Fridays, September 13, 2024–May 9, 2025
Acorn Academy’s Earth Explorers Science Enrichment Program 2024–2025
Preschoolers learn about microscopic life, bio-luminescence, and life underground over the fall and spring semesters.
Thursdays, September 12–October 3, 2024
Catch a Crook
Learn how forensic science helps to solve the mystery of who-dun-it.
Tuesdays, September 10–October 1, 2024
Monster Menagerie
Using real specimens and models, explore the evidence supporting or refuting the existence of bizarre beasts such as Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster.
Mondays or Thursdays, September 9, 2024 – May 12, 2025
Cross Roads Preschool’s Earth Explorers Science Enrichment Program 2024–2025
Preschoolers learn about microscopic life, bio-luminescence, and life underground over the fall and spring semesters.
Camouflaged Critters
Kids will learn about animals that blend in with their surroundings through games, crafts, and outdoor activities.
Dino Wars
Hands-on paleontology exploration at the Fairview Lafayette Pavilion in South Fayette
Chemistry Chaos @ Acorn Academy
Have you ever wanted to perform your own science experiments? Here’s your chance! We’ll explore chemistry and physics in a very hands-on (MESSY!) way.
Abracadabra: Secrets & Science of Magic
Explore the history and mystery of magic tricks and tricksters. From alchemy to escape artists learn how impossible illusions are possibly accomplished, using sensational science and marvelous math.
The Tudors, Too
Queen Elizabeth I of England has been described as fragile and fierce, majestic and manipulative, vain and veined. How did this daughter of Henry VIII go from disowned, disinherited, and imprisoned to becoming Gloriana, the most regal ruling royal of all?
Phenomenal Physics
In this search through science, we will examine and explain “Now, how did that happen?” By performing hands-on activities, we will learn about light and flight.
The Human Machine
Using physical tests, experiments, and demonstrations, we’ll learn about the fascinating functions and abilities of the body, including super-human strength and endurance.
