Tyke Explorers Workshop
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS | VIDEO
For Ages 2½ - 5 years
Expand your preschooler's universe by enrolling in our Tyke Explorers Program. Kids get to bring a special grown-up to share in the excitement of science and space. Classes are a combination of instructor-led lessons and self-guided, hands-on experimentation and exploration.
With Chabot's park-like setting, hands-on exhibits, laboratories and experienced educators, we guarantee a memorable adventure for you and your child.
Contact:
Emily Chan, Science Instructor at (510) 336-7324
Upcoming Workshops
Guests: $12 / $10 each additional child
Members: $9 / $5 each additional child
Advanced registration is required.
Call Charlette Lim Yankowitz at (510) 336-7381 to register.
MAY: 2012 - A Space Odyssey
- Tuesday, May 8: Day and Night
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
The Sun shines brightly during the day. The Moon glows eerily through the night. Learn about the amazing connection between our Sun, Earth and Moon.
- Tuesday, May 15: Fly Me to the Moon
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
Is the Moon made of cheese? Is there a man on the Moon? We will answer these thought-provoking questions as we discover and explore our lunar neighbor. - Tuesday, May 22: Dance of the Planets
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
Twinkling stars fill our evening skies, as do a number of "wandering stars" that seem to dance among the points of light. Explore the planets, dwarf planets and some other space rocks that make our Solar System unique.
JUNE: A Space Odyssey 2
- Tuesday, June 5: R is for Rocket
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
Though the Space Shuttle Era has come to an end, we still must keep our eyes turned to the stars for our next generation of astronauts. Our micronauts will have a rocket fun-filled day!
- Tuesday, June 12: Our Place in Space
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
There sure is a lot of space in outer space! Find out how our special planet fits in among our Solar System, and attempt to grasp the true vastness of space. Explore the grand size of our family of planets. - Tuesday, June 19: Connect-the-Stars
(10am, 12pm or 3pm)
Before television... before the Internet... before video games... there were constellations! Let our imaginations run wild with stories that filled the night skies above.
JULY: Beach Month
- Tuesday, July 10: Circle of Water
(10am or 12pm)
Our home planet is a habitable paradise floating through the emptiness of space, where liquid water is abundant on its surface. Let us take a ride along the water cycle and explore the importance of the amazing molecule.
- Tuesday, July 17: Global Ocean
(10am or 12pm)
Continent and oceans take their place atop our "blue marble" planet Earth. Learn how the landmasses and bodies of water puzzle together to shape our familiar maps. - Tuesday, July 24: Boat Afloat
(10am or 12pm)
Ships ahoy! A day at the beach would not be complete without the sight of boats along the horizon. Make and race boats across "oceans" and make sure they stay afloat with a hefty cargo.
AUGUST: One Day I'll Fly Away
- Tuesday, August 7: It's a Bird...
(10am or 12pm)
Ever wonder what it would be like to fly like a bird? Though we cannot make that happen in our workshop, we will explore the wonders of these diverse and magnificent creatures that take flight.
- Tuesday, August 14: It's a Plane...
(10am or 12pm)
Human beings do not have wings, but planes do! Air transportation has made the world seem much smaller. Learn about how people have attempted to conquer the skies through different modes of traveling through the air. - Tuesday, August 21: It's Super-Fly!
(10am or 12pm)
Insects are found in nearly every environment on our Planet Earth. They move about their home by walking, flying and occasionally even swimming. Discover more about these fantastic creepy crawlers!