Brooklyn Preschool of Science has created a new program for children ages 12 to 24 months that will start at their Amity Street location in Cobble Hill in September. Their hands-on, inquiry-based science curriculum for infants and toddlers offers numerous benefits supporting their development and learning. THey want to spark interest in STEM fields at an early age because engaging in hands-on science at an early age can lay the groundwork for continued interest and success in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subjects as children grow.
BPoS’ hands-on curriculum nurtures crucial skills like curiosity, problem-solving, language, motor abilities, and STEM foundations in infants and toddlers by providing developmentally appropriate, multi-sensory science experiences through play, exploration, and discovery. This approach supports their overall growth and prepares them for future academic success.
Parents can choose a flexible schedule matching their childcare needs from 3 to 5 days per week. Hours of the infant program are 9 am to 12 pm, 9 am to 3 pm or 8 am to 6 pm. Take a tour to find out more about the new program and join us as we explore the wonders of STEAM-based learning.
Here are some examples of their hands-on, inquiry-based science activities well suited for your toddler:
Nature Exploration
- Going on nature scavenger hunts and making nature collages
- Painting with natural materials like leaves, flowers, etc.
- Exploring different textures found in nature
- Planting seeds and observing their growth
Physics Concepts
- Experimenting with gravity using ramps, tubes, and toy cars
- Making and playing with balancing toys to learn about center of gravity
- Creating balloon rockets to see Newton’s laws of motion
Weather and Water
- Making simple wind chimes and observing wind
- Painting puffy clouds and hunting for rainbows
- Walking water experiment with food coloring
- Rain cloud in a jar with shaving cream and food coloring
Chemistry
- Baking soda and vinegar reactions, adding colors
- Making oobleck (cornstarch and water mixture)
- Mixing colors with milk and soap to see color theory
- Making homemade lava lamps
Biology
- Observing celery stalks absorb colored water
- Watching flowers change color by adding food coloring
- Making edible “butterflies” to learn life cycles
- Using a DIY stethoscope to listen to heartbeat
