Playful STEM Activities for Preschoolers

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Why STEM is Essential for Preschoolers
3. The Four Pillars of Preschool STEM
4. Integrating STEM into Everyday Life with I'm the Chef Too!
5. Practical Tips for Parents and Educators
6. More Engaging STEM Activity Ideas for Preschoolers
7. Conclusion
8. FAQ: STEM Activities for Preschoolers

Introduction

Ever watch a preschooler meticulously stack blocks, mesmerized by a bubbling potion of baking soda and vinegar, or intently sort colorful buttons by shape? That sparkle in their eye, that intense focus, that boundless curiosity – that's the natural scientist, engineer, technologist, and mathematician within them beginning to bloom. It’s a common misconception that STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math – is a subject reserved for older children, complex equations, or laboratory coats. In reality, the foundational principles of STEM are woven into the very fabric of a preschooler's world, waiting to be discovered through play.

As parents and educators, we often wonder how to best support this innate drive to explore and understand. How can we make learning not just accessible, but truly exciting and memorable for our youngest learners? This post is your comprehensive guide to understanding why engaging in hands-on STEM activities for preschoolers is so vital, and how you can seamlessly weave these enriching experiences into their daily lives, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary learning adventures. We'll explore practical, fun ideas that spark curiosity, foster critical thinking, and build a strong foundation for future learning, all while emphasizing the joy of discovery.

Why STEM is Essential for Preschoolers

Before diving into specific activities, let's understand why STEM education is so incredibly beneficial for preschoolers. At I'm the Chef Too!, our mission is rooted in the belief that blending food, STEM, and the arts creates one-of-a-kind "edutainment" experiences. We know that when learning is hands-on, tangible, and fun, children truly thrive. For preschoolers, STEM isn't about memorizing facts or solving complex problems; it's about nurturing their natural inclination to explore, question, and experiment.

Fostering Natural Curiosity

Preschoolers are inherently curious. They ask "why?" constantly, touch everything, and want to know how things work. STEM activities provide a constructive outlet for this curiosity, allowing them to investigate the world around them in a safe and engaging way. Instead of just observing, they become active participants in their learning. This active engagement helps them understand cause and effect, develop hypotheses (even if they don't call them that!), and draw conclusions.

Developing Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

Every STEM activity, from building a tower to observing a plant grow, presents a mini-challenge. Will the tower stand? What does the plant need to thrive? These small "problems" encourage preschoolers to think critically, analyze situations, and devise solutions. They learn to try, fail, adjust, and try again – a vital skill set for any area of life. This iterative process builds resilience and teaches them that mistakes are just opportunities to learn.

Enhancing Fine Motor Skills and Coordination

Many STEM activities involve manipulating objects, pouring liquids, cutting, stirring, and building. These actions are fantastic for developing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and dexterity. For instance, using small tools during a pretend "dinosaur dig" or carefully pouring ingredients for a recipe strengthens the small muscles in their hands, preparing them for writing and other detailed tasks.

Building Confidence and Independence

Successfully completing a STEM activity, even a simple one, gives preschoolers a huge boost in confidence. When they see their plant sprout, their building stand tall, or their colors mix just right, they feel a sense of accomplishment. This empowers them to take on new challenges and fosters a belief in their own abilities as learners and problem-solvers. Encouraging them to lead parts of the activity, with appropriate supervision, further enhances their independence.

Providing a Screen-Free Educational Alternative

In an increasingly digital world, finding engaging, screen-free activities for children is more important than ever. STEM activities offer a wonderful alternative, drawing children into the real world of tactile exploration and discovery. At I'm the Chef Too!, we are committed to providing these kinds of hands-on, tangible experiences that pull kids away from screens and into imaginative, educational play.

Facilitating Family Bonding

Perhaps one of the most beautiful benefits of engaging in STEM activities with preschoolers is the opportunity for family bonding. These are moments where you can learn alongside your child, share in their excitement, and create lasting memories. Whether you're baking together, exploring the backyard, or conducting a simple kitchen experiment, these shared experiences strengthen family connections and foster a love for learning that extends beyond the activity itself.

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The Four Pillars of Preschool STEM

Let's break down what Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math look like for preschoolers. It's often much simpler and more integrated than you might imagine.

