Young Scientists

Young Scientists is the perfect way to help your little ones discover a passion for science and ignite a desire to explore the world around them. Each four-week session provides developmentally appropriate, informal learning experiences that support and enhance exploration, create excitement and facilitate scientific discoveries. We understand that learning is best achieved through exploration and discovery, which is why our sessions encourage hands-on learning and active participation. 

Our program is intended for children between the ages of 3 and 5, who must be accompanied by an adult. We offer one-hour bilingual, Spanish and English, sessions on Thursdays at 9 and 11 a.m., and Saturdays at 9 and 11 a.m. After each program, participants can enjoy the exhibit galleries, complimentary. 

For more information, visit our FAQs page or contact the Education Reservations Team or call 619-238-1233 x 806.

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PRICING 

Members $80 per four-week session 

General $95 per four-week session  

Register

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All Sessions Open for Registration

Session 4:

The Human Body

Investigate bones, digestion and other amazing systems of the human body to discover what makes your body tick!  

Thursday sessions: January 16, 23 & 30 and February 6 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon- 1 p.m.

Saturday sessions: January 18 & 25 and February 1 & 8 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-noon 

 

Session 5: February and March

Engineering

Get ready to design and create! Discover how to think like an engineer as we build on our understanding of structures, vehicles and buildings.

Thursday sessions: February 13, 20 & 27 and March 6| 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.

Saturday sessions: February 15 & 22 and March 1 & 8 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon

 

Session 6: March

Big Blue Ocean

Investigate the murky depths of the deep blue sea, including fantastic creatures, ocean chemistry and more. 

Thursday sessions: March 13, 20 & 27 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.

Saturday sessions: March 15, 22 & 29 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon

Price: Member $60 | General $71

 

Session 7: April and May

Crazy Critters

Grab your binoculars and safari hat—we’re off to explore the wild! Discover fascinating facts about bugs, rocks and the great outdoors.  

Thursday sessions: April 10, 17 & 14 and May 1 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.

Saturday sessions: April 12, 19 & 26 and May 3 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon

 

Session 8: May

STEM Careers

Each week we will explore a new field of science! Interact with scientists, participate in incredible hands-on experiments, and investigate different careers in science.  

Thursday sessions: May 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.

Saturday sessions: May 10, 17, 24 & 31 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon

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Has your Young Scientist graduated from the program?

Kids ages 6–10 can join our Junior Science Clubs. To learn about our upcoming topics and dates, please see our Junior Science Clubs page.

Science Clubs are available for children ages 10–14. To learn about our upcoming topics and dates, please see our Science Clubs page.