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  • Developmental Psychology
  • Science Education

Background:

  • Understanding factors influencing early science content knowledge is crucial for educational interventions.
  • Individual differences in science learning emerge in preschool.
  • Identifying predictors can inform targeted support for young learners.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe science content knowledge in preschoolers.
  • To examine early predictors of science content knowledge.
  • To investigate factors influencing gains in science knowledge.

Main Methods:

  • A sample of 194 typically developing preschool children was assessed.
  • Science content knowledge was measured in fall (Time 1) and spring (Time 2).
  • Hierarchical linear modeling was used to analyze predictors.

Main Results:

  • Children demonstrated significant gains in science content knowledge over the preschool year.
  • Maternal education (bachelor's degree or higher) predicted initial science knowledge.
  • Cognitive, math, and language skills at Time 1 concurrently predicted science knowledge.
  • Only Time 1 math skills predicted gains in science knowledge (residualized gains).

Conclusions:

  • Early math skills are a significant predictor of growth in science content knowledge.
  • Interventions supporting math skills may enhance science learning in preschoolers.
  • Educators should consider individual differences in foundational skills for science support.