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The Rationale for Planning a Science Learning Area in Taiwanese Preschools

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The design of learning areas aims to respond to young children’s diverse developmental needs. Through carefully planned environments, these areas support children’s holistic growth—integrating physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development—through play and exploration. The science exploration area provides natural materials and simple experimental tools to cultivate children’s observation skills, curiosity, and inquiry spirit. This article aims to explore the rationale for planning a science learning aera in a preschool. It is hoped that such an exploration will help early childhood teachers understand the principles of science learning design and, in turn, create rich and meaningful science learning environments for young children.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18429198

Authors: Yi-Huang Shih, Chen-Ya Juan, Ryann LaBad

Institutions: Minghsin University of Science and Technology, National Taichung University of Education

Language: English

Topic: Early Childhood Education and Development

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7126219166

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