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The Fleet will be closed from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. on November 22, 2024.
Young Scientists
Discover the wonders of science together
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.
PRICING
Members $80 per four-week session
General $95per four-week session
Fall Session 1:
Tinkering Lab
Get ready to design, invent and build. All the tools needed will be provided. Just bring your imagination.
Thursday sessions:
September 19 & 26 and October 3 & 10 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.
Saturday sessions: September 21 & 28 and October 5 & 12 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon
Fall Session 2:
Pumpkins, Bugs & Magic
Get into the spirit! Discover fascinating facts about some not so creepy and crawly creatures, pumpkin dissection and sucrose science.
Thursday sessions: October 17, 24 & 31 and November 7 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.
Saturday sessions: October 19 & 26 and November 2 & 9 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon
Fall Session 3:
Mighty Meteorologists
Explore why weather changes and learn about the tools meteorologists use to investigate rainstorms, tornados, snow and other world climates.
Thursday sessions: November 14 & 21 and December 5 & 12 | 10-11 a.m. or 12 noon-1 p.m.
Saturday sessions: November 16 & 23 and December 16 & 23 | 9-10 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12 noon
Fall 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
Winter & Spring Sessions
Registrations will open in November 2024
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
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.
Save the Date
Mighty Meteorologists
Nov 21 at 10:00–11:00am
Explore why weather changes and learn about the tools meteorologists use to investigate rainstorms, tornados, snow and other world climates.
Mighty Meteorologists
Nov 21 at 12:00–1:00pm
Explore why weather changes and learn about the tools meteorologists use to investigate rainstorms, tornados, snow and other world climates.
Mighty Meteorologists
Nov 23 at 9:00–10:00am
Explore why weather changes and learn about the tools meteorologists use to investigate rainstorms, tornados, snow and other world climates.
