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. 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.

Available Programs
 

• Exploring Senses
  Ages 3–5 Years | 9–10 a.m. | March 7–28, 2026
  Explore all five senses—seeing with optical illusions and color-mixing; hearing with sound vibrations through instrument-making; touch with tactile art; and taste and smell with edible experiments.
  Note: 4-Week Session: Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28
   
• Exploring Earth
  Ages 3–5 Years | 9–10 a.m. | April 4–25, 2026
  Discover the dynamics of Earth such as how landforms, how rocks develop, how plants grow and how other natural phenomena come to be!
  Note: 4-Week Session: Apr. 4, 11, 18, 25
   
• Kitchen Science
  Ages 3–5 Years | 9–10 a.m. | May 2–23, 2026
  Join us in the kitchen to investigate fizzing reactions, colorful chemistry, edible science with simple snacks. Session culminates in making homemade ice cream to understand freezing and scientific principles.
  Note: 4-Week Session: May 2, 9, 16, 23

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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.