Educators should be familiar with the materials used within the classroom to provide students with scientific learning opportunities. Often, the teacher needs supplemental materials to provide rich, hands-on learning experiences.
Write a letter to a principal requesting developmentally appropriate classroom resources for science instruction in a pre-K-3 classroom.
Include the following in your letter:
- A rationale for using grade appropriate classroom resources, particularly technology, in early childhood science instruction to meet the needs of students and strengthen the learning environment.
- A list of three developmentally appropriate classroom resources. At least one requested resource must be a technology that is interactive and can extend the possibilities for learning. For each resource include an explanation of the following:
- How the resource facilitates scientific exploration and develops the curiosity of students in the intended age range
- How the resource helps engage students with different learning styles or preferences or who come from diverse backgrounds
- How to obtain the resource and its approximate cost
