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Preschool Programs-9 programs designed specifically for early learns ages 4-6


Science Sprout programs are designed specifically for children ages 4-6. Each topic is approximately 45 minutes in length, and has been designed with the needs of early learners in mind! Let us bring hands-on experiments to your classroom to help you enrich the science learning experiences of your preschool aged children. We’ll do all the work—you get to watch your young learners as they interact with our materials and explore a variety of science concepts.
For the presentation of a single 45 minute program, for a maximum of 30 students, the fee is $100. The same program can be repeated for an additional $75 each, with a maximum of 3 consecutive programs at one location during the same morning or afternoon reservation.

Programs:

1.

Storybook Science: Bats combines hands-on activities with the book Stellaluna by Janell Cannon to explore the unique characteristics of bats.

2.

Storybook Science: Dinosaurs invites you to join in a Dinosaurumpus! We will investigate the dinosaurs found in this favorite children’s book by Tony Mitton.

3.

Story book science: Insects uses The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle to explore the world of our six legged friends.

4.

My Amazing Body introduces bones, muscles, hearts, lungs and healthy habits to early learners.

5.

It's Raining! It's Pouring! Travel the life of a water droplet on its adventure through the water cycle.

6.

Lights Out! Learn about the crazy properties of light while experimenting with mirrors and making rainbows.

7.

Goopy, Slimy, Bubbly Stuff is perfect for the beginning chemist. Learn how to mix, measure and make careful observations as we create goopy, slimy and bubbly stuff.

Registration:
To schedule a program, contact Hayley Budd, Program Facilitator, at 417-862-9910 ext. 726
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