“I have read a lot of really good early childhood science education books over the years, and as far as I am concerned, this is the best one yet. It is clear that the authors care passionately about young children, respect their abilities to engage with STEM content, and recognize that preschoolers are capable of so much more than they are given credit for. This book paints a rich picture of all the many ways that preschoolers can engage with big ideas in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics that are authentic, meaningful, and accurate.” ―From the Foreword by Betty Zan, University of Northern Iowa
“Teaching STEM in the Preschool Classroom is a book that excellently fulfills a need. The authors show that the important ideas of STEM are within every teacher’s and child’s grasp. They show how the STEM domains connect to each other―and connect to children. They show how learning progresses, providing playful, fun, and effective learning experiences that go beyond the all-too-common 'cute ideas.' This is a valuable resource for everyone who works with young children.” ―Douglas Clements, Kennedy Endowed Chair in Early Childhood Learning, Morgridge College of Education, University of Denver
“Lange, Brenneman, and Mano weave together the wisdom of practice, scholarship, and deep respect for early education, producing a compelling invitation to engage children in STEM learning experiences. Speaking directly to teachers, the authors teach STEM content while sharing their strategies for robust and developmentally appropriate instructional practice. This book is the real deal!” ―Beth Graue, Sorenson Professor of Early Childhood Education and director of the Center for Research on Early Childhood Education, University of Wisconsin–Madison
