Ciencia en Relatos
Spanish-speaking Families' Talk about Science in Stories with Young Children
The Ciencia en Relatos project focused on understanding the ways that Spanish-speaking families with preschoolers read and tell stories about science. We employed mixed-methods, interviewing and observing Spanish-speaking families with 3- to 5-year-olds from three cities (Chicago, New York, and San Jose, CA). We are investigating whether and to what extent narrative and expository books, family personal narratives, and adivinanzas (riddles), especially those pertaining to nature (e.g., life sciences, earth sciences, physical and space sciences), engender family conversations about scientific ideas and science practices. Ultimately, the research results will reveal ways that stories can provide entry points for children's early science education and learning. The research will recommend methods that parents and other educators can use to foster children’s early learning about scientific practices that can, in turn, increase interest and participation in science education and fields.
Spanish-speaking Families' Talk about Science in Stories with Young Children
The Ciencia en Relatos project focused on understanding the ways that Spanish-speaking families with preschoolers read and tell stories about science. We employed mixed-methods, interviewing and observing Spanish-speaking families with 3- to 5-year-olds from three cities (Chicago, New York, and San Jose, CA). We are investigating whether and to what extent narrative and expository books, family personal narratives, and adivinanzas (riddles), especially those pertaining to nature (e.g., life sciences, earth sciences, physical and space sciences), engender family conversations about scientific ideas and science practices. Ultimately, the research results will reveal ways that stories can provide entry points for children's early science education and learning. The research will recommend methods that parents and other educators can use to foster children’s early learning about scientific practices that can, in turn, increase interest and participation in science education and fields.