E-School News – Laura Ascione 
More parents would focus on science-related activities with their young children if they knew how to actually engage in such activities, according to a new survey. The survey from Education Development Center (EDC) and SRI International includes data from more than 1,400 parents of young children ages 3 to 6—many of whom (63 percent) are from low-income households. One of the biggest takeaways from the results? Science for young children doesn’t have to involve expensive devices or equipment—it can be as simple as encouraging inquiry, curiosity, and asking “Why?” with young children. (more)