Little Learners

Little Learners: Adventures in STEAM is an interactive preschool-aged (Ages 3 yrs to 6 yrs) program with lots of fun and hands-on activities! We will sharpen our science process skills as we experiment, read, explore, sing, and create! Learners will have time for structured weekly themed activities as well as time to explore our KidsPlace exhibit.

Dates and Times

Little Learners runs September to May, Wednesday mornings, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. in our KidsPlace Area. 

Please note, the rest of the science center will NOT be available for exploration after the conclusion of Little Learners at 11am on Wednesdays.

Other Details

Please enter through the 3rd Street entrance (This entrance can be found across the street from Strawberry Square).

Parents MUST stay with participants while in Whitaker Center!

Pricing

Members: $3 per child
Non-members: $10 per child 

Each child ticket includes admission for one accompanying adult.

If inquiring about complimentary admission with an ACCESS card, please contact info@whitakercenter.org to discuss the registration process. 

Registration

Pre-registration is required. Registration will stay open until 10 am the day of the program.

This can be done in advance via the ticketing links below or by contacting the box office at 717-214-ARTS.

Register Here

January Themes

Agriculture and You!

While it may not be time for planting or harvesting, farmers in Pennsylvania stay busy all year round! This month we’ll be honoring them and helping to celebrate the 109th year of the Farm Show! This Month we’ll be concentrating on how to incorporate STEAM based learning into dramatic play.

Wednesday, January 8: PA Farm Show

Let’s Celebrate the 109th year of the farm show by recreating our own version! We’ll get to practice our social skills and learn more about what to expect if we visit the Farm show!

  • What is the farm show?
  • How can I stay safe at the Farm show?


Wednesday, January 15: Farm Animals

Old MacDonald’s got nothing on the animal Activities we’ll be doing! Just Like Pigs in Mud, this week’s going to get messy! Wear old clothes or bring a spare set!

  • What kinds of animals live on farms?
  • How do animals on farms help us?

Wednesday, January 22: Tractors, Harvesters and Combines!

Big Farm Equipment means Big Fun for Little Learners! Let’s explore these machines that help us harvest our food!

  • What kinds of equipment is used on farms?
  • How does the equipment help us get food?

Wednesday, January 29: Grown in PA

There are so many foods and goods that local farmers provide us with.  We will be exploring what foods we get homegrown energy from, and what other goods come from our local farms.

  • What do PA farms produce?
  • Why are local farms important?
Register Here

Thank you to Penn National Insurance for sponsoring this program.

Penn National Insurance