Infant/Toddler STEAM Series
Explore ways to support STEAM learning for infants and toddlers. In each episode, find an overview of the STEM component and tips for using art to help children explore concepts and skills.
School Readiness
School readiness is foundational across early childhood systems and programs. It means children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children's learning, and schools are ready for children. Head Start views school readiness as children possessing the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary for success in school and for later learning and life. Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development are all essential ingredients of school readiness. Managers, teaching staff, caregivers, family advocates, and families can learn more about creating enriching and supportive learning environments for young children ages birth to 5.
Little Scientists: Exploring STEAM, Birth to 5
Explore these infant/toddler and preschool Teacher Time episodes to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) concepts and skills. Discover the ways art supports the other components.
Preschool STEAM Series
Discover strategies to support STEAM learning for preschoolers. In each episode, there's an overview of the STEM component and tips for using art to help children explore concepts and skills.
Math Learning Trajectories
Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their math development.
Math Learning Trajectories: Sorting
Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their sorting skills.
Math Learning Trajectories: Spatial Awareness
Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their spatial awareness.
Math Learning Trajectories: Early Number Development
Children are learning math every day in Head Start programs across the country. Watch these videos to see how teachers encourage their early number development.
Finding the Math
Learn more about how to plan math activities in the classroom. Also, share these activities with parents to use at home with their children.