Kindergarten Kits

Kindergarteners are natural explorers and BOCES 4 Science kits turn their curiosity into discovery. From investigating pushes and pulls on the playground to tracking weather patterns and uncovering the secret lives of worms, these engaging units spark wonder while building a strong science foundation.

Playing with toys is a fun way for the youngest scientists to explore the forces of pushes and pulls. Students are challenged with describing the motion of objects and how forces affect them during a visit to the playground. They will experiment with how tracks at different heights change the distance cars travel and will enjoy the interactions in a lively kickball game.

Using weather tools and looking at patterns, students will learn about local weather, seasons and how the sun impacts Earth’s surfaces. Students will begin to understand how forecasts help people prepare and respond to severe weather events. Using what they’ve learned, students will design solutions to try and keep playgrounds cool during hot, sunny conditions.

A rainy day leads to piles of worms that are evenly spaced along the center of a road. Relying on natural curiosity and science practices, students investigate the phenomenon while observing a classroom compost bin of red worms. Guided by fictional character Scout the Worm, students examine the interdependent relationships within the worms’ ecosystem.

To assist district decisions surrounding curriculum planning, BOCES 4 Science teachers created suggested pathways based on unit length and the typical school calendar. You can choose to follow a suggested pathway, use it as a reference or create your own science curriculum journey.