Tag: STEM Learning
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10/28/2026 | Using Tools With Kids
Description Using tools makes kids feel strong, capable, confident, and powerful. This session looks at setting up learning-rich and safe tool-use experiences for young children. We also offer tips to help adults who feel intimidated by tools get more comfortable with them, so they can better support tool-wielding kids. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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09/16/2026 | Establishing A Tinkering Space
Description This session looks at setting up a creative space for kids to tinker, create, muck about, and build with loose parts. Whether they’re building spaceships, zombie traps, or the world’s tallest cardboard box tower, such play offers a learning-rich creative outlet. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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09/09/2026 | Building Early Math Skills With Play
Description This training offers ideas for supporting the development of 11 early math skills through child-directed play. We’ll define each of the 11 skills, look at how children develop them while playing, and share ideas for building math-friendly play environments. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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08/26/2026 | Playing With Measuring
From beakers to yardsticks, supporting play with measuring tools is a great way to help children bump into opportunities for STEM learning–and lots of other learning. This training looks at the value of measuring play, recommended measuring tools, and ideas for supporting child-led measurement play. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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08/19/2026 | Supporting Ramp Play
Description Supporting Ramp Play is ramps from beginning to end! We’ll look at DIY ramps and ramp supports, the difference between ramp play and ramp lessons, what kids learn while playing with ramps, creating a supportive ramp play environment, and more. The session offers a balance of practical ideas and theories to help you offer children a richer…
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03/11/2026 | Building Better Block Play
Description This session looks at re-energizing your block play area with playful props, thoughtful policies, and appropriate support. We will also dig into the comprehensive and deep learning opportunities block play promotes. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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01/28/2026 | Simple Machines In The Preschool Classroom
Description This session looks at supporting play and STEM learning with the six classic simple machines (ramps, wedges, levers, screws, pulleys, and the wheel and axle). We’ll provide an overview of these machines, offer ideas for supporting play with them in your preschool classroom, and discuss why kids should have hands-on, self-directed experiences. Browse Training FAQs…
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01/14/2026 | Do It Yourself STEM Play
Description In this session, you’ll learn how to support STEM learning with simple do-it-yourself toys and materials. You’ll also develop a deeper understanding of how children learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and more through hands-on play and exploration. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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09/09/2025 | Using Tools With Kids
Description Using tools makes kids feel strong, capable, confident, and powerful. This session looks at setting up learning-rich and safe tool-use experiences for young children. We also offer tips to help adults who feel intimidated by tools get more comfortable with them, so they can better support tool-wielding kids. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance
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08/05/2025 | Establishing A Tinkering Space
Description This session looks at setting up a creative space for kids to tinker, create, muck about, and build with loose parts. Whether they’re building spaceships, zombie traps, or the world’s tallest cardboard box tower, such play offers a learning-rich creative outlet. Browse Training FAQs Get Assistance