Museum Location
One Montshire Road
Norwich, VT 05055
Tel: 802-649-2200
Fax: 802-649-3637
montshire@montshire.org
Young Scientist Program
A weekly program designed to ignite and foster young children’s curiosity about the physical and natural world. (ages 4-6)
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Winter Session: January 11-February 15
Early Spring Session: February 29-April 11
Late Spring Session: April 25-May 16
(Register for 2 sessions, save $10; register for 3 sessions, save $20.)
This program for preschoolers and kindergartners integrates hands-on experiments, fun projects, and individual explorations in the physical and natural science sciences. The science investigations and natural history explorations are specially designed to introduce young learners to the tools and processes of science in an age appropriate manner. Both morning (9:30–11:30 a.m.) and afternoon (1–3 p.m.) sessions are offered during the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms.
A typical Young Scientist program includes the following activities:
• Free Play
• Circle and Class Meeting to introduce the day’s theme
• Hands-on Science Investigation
• Snack
• Story time
• Outside Exploration or additional Science Investigations
The Young Scientist program is led by Amy VanderKooi and Rebecca Haynes, and two assistant teachers who help with activities to ensure every child is receiving individual attention.