STEM competences upon kindergarten entry predict later academic success…even entry to college. Intentional, playful activities based on development can propel young children’s learning, including social and executive function skills. We will discuss NAEYC’s DAP (4thed.) new content chapter, focusing on STEM development, teaching practices, and resources. See and take away tools that help build our understanding of children’s thinking and how to support it equitably.
Gateways Topics: Early Math
Gateways Content Areas: (D) Curriculum or Program Design
Gateways CDA Content Areas: (6) Professionalism
Audience
Administrators/Coordinators/Directors/Principals
Assistant Principals
Home Visitors
Occupational Therapists
Parent Educators/Family Specialists
Physical Therapists
School Psychologists
Social Workers
Speech/Language Pathologists
Superintendents
Teacher Assistants/Paraprofessionals
Teachers
Topic
STEAM = Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics
Levels of learning
Introductory