Marvelous Explorations Through Science and Stories (MESS): Introduction
This introduction to the MESS series describes how the nine guides can help early childhood teachers develop confidence in introducing scientific discovery and concepts to young children.
This introduction explains the value of focusing on science in early childhood and how science can foster competencies across all domains of development. The introduction also outlines MESS goals, how a science process skills approach to early childhood science differs from less effective approaches, what resources teachers can expect to find in the guides, and how to use them effectively in an early learning classroom. Marvelous Explorations Through Science and Stories (MESS): Introduction [PDF, 2.83MB]