Science: Exploring the World Around Us

For preschoolers, science is all about observation, asking questions, and understanding how things work in the natural and physical world. It's about curiosity and discovery.

• Observation Skills: Encourage children to use all their senses (safely!) to observe. What do they see, hear, smell, touch?
  • Nature Scavenger Hunt: Head outside with a list or pictures of items to find (leaves, rocks, feathers, specific colors). This encourages close observation of their environment. Discuss the textures, colors, and shapes of what they find.
  • Planting Seeds: Planting a bean seed in a clear cup allows them to observe the entire life cycle. They can watch the roots grow down and the stem sprout up. Discuss what plants need to grow (sun, water). This simple experiment introduces concepts of biology and life cycles.
  • Weather Chart: Create a simple chart to track the weather daily. Is it sunny, cloudy, rainy? How does the weather make them feel? What clothes do they wear? This introduces early meteorology and pattern recognition.
  • Cloud in a Jar: A classic activity where children can create a mini cloud, observing condensation and the water cycle in action.
• Prediction and Experimentation: Encourage "what if" questions. What do they think will happen? Then, test it out!
  • Sink or Float? Gather various household objects (a sponge, a coin, a leaf, a toy car) and a tub of water. Before dropping each item, ask your child to predict if it will sink or float. Discuss why they think that. This introduces concepts of density and buoyancy in a very tangible way.
  • Color Mixing: Provide primary colored paints or food coloring in water. Let them mix and discover new colors. This is a delightful introduction to basic chemistry and color theory. What happens when you mix red and yellow? How about blue and yellow?
  • Erupting Volcanoes: A timeless favorite! A mixture of baking soda and vinegar creates a thrilling chemical reaction. Our Erupting Volcano Cakes kit takes this classic experiment to a delicious new level, allowing kids to bake and decorate volcano-themed treats that actually erupt! It's a fantastic way to introduce chemical reactions in a truly memorable, edible way.
  • Magic Milk Experiment: Drop food coloring into a shallow dish of milk, then add a drop of dish soap. Watch the colors swirl and dance as the soap reacts with the fat in the milk. This is a visually stunning introduction to surface tension and chemical reactions.

Technology: Understanding Tools and How Things Work

For preschoolers, "technology" isn't just about screens. It encompasses tools and simple machines that help us do things. It's about cause and effect, and understanding how human innovation solves problems.

• Simple Tools: Introduce them to everyday tools and explain their purpose.
  • Magnets: Give them a magnet and a collection of objects (paper clips, plastic toys, coins, fabric). Let them explore what the magnet attracts and what it doesn't. This introduces the concept of magnetism and allows for open-ended exploration.
  • Levers and Ramps: Use a wooden plank as a ramp for toy cars or a ruler balanced on a block as a simple lever to launch a cotton ball. This demonstrates basic physics principles like force and motion.
• Light and Shadow Play:
  • Indoor Shadow Play: Use a flashlight or an overhead projector to cast shadows of different objects onto a wall. Experiment with moving objects closer to and further from the light source to see how the shadow's size changes. This helps them understand light, spatial reasoning, and cause-and-effect.
  • Outdoor Shadow Tracing: On a sunny day, trace your child's shadow on the ground with chalk. Revisit it later in the day to see how the shadow has moved and changed shape. This introduces concepts of light, time, and the Earth's rotation in a very tangible way.

Engineering: Designing, Building, and Problem-Solving

Engineering for preschoolers is all about building, designing, and finding creative solutions to challenges. It's about turning ideas into reality.

