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In “Science: A Solid Foundation For Life” I pointed out that we should teach early elementary school children science because:
That last point is so important because reading proficiency is a vital skill both inside the classroom and out in the read world. Recreational reading reinforces literacy skills and assists with reading comprehension.
Science encompasses such a breadth of knowledge that finding science-related books for curious kids is easy. Whether your child or student is into animals, weather, space, or beyond, here are several fun reads to inspire a love of science:
Not every child will get excited about science through books alone. Sometimes you need a helping hand. Like one of these incredible science centers for kids:
The mission of Explore & More is to provide the best-in-class play experiences where young children can explore, learn, and develop together. Visit exploreandmore.org.
Read my blog entry about this amazing place here.
Hosting a birthday party? Mad Science of Western New York provides innovative, hands-on children’s science programs to inspire a love for science, technology, engineering, and math at a young age. Visit wny.madscience.org.
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