STEM

Creating a Makerspace in your classroom enhances children's learning through hands-on experiences with creative materials. You don't need a large budget to set up a Makerspace but you will need to be intentional about the space and…

When we see children's construction play through the lens of architecture, we are able to support and extend learning on all four STEM subjects.

Providing opportunities for open ended exploration with wood and real tools gives young children a chance to learn valuable skills and new ways to be creative.

The benefit of woodwork for children's development is evident across all areas of learning. Anyone who has witnessed children tinkering with tools will know just how magical it can be.

The many ways block building supports young children’s discovery of early math concepts: perspectives from 3 educators.

Age-appropriate tips and ideas for introducing STEM concepts to young children. It's not too early to start!

Blocks should be considered one of the essential elements in a early childhood classroom. Why then, in the name of school readiness are they disappearing?

How and when do young children learn the meaning of numbers?

Two well-known approaches, project-based learning and STEM-based learning, hold to the common philosophy that children learn best when engaged in authentic and relevant activities. While they both have value on their own, when combined…

Research shows that early math skills may be a better indicator of later academic success than early reading skills. So how should teachers prepare young children for math education?