3-5 Years Activities

Little Scientists

Preschoolers are natural scientists and engineers! They ask endless questions and love to experiment. Our activities introduce STEM concepts through hands-on exploration and creative problem-solving.

Developmental Milestones (3-5 Years)

Complex problem-solving abilities

Advanced language and storytelling

Understanding rules and fair play

Developing reading and writing skills

Showing interest in learning

Building lasting friendships

Understanding time concepts

Demonstrating self-control

Recommended Activities

Science Experiments
Duration: 30-45 minutes

Simple experiments like volcano eruptions, color mixing, and sink or float tests.

Benefits:

  • Scientific thinking
  • Hypothesis testing
  • Observation skills
  • Critical thinking

Materials Needed:

  • Baking soda
  • Vinegar
  • Food coloring
  • Various objects
  • Containers
Garden Projects
Duration: 30-60 minutes

Planting seeds, caring for plants, and exploring nature through hands-on gardening.

Benefits:

  • Responsibility
  • Nature connection
  • Patience
  • Life science concepts

Materials Needed:

  • Seeds
  • Soil
  • Pots
  • Watering can
  • Garden tools
Craft Challenges
Duration: 40-60 minutes

Open-ended craft projects with recycled materials and creative problem-solving.

Benefits:

  • Creativity
  • Problem-solving
  • Planning
  • Fine motor skills

Materials Needed:

  • Recycled materials
  • Glue
  • Tape
  • Scissors
  • Decorative items
Group Activities
Duration: 45-60 minutes

Collaborative projects and games that encourage teamwork and social skills.

Benefits:

  • Social skills
  • Cooperation
  • Communication
  • Leadership

Materials Needed:

  • Large paper
  • Group art supplies
  • Building materials
  • Game props
Cooking Projects
Duration: 45-60 minutes

Real cooking activities with measuring, mixing, and following recipes.

Benefits:

  • Math skills
  • Following instructions
  • Life skills
  • Confidence

Materials Needed:

  • Simple recipes
  • Ingredients
  • Measuring tools
  • Mixing bowls
  • Aprons
Engineering Challenges
Duration: 40-60 minutes

Building bridges, towers, and structures with various materials and constraints.

Benefits:

  • Engineering thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Spatial reasoning
  • Persistence

Materials Needed:

  • Blocks
  • Cardboard
  • Tape
  • Straws
  • Challenge cards

Safety First

Encourage independent exploration with guidance

Teach proper tool usage and safety

Allow for trial and error learning

Support collaborative play

Provide age-appropriate challenges

Foster curiosity and questioning

Ready to Get Messy?

Book a session and let your little scientist explore, experiment, and learn!