Are you interested in moving from thematic teaching to in-depth studies but don't know where to begin? The Creative Curriculum Study Starters are designed with you in mind. This valuable new science and social studies resource is a series of step-by-step guides on developing studies about real-life topics that spark children's curiosity. Study Starters begin with topics that children want to explore-boxes, rocks, milk, hats, hands, buildings-and help you identify children's questions, learn background information and vocabulary, organize and plan the environment, facilitate investigations, incorporate content skills and knowledge, and involve families. Most important, Study Starters lead you to look at your own children and community to develop a study that is unique and customized for the children you teach. Each Study Starter is available individually, or you may purchase the complete set to receive a free teacher's guide and full-color binder to store the Study Starters and your notes. For preschool and kindergarten.