Preschool Pathways to Science (Preps): Facilitating Scientific Ways of Thinking, Talking, Doing, and Understanding

By Rochel Gelman, Moises Roman, Kimberley Brenneman, et al.

Book Overview

NSTA Recommended To ensure they're meeting state early learning guidelines for science, preschool educators need fun, age-appropriate, and research-based ways to teach young children about scientific concepts. That's just what they'll get with this hands-on guidebook The basis for the PBS KIDS show Sid the Science Kid , this innovative teaching resource helps children ages 3-5 investigate their everyday world and develop the basics of scientific thinking--skills they'll apply across subject areas when they enter school. A fun and engaging way to introduce science to young children, PrePS is a must-have because it Is based on the domain-specific approach to cognitive development. The collaborative work of cognitive researchers and preschool educators, this approach incorporates lessons learned from developmental research and classroom experience. Provides age-appropriate introduction to key science practices See how this product helps strengthen Head Start program quality and school readiness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1598570447
• ISBN13: 9781598570441
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 11.1"