Early science and engineering: The impact of The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! on Learning

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Grindal, T., Silander, M., Gerard, S., Maxon, T., Garcia, E., Hupert, N., Vahey, P., & Pasnik, S. (2019). Early Science and Engineering: The Impact of the Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About that! On Learning. Education Development Center, Inc., & SRI International.

Abstract

Over 450 children living in low-income households across the U.S. participated in this study, which explores whether providing families with access to PBS KIDS The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! ™ videos, digital games, and hands-on activities can help 4- and 5-year old children learn physical science and engineering concepts and practices.

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