Tots –n- Science Programs (Ages 2-5)

These programs can be arranged for in advance.  For more information, contact Headwaters Science Center at (218) 444-4472.

Leaves –n- Things

The leaves are falling, and the trees are getting bare. We will do activities to help us learn about what is going with trees –n- things.

Getting Ready for Winter

Squirrels are storing nuts, animals fur is getting thicker, and everyone is getting ready for winter. Let’s talk about how you and different animals are preparing for the cold weather and snow.

Hibernation

Many animals decide to sleep the whole winter away. This program is about hibernation and how sleeping helps some animals survive the winter. Bring along your favorite stuffed bear, and we will make it a home to help it sleep during the cold winter months.

Spectacular Spiders

Come learn about these interesting creatures from what they eat to where they live. Take a closer look at some spiders that live at the Science Center

Fun with Feathers

Who has feathers and why are they important? Join us for some fun looking at feathers.

Dinosaur Defenses

How do different animals defend themselves? Learn about some defenses and make a dinosaur to take home with you.

Who Likes the Cold Weather?

How do animals survive the cold, and which animals live where it gets cold. As winter is setting in, we will explore winter time and how you and animals can survive it.

Winter’s Here

Join us for the wonderful story, The Mitten by Jan Brett. This great winter story will get us in the mood to learn about animals, snowflakes, and much more. We also will have fun making and eating an edible snowman.

Is it Snowing?

It is winter time and time for lots of snow. Join us as we look up close at the snowflakes falling from the sky.

Are These Your Tracks?

What does your footprint look like? Let’s look at yours and other animals that are making tracks in the snow.

Owls

Owls are fun and interesting birds to explore. We will even show you how to call an owl. Join us for an owling good time.

Spring’s Return

Spring is here, and we will be investigating what is going on outside. Birds are starting to return, the ice is starting to melt, and it is time to make the maple syrup. We will explore all of these seasonal changes and much more.

Eggs, Eggs, Everywhere

We will eggzamine who is laying eggs, different sizes of eggs, what hatches out of eggs, and eat some eggcellent edible bird nests. Join us for this eggstraordinary program.

Water Life

What kinds of critters live in our lakes and streams? We will explore turtles, fish, ducks, geese, and other creatures that call this habitat  home.

Beautiful Bubbles

Bubbles bubbles, everywhere! Join us for some fun making and playing with beautiful bubbles.

Something’s Fishy!

What makes a fish a fish? Come explore these creatures that spend their time under the water.

Terrific Turtles

Have you ever wondered what a turtle does all day? We will follow the life of a turtle and make a turtle to take home with you.

Bird Nests

It is time for our feathered friends to start building their nests. Learn where you might find a bird nest, and try your hand or beak at building your very own nest

What is a Seed?

Bird seed, apple seeds, and acorns- just some of many seeds we will investigate during this program. Join us as we look at many different kinds of seeds and what they might grow into. 

Tots –n- Crafts

Get into the holiday spirit by creating some fun, science type crafts. Make and take home several items to use during this festive time.

Animals of the Night

Do you ever wonder what is going on while you are sleeping? Join us as we explore animals that are active at night.

Ants, Ants, Everywhere

They are so small, but so strong. Learn all about these interesting insects- from the many jobs that they do to what they have in their homes- under the ground.

Fur, Fins, and Feathers

Who has fur, fins, or feathers on their body? Come explore many different creatures and what makes them look the way they do.

What’s The Weather Doing?

Is it snowing or raining? Cloudy or sunny? We’ll examine what weather is and how it affects you.

Snakes Alive!

Do you know what a snake eats for lunch? Did you know that snakes can shed their skin? Let’s check out the Science Center snakes and see what makes snakes special.

Color My World        

Red and yellow and pink and green- colors are everywhere! Join us to search for the many colors that make the world beautiful.

Bears

Learn all about those bears from what they eat to where they live.

Buzzin’ Bees

 Who is the queen and who are the worker bees? Bee part of our bee colony as we look at who does what in a hive.

Tall Trees.

We climb them, we get food from them and we build our houses out of them. Let's discover more about trees.

Snakes, spiders and lizards oh my!

Take a close look at some of the amazing animals that live at the Science Center.

Kid Chemistry

 Mix and unmix colors. Combine 2 liquids to make a solid. Try some cool chemistry!

Wonderful Water

Does it sink? Does it float? Can I sail my own boat? We may get a little wet, but exploring the wonders of water is what it's all about.

Lovely Ladybugs

Lets look at these interesting little insects with spots on their backs to see what they eat, where they live, and why they are important.

Oceans

 Let's bring the big blue ocean a little closer to home with a little sand, salt and sea animals.

Awesome Opossums

 What in the world is an opossum anyway. Let's find out about these interesting creatures.

More Wonderful Water

 Are we wet yet! More wonderful water play

Delightful Ducks

Diving, quacking, swimming! From their beak to their tail feathers this common northwoods visitor is a real treasure.

Pond Life

 What kind of animals live in our lakes? You may be surprised who keeps you company when you go swimming!

Star Lab

Come check out the night sky in our portable planetarium