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Pint Size Science: Preschool Edition

Spark curiosity and wonder through play!

Pint Size Science (PSS) classes provide stepping stones for early learners to explore science topics and help parents/caregivers feel more confident being a STEM coach for their child.

PSS: Preschool Edition is designed for little learners ages 3 to 5.

Learn more about Pint Size Science, classes for other age groups and our philosophy of early childhood education at www.sciowa.org/pintsizescience.

PSS: Preschool Edition—2019-20 Schedule & Themes

Classes are held on the first and second weeks of the month. On Tuesdays, classes are from 5:00-5:45 pm. On Saturdays, classes are from 9:00-9:45 am. To maximize your child's learning experience, we recommend registering for the full two-month series.

Homes & Habitats

  • October 1 or 5 – Birds & Trees
  • October 8 or 12 – Toads & Ponds
  • November 5 or 9 – Snakes & Tall Grasses
  • November 12 or 16 – Fish & Streams

Colorful Chemistry

  • December 3 or 7 – Squishy, Slippery, Sparkly
  • December 10 or 14 – Liquids & Gases that Go "Boom!"
  • January 7 or 11 – Water, Ice & Snow
  • January 14 or 18 – Chemistry in the Kitchen

Tiny Tinkerers

  • February 4 or 8 – Upcycle
  • February 11 or 15 – Deconstruct
  • March 3 or 7 – Sewing & Weaving
  • March 10 or 14 – Molding & Shaping

Mini Meteorologist

  • April 7 or 11 – Sunlight
  • April 14 or 18 – Clouds & Rain
  • May 5 or 9 – Wind & Tornados
  • May 12 or 16 – Thunderstorms

Registration

Pint Size Science registration covers one child and one adult and includes SCI admission for the day of your class. Classes are $19 per child; $10 for SCI members. To register, click the button below, select "Register for Camps & Classes," then select the date of your class.

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Questions?
Contact the SCI Sales Office at 515-274-6868 ext. 222.