• Building Challenges: Provide open-ended materials and a simple challenge.
  • Building Blocks: Challenge them to build the tallest tower, a bridge strong enough to hold a toy car, or a house for a small animal. This enhances spatial awareness, fine motor skills, and introduces basic structural engineering.
  • Marshmallow and Toothpick Structures: Give them jumbo marshmallows and toothpicks and challenge them to build the highest structure they can, or to create different 3D shapes. This is fantastic for understanding stability, design, and problem-solving.
  • Building Bridges: Use cardboard, paper, or even pillows to build bridges between two points. Test their strength with toy cars or stuffed animals. This helps them understand weight distribution and structural integrity.
• Recycled Creations: Provide a variety of recycled materials (cardboard tubes, boxes, plastic bottles, egg cartons) and encourage them to build anything they can imagine. This fosters creativity and introduces the idea of repurposing materials, a key concept in sustainable design.
• Toy Parachutes: Help them design and create small parachutes for toy figurines using tissue paper, plastic bags, or napkins. Then, test which materials and designs work best to slow the fall. This introduces concepts like gravity, drag, and air resistance in a simplified, fun way.
• Dinosaur Dig: Bury toy dinosaurs in a sensory bin filled with sand, rice, or even cooked pasta. Provide brushes, scoops, and small tools for them to excavate the "fossils." This activity combines fine motor skills with an introduction to paleontology and systematic exploration.

Math: Counting, Sorting, and Pattern Recognition

Math for preschoolers is about developing number sense, understanding quantities, recognizing shapes, identifying patterns, and learning to measure. It's integrated into almost every aspect of their play.

• Sorting and Categorizing:
  • Sorting Objects: Gather a collection of items (buttons, blocks, toy animals, leaves) and ask your child to sort them by color, size, shape, or texture. This develops classification skills and early logical reasoning.
  • Animal Habitats: After reading about different animals, have children sort animal toys or pictures into their appropriate habitats (e.g., forest, ocean, desert). This combines science with classification.
• Counting and Number Recognition:
  • Counting Everything: Count steps, toys, snacks, fingers, and toes. Make counting a natural part of daily conversation.
  • One-to-One Correspondence: As they count, ensure they touch each item, understanding that each number corresponds to one object.
• Shapes and Spatial Reasoning:
  • Shape Hunt: Go on a shape hunt around the house or outdoors, identifying circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles in everyday objects.
  • Building with Shapes: Use shape blocks or cut-out paper shapes to create pictures or structures, discussing how different shapes fit together.
• Measurement:
  • Non-Standard Measurement: Use everyday objects to measure. How many footsteps long is the rug? How many blocks tall is the table? This introduces the concept of measurement before formal units are introduced.
  • Rain Gauge: Create a simple rain gauge using a clear container and a ruler to measure rainfall over time. This combines math (measurement) with science (weather).
• Patterns:
  • Creating Patterns: Use colored blocks, beads, or even fruit snacks to create simple patterns (e.g., red, blue, red, blue). Ask them to identify the pattern and extend it.
  • Identifying Patterns in Nature: Look for patterns in leaves, flowers, or animal markings.

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Integrating STEM into Everyday Life with I'm the Chef Too!

The beauty of preschool STEM is that it doesn't require expensive equipment or a dedicated science lab. Many of the best STEM activities happen naturally, often in your own kitchen! At I'm the Chef Too!, we believe the kitchen is the ultimate laboratory, where food, STEM, and the arts magically combine.

The Kitchen as a STEM Lab

Think about it: cooking is inherently scientific and mathematical. It involves chemical reactions, precise measurements, understanding states of matter, and following sequential steps.

• Baking as Chemistry: When you bake, you're conducting a chemical experiment. Yeast makes bread rise (biology/chemistry), baking soda and vinegar create fizz (chemistry), and heat transforms liquid batter into solid cake (states of matter). Our kits, developed by mothers and educators, make these complex subjects tangible and delicious. For instance, creating your own edible solar system with our Galaxy Donut Kit is a fantastic way to explore astronomy while engaging with kitchen science. Kids measure ingredients, observe changes, and see the results of their "experiments" in the form of tasty treats.
• Measuring and Counting: Involve preschoolers in measuring ingredients. "We need two cups of flour. Can you count them with me as we scoop?" This reinforces number recognition and quantity.
• Sensory Exploration: The kitchen offers a rich sensory experience – the smell of spices, the feel of dough, the sound of sizzling, the taste of new flavors. All these engage multiple senses, enhancing learning and exploration.
• Following Instructions: Recipes teach sequencing and the importance of following steps in order, crucial skills for engineering and technology.
• Problem-Solving: What happens if we add too much water? How can we fix it? Kitchen mishaps can become valuable learning opportunities for problem-solving.

