Early Childhood Stories

Big Science Little Hands

Big Science for Little Hands activities were designed for early childhood educators working with children between 3 and 5 years-old  to promote opportunities for hands-on science exploration. Each theme includes small- and large-group activities which can be adapted to any environment.

Science World in British Columbia is the backbone organization of the Symbiosis Ecosystem and architects of these programs.

Big Science Little Hands site with resources

Salt & Fresh Water Example Activity

Symbiosis co-presented this workshop with the Ventura County STEM Network for an “Ecosystem to Ecosystem – E2E” session during the Fall 2018 STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice Convening in Newport Beach, CA in November 2018.

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