8.A.ECb – Early Learning Project

IELDS Standard: 8.A.ECb

  • Investigating Wheels

    Investigating Wheels

    A project is a part of the curriculum that involves children in investigating objects and events around them that are worth knowing more about. Project work is a way of uncovering a subject rather than just covering it. A project on wheels has the potential to involve the entire class, the children’s families, and community…

  • Math and the Project Approach

    Math and the Project Approach

    Young children develop math competencies when their teachers know what math concepts and skills young children are most likely to be ready to learn and should know (Illinois State Board of Education, 2013) and when teachers know where each child’s individual level of progress and performance is in relation to mastery of those competencies.

  • Out and About with Preschoolers: Make Some Music

    Out and About with Preschoolers: Make Some Music

    Preschoolers can have fun investigating dynamics, rhythm, and other elements of music while they participate in music activities outdoors.

  • Learning Math Through Games

    Learning Math Through Games

    Playing active games is fun for most children, and it can build a strong sense of community in a classroom.