STEM Programs Near Me

How does the brain translate a scent into a memory or a vibration into music? Our five senses are sophisticated data-collection tools that work constantly to map our environment. We will dive into the biology of perception, isolating each sense to study its unique function. By investigating how information travels from our sensory organs to various parts of the brain, students will uncover the vital role these systems play in the human experience.

Encourage curiosity and build self-confidence in your preschooler through art, science exploration, play and more. Teachers also read children's books that explore and nurture key social and emotional skills, engage in activities that require cooperation.

Calling all Curious Builders! Do you love to take things apart and put them back together? Join us for a few days of 'Tinker Time' where we’ll find out how our favorite things work. Using blocks, boxes, and lots of imagination, our junior engineers will solve fun puzzles and build amazing creations. Get ready to stack, snap, and create as we build the future together! Note: Aftercare runs until 5:30 PM on 12/21–12/23, and until 4:00 PM on 12/24.

In the Applied Science Lab, students explore real-world science through fun, hands-on experiments. Each week, they build working projects like helicopters, flashlights, wind turbines, and more using everyday materials. The class encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while teaching core science and engineering concepts. No screens or kits—just engaging, interactive learning. It’s the perfect class for curious kids who love to build, explore, and discover how things work

Embark on an exciting robotics adventure as students build and code imaginative creations like the Majestic Lion, Sea Turtle, and Alien Capture. Using LEGO® motors, sensors, and an easy drag-and-drop coding interface, they'll explore engineering, problem-solving, and creativity through hands-on STEM challenges in every class. (Please note: IntelliBricks will provide all LEGO® and computers for the camp. Children cannot take home any of their creations or LEGO® products. LEGO® group of companies does not sponsor, authorize or endorse any of our programs.)

Calling all car lovers out there! During this session, children will build a new kind of car each week and learn the concepts surrounding it. For example one week might focus on a power car where children try different gear combinations and another week might focus on building a car with sails and learn all about wind resistance and its effect on speed. Some models will focus on programming too. (Please note: IntelliBricks will provide all LEGO® and computers for the camp. Children cannot take home any of their creations or LEGO® products. LEGO® group of companies does not sponsor, authorize or endorse any of our programs.)

Step into a magical world of color, sparkle, and imagination! In our Art Fairies Day Camp, young artists will explore all things bright, colorful, and whimsical through hands-on process art experiences. Campers will experiment with color, texture, movement, and a variety of art materials as they create their own magical worlds inspired by fairies, color and everything fantastical. From colorful experiments to imaginative creations, each child will have the freedom to explore, play, and make art in their own unique way. This one-day camp is process-focused, imagination-driven, and all about creative exploration in a fun and supportive studio environment. 📅 Monday, September 21 👧 Ages 4–8 🕘 Camp Schedule Drop-off: Begins at 9:00 AM Pick-up: 2:45–3:00 PM 🧺 What to Bring Please help your child come prepared for a fun (and messy!) creative day! 🚫 Please do not pack any nuts or nut products. Two healthy snacks (morning & afternoon) Lunch (no candy, gum, or sugary drinks) Refillable water bottle Comfortable, paint-friendly clothes Jacket, sunhat, and layers for outdoor play Sunscreen applied before camp Full change of clothes (just in case!) 🧒 Camper Requirements To help make camp safe, fun, and successful for everyone: Campers must be 4 years and 6 months old by the camp date. Campers should be able to follow safety instructions and participate in activities for approximately 30 minutes at a time. Campers must be fully potty-trained and able to use the bathroom independently. Please share any medical, behavioral, or developmental information (such as allergies, neurodiversity, or trauma) during registration so we can best support your child. All information is kept confidential. 💰 Refunds & Cancellations 100% refund for cancellations made within 24 hours of registration. All registrations include a non-refundable 20% deposit. Cancellations made 30 or more days before the camp date receive a refund minus the 20% deposit. Cancellations made within 30 days of the camp date are not refundable unless we are able to fill your child's spot. If the spot is filled, you will receive camp credit, minus the 20% deposit. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email.

Deconstruct, Design, and Discover! Step into the shoes of an engineer as we investigate how things work and find ways to make them even better. Our young innovators will tackle real-world challenges through immersive building activities, using critical thinking to turn new ideas into reality. Join us for a week of hands-on experimentation as we build the future, one project at a time!

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn the world's cuisines and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Uncover the mysteries of the molecular world! In this immersive lab experience, campers will dive into the fascinating chemistry of pH balances and the power of acids and bases. Through a series of thrilling experiments, young scientists will create reactions that pop, change colors, and transform into entirely new substances. Come see how exciting science can be!

