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In this Teacher Time episode, explore the engineering component of STEAM. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Learn how to support preschoolers in learning why and how things work.
Take a look at this complete catalogue of transition-to-kindergarten resources. Use them to find ways to support the children and families you serve.
Discover the technology component of STEAM. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Learn how to use simple tools to support preschoolers' growing understanding of cause and effect.
Learn about the unique needs of children of migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their families during the transition to kindergarten. Discover what practices and strategies are key to ensure successful transitions.
Explore effective teaching practices for preschoolers. Find out how these practices can support preschoolers' development and learning related to the ELOF domains.
The Designation Renewal System Final Rule makes important changes to the Classroom Assessment Scoring System condition. Dr. B explains how these changes promote a growth mindset and support continuous improvement.
Children aren’t the only ones nervous on the first day of kindergarten. Listen to Dr. Amanda Bryans read aloud First Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg to help ease everyone’s transition to kindergarten.
The first day of kindergarten is a big transition for children. Listen to Dr. B read aloud The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn, and learn how you can support the children in your life as they take this big step.
Learn how staff can help parents and family members prepare for an in-person or virtual school visit and become fully engaged in their children’s new school.
Check out this summary of successful transitions to kindergarten activities that were planned and implemented by the teams in the Head Start-Public Schools Collaboration Demonstration Project (CDP).
HeadStart.gov
official website of the Administration for Children and Families