Outdoor Adventures: Nature's Classroom

The great outdoors is a boundless laboratory for preschoolers. Every walk in the park, every backyard exploration, is an opportunity for STEM learning.

• Observing Wildlife: Watch birds, insects, or squirrels. Discuss what they eat, how they move, and where they live. This sparks an early interest in biology and ecosystems.
• Exploring Textures: Collect different natural items – smooth rocks, rough bark, soft moss, prickly pinecones. Discuss their textures and properties.
• Water Play: A simple tub of water and various containers can lead to hours of exploration about volume, displacement, and buoyancy.
• Gardening: Planting flowers or vegetables introduces children to botany, the needs of living things, and the cycle of growth.

Playtime: Unstructured STEM Learning

Even unstructured playtime is ripe with STEM opportunities.

• Building with Anything: Provide open-ended materials like cardboard boxes, blankets, pillows, and let them build forts, tunnels, or imaginary worlds. This is pure engineering and spatial reasoning at play.
• Sensory Bins: Fill a bin with rice, beans, water beads, or sand, along with scoops, small toys, and containers. Sensory bins engage multiple senses and allow for open-ended exploration of textures, volumes, and properties.
• Dramatic Play: When children pretend to be doctors, scientists, or chefs, they are often enacting STEM principles in their imaginative scenarios. Encourage their narratives and ask open-ended questions to deepen their play.

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Practical Tips for Parents and Educators

Making STEM accessible and enjoyable for preschoolers is all about your approach. Here are some practical tips to guide you:

1. Follow Their Lead and Interests

The most effective learning happens when children are genuinely interested. If your child is obsessed with dinosaurs, incorporate them into STEM activities! A parent looking for a screen-free weekend activity for their 4-year-old who loves dinosaurs could try our Fudgy Fossil Dig kit (similar to the dinosaur dig mentioned earlier). If they love cars, explore ramps and speed. If they love cooking, dive into kitchen chemistry. Their interests are powerful motivators.

2. Ask Open-Ended Questions

Instead of telling them the answer, ask questions that encourage them to think and explore.

• "What do you think will happen if...?"
• "Why do you think that happened?"
• "How could we make this work differently?"
• "What do you notice about...?"
• "What does that remind you of?" These questions foster critical thinking and help them articulate their observations and predictions.

3. Embrace the Mess

Science, technology, engineering, and math can be messy, especially with preschoolers! A little flour on the counter, some water spilled during an experiment, or glue on fingers are all part of the learning process. Lay down a mat, put on aprons, and let go of perfection. The joy of discovery often comes with a bit of a mess.

4. Focus on the Process, Not Just the Outcome

For preschoolers, the journey is far more important than the destination. It's not about building the perfect tower, but about the problem-solving, adjusting, and learning that happens during the building process. Celebrate their effort, their questions, and their discoveries, even if the "experiment" doesn't turn out as expected. There's always something to learn from an unexpected result.

5. Prioritize Safety

Always supervise young children during STEM activities, especially those involving food, water, or small parts. Ensure materials are age-appropriate and non-toxic. Discuss safety rules before beginning any activity. For example, when baking, explain why we don't touch hot ovens or taste raw ingredients.

6. Set Realistic Expectations

Remember, the goal is to spark curiosity and build foundational skills, not to create a child prodigy overnight. Every child learns at their own pace. Focus on fostering a love for learning, building confidence, and creating joyful family memories. These early experiences lay the groundwork for a lifelong appreciation of STEM concepts. Our kits are designed to be approachable and fun, ensuring a positive experience for both children and adults.

7. Make It a Routine

Integrate STEM activities into your weekly or monthly routine. It could be a "Science Saturday" or a "Math Monday" where you dedicate time to a specific activity. Consistency helps build anticipation and reinforces learning. With The Chef's Club, a new adventure is delivered to your door every month with free shipping in the US, making it incredibly easy to maintain this routine of engaging, educational fun.

More Engaging STEM Activity Ideas for Preschoolers

Let's expand on some specific activities that truly captivate young minds and reinforce STEM principles.