Come join us for 3 days of fun, games, crafts and STEAM activities! If you have loved our summer camps, come join us for the day as this camp is open to the community! Sign-Up Deadline: By noon on Friday, November 6th. Email Confirmation: We will confirm via email whether camp is running by Friday, November 6th. Minimum Capacity: All camps run contingent upon a minimum number of campers signing up. Grade Levels: Recommended for Junior or Transitional Kindergarten through 5th Grade. 5th Grade Note: If your child is in 5th grade, it is recommended that a friend registers as well so they can enjoy the activities together! Non-Refundable Policy: All Day Camps are non- refundable once they are confirmed via email. Campers must be current JK or TK students at a minimum.

Perfect for your young scientist, this program introduces fun, hands-on activities that make science easy and exciting to understand. Tailored just for kids, Mini Lab sparks curiosity while helping them discover the wonders of science in an engaging, playful environment.

The LEGO® Minecraft Class is an exciting and educational experience into the world of stop-motion animation production. Using LEGO® building sets based off of the Minecraft theme, students will stage their own scenes from a storyboard and take photos of the scene to tell a story. Then they will edit the images in the Frames 6 animation software where they will add effects, sound and more. Some of the features of the class include: Working in teams to collaborate and create animation projects for each day.A new and unique Minecraft theme for each day, including castle, cave and End worlds.Use of illustrated storyboards to plan out the narrative of the project Photography of the LEGO® sets in action to create slides for stop-motion animation Computer animation software to edit images using green screen, effects and sound Finished projects will be emailed to the parents end of the 6 weeks session. (Please note: IntelliBricks will provide all LEGO® and computers for the class. Children cannot take home any of their creations or LEGO® products. LEGO® group of companies does not sponsor, authorize or endorse any of our programs.)

Join us every Friday this fall for our *NEW* Homeschool Play Club. We will explore art, STEM, movement, problem-solving, social-emotional learning, play, team building, all while learning from one another. Bring whatever fun stuff you've been working on or join in with a fun project the coaches offer in this learning and social time just for home schoolers. Using ESA? Please purchase your class with your ESA issued debit card, submit an invoice to ClassWallet OR purchase on your own card and submit for reimbursement. Read our ESA policy and find the attestation form here: https://www.playformancetucson.com/esa Please contact Katie at katie@playformancetucson.com for help or questions. ESA funds may be used for semester registration only.

Encourage curiosity and build self-confidence in your preschooler through art, science exploration, play and more. Teachers also read children's books that explore and nurture key social and emotional skills, engage in activities that require cooperation. This is a 2-hour separation class suitable for 3-5 years

This class combines non-mobile babies and crawlers to highlight the developmental abilities of both ages. We will begin class with group activities along with promoting parallel play, socialization, and sensory play. Meet like-minded parents while our instructor leads you through nurturing exercises and activities that stimulate your baby’s brain development. We will end each class with a soft session of bubbles and parachute time.

Outdoor field games in local area parks, weather permitting. We spend the first and last hour of the day inside doing arts and crafts, STEM projects, and indoor sports such bowling and ping pong. The rest of the morning and afternoon we are outdoors doing field games and traditional camp activities utilizing local area parks. We are open rain or shine, during inclement weather and poor air quality days we spend more time inside doing crafts, indoor sports and other activities. Hot lunch and healthy snacks are included. There is a sibling discount of 20% for each child beyond the first. Be sure to pack your child with comfortable sneakers for running, clothes that can get dirty and stained, and a reusable water bottle. Please send your child in wearing an orange shirt. Camp shirts are $15 each and will be charged to your account if needed.

Why use your PTO when you can use your WOW Back-Up Care? Join us for a full day of fun, including: - Obstacle courses - Arts & crafts - Playground time - Spanish lessons, and more! Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are all included. Full details will be sent out 48 hours before your scheduled day. What to bring: - A complete change of clothes - A sippy cup Location: Back-Up Care operates out of our Harrison Street and Jackson Street locations. Your assigned location will be confirmed 48 hours before your back-up day. Questions? Email us at office@worldofwondercenter.com.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn the world's cuisines and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn about cuisines of the world and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.

Give your child the gift of confidence and the joy of cooking! Our culinary program offers hands-on cooking lessons for budding young chefs. We learn more than how to follow a recipe at Lil’ Chef School. We utilize math, science, teamwork, creativity, and more. Children learn about cuisines of the world and enhance their experience with fruits, vegetables, herbs & spices while gaining confidence and experience in the kitchen that will last them a lifetime. Children will make 2 recipes each week and will get a tasting of the food they made at the end of class. Recipes are provided online.