The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5. Each session includes:
Little engineers will learn science and math concepts as they design and create solutions to problems connected to the story or their everyday lives.
Storybook STEM is held on the first and third weeks of the month. Sessions are 45 minutes long. It's held most Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m. Registration is required.
Cost for individual classes is $10 for member children and $12 for non-member children. Adults do not need a ticket.
Visit slsc.org or call 314-289-4424 to register.
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