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It’s Full STEAM Ahead With the Little Engineers Program at the Air & Space Museum!
April 19, 2023
STEAM for young children promots inquiry learning through active (often hands-on) experiences that support building understanding and vocabulary, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and reflection. These classes will be based on the roots of the disciplines in a fun and engaging way. Each class is stand alone or attend all for a in depth look at the topics. Register here. The museum is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Enjoy $4 off regular adult admission here: San Diego Air & Space Coupon
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Little Engineers Spring: I Wonder…
Children are filled with a sense of wonder, of exploring, or what’s next and this series will foster this potential. Through hands-on experiences, playful, open-ended learning, noticing the small things and the big picture children will develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
When: Wednesday Mornings from 9 to 10 am
What: Discuss Science, Experience Hands-on Activities, and Private Museum Exploration.
Price: $23 a Child/Caregiver pair. Buy 3 get 1 free.
January: I wonder about Animals- explore creatures great and small from ancient dinosaurs to warm and fuzzy mammals, look up and look down for creatures all around.
January 4: Reptiles
January 11: Mammals
January 18: Birds
January 25: Wee Beasts
February: I wonder about Machines- engineering, design, and operation all lead to powerful vehicles. Our heart and soul is aviation and aerospace, come and pet our robots.
February 1 Airplanes
February 8 Rockets
February 15 Trains/ Rovers
February 22 Robots
March I wonder about Space- what’s out there from the 8 planets, to the moon, to our star the sun and learn what its like to live and work in space.
March 1: Solar System
March 8 Moon
March 15 Sun and Stars
March 22 Astronauts and Aliens
March 29 no class for spring break
April I wonder about Earth- what’s here at home from rain and sun, to exploring gravity and how things run, celebrate Earth day with simple solutions and what happens at night and day.
April 5 Weather
April 12 Gravity and physics
April 19 How can I help the environment
April 25 Day and Night
May I wonder about Habitats- places were animals and plants live from the mountains to the praries to the oceans and beyond.
May 3 Ocean
May 10 Desert
May 17 Tropical Rain Forest/ Jungle
May 24 Prarie/ Grasslands
May 31 Arctic/ Antartic
Bonus Session
June 7 Plants I wonder how they grow, what they look like, and why they are different.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I register two children?
Of course, as long as both are ages 2-5.
Can we stay to explore the Museum more after class?
Absolutely!
Can I take only one class? All of the classes? Does my child need to know anything in particular to participate?
Classes are designed to be stand-alone lessons, with no prerequisite knowledge or skills besides a willingness to be curious and have fun! Feel free to pick your favorite or sign up for them all.
Are we only going to learn about planes?
Not at all! While we love aviation, Little Engineers encourages children to ask questions about the world around them, and find the science and engineering in their everyday lives.
My child is bright and chatty/shy and methodical/full of energy/not reading yet/reading at a third grade level. Will they be a good fit for this program?
Absolutely. Our lesson plans are highly flexible and child-driven, and all activities are easily adapted to any ability level. Most importantly, our main goal is to have fun!
Who will be teaching the class?
Ms. Anney loves cats and cows, enjoys reading stories, and enjoys playing and collaborating.
Still have more questions?