STEM – Early Learning Project

Keyword: STEM

  • Science Exploration for Preschoolers

    Science Exploration for Preschoolers

    This list contains resources to help educators and families explore early science concepts with young children.

  • Math for Preschoolers

    Math for Preschoolers

    This list provides resources on how developmentally-appropriate math concepts and skills can be taught to preschool-aged children.

  • Big Tech and Small Children

    Big Tech and Small Children

    Most young children interact with some form of technology in our modern lives. This tool kit gives parents and educators recommendations for technology use, how to get involved in technology, what to look for when selecting technology, and how to place limits on technology use.

  • Too Much Tech: Screen Time and Families

    Too Much Tech: Screen Time and Families

    This podcast features Dr. Emma Mercier, associate professor of curriculum and instruction at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Mercier shares guidance and tips for families of young children in using technology at home.

  • Explore STEAM with Young Children

    Explore STEAM with Young Children

    This list contains a variety of resources associated with making messes while exploring STEAM for young children.

  • Mathematics Benchmark 10.B.ECb

    Mathematics Benchmark 10.B.ECb

    This module is a innovative professional development resource for busy early childhood educators. It provides teachers with some suggested ways to help children meet the following benchmark… Mathematics 10.B.ECb: Make predictions about the outcome prior to collecting information, with teacher support and multiple experiences over time.

  • Mathematics Benchmark 10.B.ECa

    Mathematics Benchmark 10.B.ECa

    This module is a innovative professional development resource for busy early childhood educators. It provides teachers with some suggested ways to help children meet the following benchmark… Mathematics 10.B.ECa: Organize, represent, and analyze information using concrete objects, pictures, and graphs, with teacher support. Related IEL Resources Tip Sheet: Project Approach: Helping Preschoolers Represent What They…