1. Water Cycle in a Bag

This simple activity visually demonstrates evaporation, condensation, and precipitation. Draw a sun, clouds, and a body of water on a clear plastic zip-top bag. Add a small amount of water to the bottom of the bag. Seal it tightly and tape it to a sunny window. Over a few days, children will observe water evaporating, forming condensation on the bag's interior, and eventually "raining" back down. This introduces core earth science concepts.

2. Rainbow Walking Water

Set up several glasses in a row, with water in alternating glasses. Add different food colorings to the water-filled glasses. Place folded paper towel strips between the glasses, connecting the water-filled ones to the empty ones. Children will be amazed as the colored water "walks" up the paper towel and into the empty glasses, mixing to create new colors. This demonstrates capillary action and color mixing in a mesmerizing way.

3. DIY Lava Lamp

Fill a bottle about two-thirds full with vegetable oil, then fill the rest with water, leaving some space at the top. Add a few drops of food coloring. Drop in an Alka-Seltzer tablet (or half of one). Watch the colorful blobs rise and fall! This activity teaches about density and chemical reactions in a visually exciting way.

4. Balancing Act

Provide various objects of different weights and sizes (e.g., small toys, blocks, pom-poms) and a simple homemade balance scale (like a hanger with two cups, as mentioned earlier). Encourage children to predict which side will go down and then test their predictions. This introduces concepts of weight, balance, and comparison.

5. Edible DNA Strand

While the full concept of DNA is for older kids, you can introduce the idea of structures and patterns using an edible model. Use pretzel sticks as the "backbone" and colorful marshmallows or gummy bears for the "rungs," arranging them in a specific color pattern. This activity combines engineering (building a structure) with pattern recognition and fine motor skills, all while being a delicious treat.

6. Sound Exploration – DIY Instruments

Gather various household items like rubber bands, empty containers, rice, and paper tubes. Challenge children to create their own musical instruments. They can stretch rubber bands over a box to make a string instrument or put rice in a sealed container to make a shaker. This explores the science of sound, vibration, and introduces engineering principles in instrument design.

7. Ice Age Dig

Freeze small plastic toys (like dinosaurs or ocean animals) in a block of ice. Provide warm water in spray bottles, salt, and small tools (spoons, plastic knives) and let children "excavate" the toys. This is a fantastic sensory activity that teaches about states of matter (solid to liquid) and problem-solving through experimentation.

8. Shadow Puppets and Storytelling

Use simple cut-out shapes or hand gestures to create shadow puppets against a wall with a flashlight. Encourage children to tell stories using their shadows. This combines light and shadow science with imaginative play and early literacy.

9. Building a Rain Gauge

As mentioned, a simple rain gauge is a fantastic multi-STEM activity. Use a clear plastic bottle (cut the top off and invert it as a funnel) or a straight-sided jar. Mark increments with a permanent marker. Place it outside and check it daily, recording the rainfall. This teaches measurement, data collection, and introduces weather science.

10. Floating Art

Fill a shallow tray with water and drop small amounts of nail polish onto the surface. Use a toothpick to swirl the colors. Quickly dip a piece of paper or a small object onto the surface to transfer the design. This visually demonstrates surface tension and allows for artistic expression, turning a science experiment into a beautiful piece of art.

These activities, whether simple household experiments or our thoughtfully designed kits, all share a common thread: they make learning an exciting, hands-on adventure. Remember, you don't need to be a scientist or a mathematician to facilitate these experiences. Your enthusiasm, your willingness to explore alongside your child, and your open-ended questions are the most important tools you have.

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Conclusion

The journey of discovery for preschoolers is a truly magical one, and STEM activities provide the perfect roadmap for exploration. By engaging in hands-on, inquiry-based play, we're not just teaching them about science, technology, engineering, and math; we're nurturing their natural curiosity, building essential critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enhancing their fine motor development, and boosting their confidence. These early experiences lay a vital foundation, fostering a lifelong love for learning and preparing them for the challenges and innovations of tomorrow's world.

At I'm the Chef Too!, we are passionate about making these powerful learning opportunities accessible and incredibly fun for every family. Our unique approach seamlessly blends delicious cooking adventures with vital STEM concepts and artistic expression, creating "edutainment" that truly captivates young minds. We believe in the power of hands-on learning, the joy of family bonding, and the importance of providing enriching, screen-free alternatives.

