Central objective: STEM activities with inquiry-based learning — practical, hands-on strategies for early childhood education and child care centers that spark curiosity and build foundational science, technology, engineering, and math skills. Supporting elements: a featured article (''From Marshmallows to Mastery: Hands-On Learning for Early Childhood'') plus links to trainings, resources, and current job listings to help centers adopt and sustain inquiry-based STEM practice.