STEAM and creative learning for early childhood
About this course
Young children are natural scientists, engineers and artists: they ask endless questions, build, test, take things apart and imagine new worlds. This STEAM course shows you how to turn that natural curiosity into rich learning experiences that combine science, technology, engineering, art and maths through play. It is designed for those working with children from 0 to 6 who want practical, creative and age-appropriate ideas they can use straight away.
Over five days, you will explore how young children learn through exploration, play and hands-on experiences, and how STEAM can be part of everyday routines without needing expensive materials. You will try out simple science experiments, building and construction challenges, maths games, loose parts play, art projects and screen-free activities that introduce early thinking skills like sequencing and problem-solving. You will also learn how to set up inspiring learning corners, ask questions that encourage children to think and investigate, observe and document children's learning, and involve families in STEAM at home.
By the end of the week, you will have designed your own STEAM project or learning corner for your group of children and created a plan to bring creative learning into your daily practice.
COURSE OVERVIEW
- Integrate STEAM and creative learning into daily routines and activities.
- Evaluate and adapt activities to children's ages, interests and development.
- Create stimulating learning environments where children feel free to explore and experiment.
- Share STEAM ideas and activities with colleagues and families.
- Use simple science, building and maths activities adapted to children from 0 to 6.
- Apply play-based approaches, such as loose parts and open-ended materials, to encourage exploration.
- Ask open questions that help children observe, predict, test and explain.
- Design STEAM learning corners with low-cost and recycled materials.
- Observe and document children's learning through photos, notes and their own creations.
- Understand what STEAM means in early childhood and why it helps young children learn and develop.
- Identify how young children learn through play, exploration and hands-on experiences.
- Recognise the role of curiosity, creativity and questions in children's early thinking.
- Explain how STEAM activities can be linked to everyday routines and early years goals.
NEXT COURSES
Our Pricing
100% funded by the Erasmus+
Services included
- Pre-arrival information.
- Tuition & training materials.
- Admin & organizational costs.
- Documentation support.
- Coffee break.
*Please check our Terms & Conditions for details of the items included in the Coffee Corner.
services
- Accommodation (hotels & self-catering apartments).
- Half-day and one-day trips.
- Cultural activities.
- Airport transfer.
- Local transport.
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