Don't let the idea of "STEM" feel daunting. It's simply about encouraging your child to explore, question, and create. Whether you're experimenting with baking soda volcanoes in your kitchen, observing bugs in your backyard, or building magnificent structures with everyday materials, you're doing vital work.

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FAQ: STEM Activities for Preschoolers

Q1: What exactly is STEM for preschoolers?

A1: For preschoolers, STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, but it's approached in a very playful and hands-on way. It's not about formal lessons or complex equations. Instead, it's about fostering their natural curiosity and encouraging them to explore, question, build, and solve simple problems using everyday materials and activities. It helps them understand how the world works through direct experience.

Q2: Why is it important to introduce STEM to preschoolers so early?

A2: Early exposure to STEM concepts helps children develop crucial skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and observation. It builds confidence in their ability to understand and interact with their environment. It also sparks a lifelong love for learning and sets a strong foundation for future academic success in these fields, all while providing engaging, screen-free alternatives for play.

Q3: Do I need special equipment or a lot of money for STEM activities?

A3: Absolutely not! Many of the best STEM activities for preschoolers can be done with common household items, kitchen ingredients, and natural materials found outdoors. Think baking soda, vinegar, water, blocks, cardboard boxes, leaves, and rocks. At I'm the Chef Too!, we make it even easier by providing complete kits with pre-measured dry ingredients and specialty supplies, so you don't have to gather everything yourself.

Q4: How can I make STEM activities fun and engaging for my preschooler?

A4: The key is to make it play-based and follow your child's interests.

• Keep it hands-on: Let them touch, mix, build, and experiment.
• Ask open-ended questions: Instead of telling them answers, ask "What do you think will happen?" or "Why do you think it did that?"
• Embrace the mess: Learning often involves a bit of mess, so be prepared and see it as part of the fun.
• Focus on the process: Celebrate their efforts and discoveries, not just a perfect outcome.
• Incorporate their interests: If they love dinosaurs, do a dinosaur-themed "dig." If they love cooking, make it a kitchen science experiment.

Q5: How long should a STEM activity last for a preschooler?

A5: Preschoolers have short attention spans, so keep activities relatively brief. Aim for 10-30 minutes, depending on the child and the activity. It's better to have several short, engaging sessions than one long, drawn-out one. You can always come back to an activity later or extend it over several days.

Q6: My child gets frustrated easily. How do I handle that during STEM activities?

A6: Frustration is a natural part of problem-solving. Encourage persistence by saying things like, "That didn't work the way we thought. What else could we try?" or "Let's think about this together." Focus on celebrating the effort and learning from what didn't work. Remind them that scientists and engineers often try many times before they find a solution. Keep the tone light and positive, and if frustration mounts, take a break and try again later.

Q7: What's the difference between STEM and STEAM?

A7: STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. STEAM adds "Art" to the mix. The "A" for Art recognizes that creativity, design, and imagination are integral to all STEM fields. Many STEM activities naturally incorporate art, like designing a building, mixing colors, or creating a visual representation of data. At I'm the Chef Too!, we often integrate the arts, recognizing that creativity is essential for innovation.

Q8: How can I incorporate STEM into daily routines?

A8: STEM can be woven into almost anything!

• In the kitchen: Cooking involves measuring (math), mixing ingredients (chemistry), and following recipes (sequencing/engineering).
• During playtime: Building with blocks (engineering), sorting toys (math), and exploring how toys work (technology/science).
• Outdoors: Observing plants and animals (science), counting objects (math), and exploring shadows (science).
• Storytime: Read books about scientists, inventors, or natural phenomena, and discuss the STEM concepts within the stories.

Q9: Are I'm the Chef Too! kits suitable for preschoolers?

A9: Yes, many of our kits are wonderfully suited for preschoolers, with adult supervision. They are designed by mothers and educators to be engaging, hands-on, and educational, blending food, STEM, and the arts. Our kits come with pre-measured dry ingredients and specialty supplies, making it convenient for busy families to dive into a fun, screen-free learning experience. We always encourage parents to participate and guide their young children through the activities.