Explain the importance of providing a variety of developmentally appropriate activities, including play, to support the science skills of all children. #5400

Explain the importance of providing a variety of developmentally appropriate activities, including play, to support the science skills of all children.

Central Objective: Explain the importance of providing a variety of developmentally appropriate activities, including play, to support the science skills of all children in early childhood education and child care centers. Supporting Elements: Demonstrate understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for school-age children with developmental, emotional, cognitive, language, and/or physical needs. This page shows how inclusive, play-based science experiences meet diverse needs across early childhood and can guide practitioners in child care centers.