Teach Preschool Science

Designing science for preschoolers can feel intimidating—you know they need hands-on exploration, but you don’t want to accidentally turn it into a lecture. Teach Preschool Science is a blog and resource site that makes early science playful and approachable with simple, test-driven activities. Created by an experienced early childhood educator, the site offers thematic units, experiment ideas, and teaching tips that keep the focus on curiosity, sensory play, and open-ended questions. We love that most activities use everyday materials and highlight what to say (and what to avoid) so kids stay engaged rather than just watching adults “do the cool part.” It’s ideal for parents, preschool teachers, and co-op leaders working with toddlers through kindergarteners in play-based programs. Like many blogs, posts vary in depth and you’ll encounter ads, but the wealth of free ideas is a huge value compared to buying multiple early science books. Pro tip: pick one theme a month—like water, magnets, or plants—and use a handful of activities from the site to build a loose, exploratory mini-unit.