Implementing Project Based Learning in Early Childhood: Overcoming Misconceptions and Reaching Success

Sara Lev · Amanda Clark · Erin Starkey

May 2020 · Routledge

About this ebook

This ground-breaking book proves that Project Based Learning (PBL) does work in early childhood classrooms. Most common understandings of PBL in Pre-K through 2nd grade are rife with assumptions, misconceptions, and perceived barriers that have prevented its widespread implementation. Implementing Project Based Learning in Early Childhood breaks down these barriers, offering teachers and leaders at various stages of PBL implementation the tools, resources, instructional strategies, and suggestions needed to dispel the myths and discover the truth.

Full of practical approaches and strategies, chapters encourage you to consider your current practices from new perspectives while "Reflect and Connect" sections provide opportunities to think through your questions, make connections to your current practices, and plan your next steps. Educators will gain a deep understanding of PBL in early childhood and build their confidence to engage all students in high quality Project Based Learning from the beginning of the school year to the end.

About the author

Sara Lev has worked as an early childhood teacher in public, private, and charter school settings since 2005, and is a National Faculty Member for PBLWorks.

Amanda Clark has worked in public education for over 15 years, is currently Assistant Professor of Education at Central College in Pella, Iowa, and is a National Faculty member for PBLWorks.

Erin Starkey has been in education since 2008 serving as a classroom teacher, district instructional coach and technologist, curriculum writer, and National Faculty member for PBLWorks.