Early Childhood EducationHelp young children develop problemsolving skills, and you'll boost their kindergarten readiness and set them up for longterm success in STEM subjectsIn this timely and practical book, you'll discover how to support the problemsolving skills of all young children by teaching them basic practices of engineering and five types of critical thinking skills (Curiosity, Persistence, Flexibility, Reflection, and Collaboration) AND discover how to sharpen all these skills as a teacher! Using a clear instructional framework and fun activities tailored for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, you'll help children birth to 5 explore big ideas and develop new ways of thinking through engaging and challenging learning experiencesA must for teachers in inclusive early education classrooms, this comprehensive guide is your key to teaching the 21stcentury skills children need for STEM learning and school success.
Help young children develop problemsolving skills, and you'll boost their kindergarten readiness and set them up for longterm success in STEM subjects.In this timely and practical book, you'll discover how to support the problemsolving skills of all young children by teaching them basic practices of engineering and five types of critical thinking skills (Curiosity, Persistence, Flexibility, Reflection, and Collaboration) AND discover how to sharpen all these skills as a teacher! Using a clear instructional framework and fun activities tailored for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, you'll help children birth to 5 explore big ideas and develop new ways of thinking through engaging and challenging learning experiences.A must for teachers in inclusive early education classrooms, this comprehensive guide is your key to teaching the 21stcentury skills children need for STEM learning and school success.