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    Day 1 Nov 09
    13:15 to 13:57 (ET)
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    Learning Trajectories in Math for All Young Children

    Explore how asset-based learning trajectories help educators build on what young children know and can do to support their mathematical development. Through examples of subitizing, shape composition, puzzles, and block building, discover intentional teaching strategies and adaptations that support learning for all children.

    Julie Sarama Julie Sarama Speaker Doug Clements Doug Clements Speaker
    Handouts
    14:10 to 14:15 (ET)

    Brain Break

    14:15 to 14:46 (ET)
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    Computational Thinking in Early Childhood: Beyond Engagement with Technology

    Explore how computational thinking can be introduced through play, stories, questions, and everyday activities.

    Carmen Brown Carmen Brown Speaker
    Handouts
    15:00 to 15:05 (ET)

    Brain Break

    15:05 to 15:30 (ET)
    Presentation

    Storybook Conversation: Wanda Hears the Stars with Amy Hansen

    Join author Amy Hansen as she discusses the book that she co-authored with astrophysicist Wanda Díaz Merced on how losing her sight didn’t stop Dr. Merced from studying the stars.

    Amy Hansen Amy Hansen Speaker
    Handouts
    15:30 to 15:37 (ET)
    Presentation

    Storybook Conversation: Gabi's If/Then Garden with Caroline Karanja

    Join author Caroline Karaja as she discusses one of her books, Gabi's If/Then Garden, and how children can use computational thinking concepts within everyday routines and activities

    Caroline Karanja Caroline Karanja Speaker
    Day 2 Nov 10
    12:05 to 12:30 (ET)
    Keynote

    Bringing Power of STEM to students with disabilities

    In this keynote, Ava Simmons will share her personal learning journey and how hands-on STEM experiences and purposeful play can support early learners’ engagement and literacy. Explore her impact strategy and an inclusive approach to inspiring the next generation of innovators.

    Ava Simmons Ava Simmons Keynote
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    13:00 to 13:05 (ET)

    Brain Break

    13:05 to 13:44 (ET)
    Presentation

    Preschool STEM Professional Learning Guided by Curiosity, Humility, & Community

    Explore how curiosity, humility, and community shape meaningful STEM professional learning for preschool educators. Drawing on EC STEM Lab’s Preschool STEM Institute and Workshop Series, this session highlights practical approaches to hands-on exploration, educator reflection, and sustained collaboration.

    Alissa Lange Alissa Lange Speaker Amie Perry Amie Perry Speaker
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    14:00 to 14:05 (ET)

    Brain Break

    14:05 to 14:50 (ET)
    Presentation

    Developing STEM Skills Through Playful Learning Landscapes

    Explore how communities can use Playful Learning Landscapes to support STEM learning. https://playfullearninglandscapes.com/

    Sarah Lytle Sarah Lytle Speaker
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    14:50 to 15:31 (ET)
    Presentation

    Building Early STEM in Rural Communities- Leveraging the Natural World

    Discover evidence based practices for supporting early STEM in rural communities, and how place-based outdoor experiences matter for STEM interest.

    Sarah Pedonti Sarah Pedonti Speaker
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