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EARLY SCIENCE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - Coggle Diagram
EARLY SCIENCE IN EARLY
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
What is Early Science?
Science = Knowledge of the natural world
Focus: Observation, asking questions, exploring
Early Science = Teaching kids about nature, objects & daily phenomena
Why is Early Science Important?
Teaches science skills: observe, classify, measure, predict, communicate
Builds scientific attitude: curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, honesty, responsibility
Supports other skills: teamwork, problem-solving, communication
Develops cognitive, psychomotor, affective skills
Children & Science
Learn by investigating:
🔬 Living World (plants, animals)
🧱 Material World (objects, materials)
🌍 Physical World (earth, space)
Activities make kids curious, creative, systematic
Children & Environment
Learn to care for the earth & nature
Gain ecological knowledge (air, water, energy, wildlife)
Understand issues: global warming, water stress
Teacher’s Role
Facilitate inquiry-based learning
Provide safe tools & experiments
Observe, guide, encourage questions
Connect science to daily life
Be a role model