Science Workshops for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Join us for hands-on science experiments and sensory-rich art projects in workshops specially designed for young children, ages 3–5, with autism spectrum disorder and their parents and siblings.

Wheels!
Saturday, March 14
10:30 am – noon
Explore the physics of how things move as we tinker with cars and trains on ramps, paint with wheels, and build our own vehicles from recycled materials. Vroom!

Family Science Adventures for kids with differences include a small teacher-to-student ratio as students practice focusing/concentration, social cognition, collaboration/teamwork, listening/comprehension skills and more. Our educators are trained to work with kids with differences.

These free workshops provide opportunities to enjoy family time at the museum in a welcoming, safe and understanding environment, allow parents to network with one another, and help families discover the wonder of science learning together. Special needs will include visual schedules, a communication booklet and more.

Wheels!
Saturday, March 14
10:30 am – noon
Explore the physics of how things move as we tinker with cars and trains on ramps, paint with wheels, and build our own vehicles from recycled materials. Vroom!

Sound Sensations
Saturday, March 21
10:30 am – noon
Explore the science of sound through instrument making, body percussion and jamming to music.

Water Works
Saturday, April 4
10:30 am – noon
Splash into science as we explore the properties of water. Play with ice and watercolors, explore what sinks and floats and more.

Plant Explorations
Saturday, April 18
10:30 am – noon
Come dig in dirt and discover the wonderful world of plants. Discover the parts of a plant and why they are such an important part of our daily lives.