Science for Young Minds

''Children are naturally curious and instinctively work to explore the world around them. Infants put everything in their mouths, toddler’s ask try to figure out how things fit together and preschoolers ask “why” again and again and again. The scientific process for young children involves observing, predicting, experimenting and interpreting. This might sound like a complicated process for young children but children naturally engage in this process by watching, guessing, playing and experimenting. This process allows children to explore the world and how things work, gain new knowledge, learn and explore and develop critical life skills. Through science exploration, young children engage their curiosity, develop language skills, have real-world, concrete experiences and practice critical thinking and problem solving. These skills prepare them for school and life!

In addition, MSU Extension also offers a variety of downloadable resources for parents and caregivers interested in learning about cognition and general knowledge in young children. 

Inquiring Minds Want to Know: Science Activities for Young Minds

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4-H Science Blast in the Class

MSU Extension also recommends the following additional resources: 

School Readiness

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