As advocates for the growth and development of young minds, we’re excited to host a week filled with activities that celebrate the importance of nurturing children’s potential during their formative years.
During this special week, we’ll be offering a variety of engaging activities and programs designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for learning.
Week of the Young Child is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to promote the importance of early childhood education. Connect with them and celebrate each activity using #WOYC24!
Saturday, April 6
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Sunday, April 7
Museum Open, noon to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Tuesday, April 9
Museum Open, 10 am to 7 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Playful Preschoolers Class, 9 am to noon
Ages 3-5 // Registration Required // $22 ($17.60 members)
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Story Time + Activity, 11:00-11:30 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Join us as we read Flight School by Lita Judge.
Activity: Any creature can fly with the help of their friends. Using open-ended materials, we will craft a creature that can soar through the air.
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Early Learners Celebration, 4-6 pm
City of Brookings Proclamation and Ribbon Cutting, 4:30 pm
All ages // Free admission
Celebrate the community’s commitment to making early childhood education a priority in Brookings County. Family activities and resources will be highlighted throughout the event.
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Café Coteau $5 Community Meal, 4-6:30 pm
On the menu:
- Half Wraps with Diced Fruit; Choice of Buffalo Chicken or Mediterranean
- Vegan option available
Wednesday, April 10
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Story Time + Activity, 10:30-11 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Join us as we read The Way Back Home by Oliver Jeffers.
Activity: Prepare for liftoff! Explore a variety of hands-on space-themed activities that are truly interstellar.
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Collaborative Art Project in the Art Studio, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday, April 11
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Story Time + Activity, 1 – 1:30 pm
All ages // Free with paid admission
Join us as we read Mixed: A Colorful Story by Arree Chung
Activity: Explore the art and science of color mixing through a variety of hands-on sensory stations.
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Collaborative Art Project, 2-3 pm
Friday, April 12
Museum Open, 10 am to 5 pm
Play is learning! Explore all of the museum exhibits.
Play Dates, 9-10 am
Ages 0-36 months and their caregiver // Registration Required // Free
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Story Time + Activity, 10:30-11 am
All ages // Free with paid admission
Join us as we read Three Cheers for Kid McGear by Sherri Duskey Rinker
Activity: Dump trucks, cement mixers, excavators, and more! Want to DIG up some creativity? Join us as we explore a variety of construction themed art, sensory, and building activities that are sure to be a ton of fun!
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Playful Preschoolers Class, noon to 3 pm
Ages 3-5 // Registration Required // $22 ($17.60 members)
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Sensory Friendly Play, 5-8 pm
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