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Activities for Pre-K There are 54 items.
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Symmetry Foldovers
Patrons experiment with the idea of symmetry using pictures, letters, and shapes 0
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The Snake Charmer
Patrons learn about static electricity by creating a tissue paper snake, plastic wands, and wool or fur 0
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Exploring the Universe: Space Guess Quest Game
Patrons explore objects in space in an engaging game where they ask yes or no questions about their opponants' secret object. The first person to correctly identify the space object wins! 0
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Exploring the Universe: Static Electricity
Patrons learn about the different tools scientists use to study forces on Earth and in space and build their own electroscope to explore static electricity! 0
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Exploring Earth: Temperature Mapping
Participants learn about Landsat satellites by using infrared thermometers to measure surface temperatures 0
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Ice Cold Chemistry
Children will practice early chemistry skills by using pipettes and vinegar to melt and mix colored ice cubes. 0
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Woodworking
This activity, though it appears simple, is deeply engaging for children and effective in establishing flow. Children will gain comfort and familiarity with new tools as they use rasps and sandpaper to transform the shape of a piece of wood. 0
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The Claw
Test the ability of various robotic arms for complete a range of tasks, then design and build your own. 0
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Tech on the Go: Photography
Adults and children use a camera phone to experiment with photography and perspective. 0
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Petal Mandalas
Children will use flower petals and other colorful materials to create mandalas and different unique patterns. This activity provides an opportunity for early math learning about quantity, patterns, and shapes. 0
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Cardboard Challenge
Using cardboard boxes of different sizes and shapes, construct a unique or new creation and then make up a narrative to go along with it. 0
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Towel Transformation
Get creative with one of the less exciting items found around the house—towels. Use your imagination and some household supplies to turn an old towel into a creature! This activity helps children ask open-ended questions, while flexing their creative thinking skills. 0
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