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Theme: Chemistry Chaos: This month, Discovery Place Kids is diving into the world of science with the theme “Chemistry Chaos” where curiosity meets chemistry and physics. Through hands on activities, young scientists will unravel the mysteries of matter in all of its forms. From the changing phases of matter to the science of density, and slime, children will have the ability to step into the role of scientists and experiment. Join us for a month full of experiments that will bring science to life!
Special Programs (Daily at 1:30 p.m.)
Join us for fun themed activities during the week all month long.
April 29 — May 5: Chemistry Makes Scents: Chemistry helps us understand the world around us! This week, we will use our sense of smell to discover how differences in molecules shape the scents in our everyday environment. Along with using our sense of smell, kids will be able to make models of molecules, bringing the chemistry behind everyday substances to life!
May 6 — May 12: Phases of Matter: Can one item be a solid, liquid and a gas at the same time? Join us as we explore the fascinating phases of matter as we make Oobleck! This hands-on activity will help you discover how certain materials can be a solid and a liquid, while exploring the broader world of solids, liquids and gases. Let’s see how Oobleck challenges the phases of matter!
May 13 — May 19: Density: Explore the science of density with a fun and color experiment. This week, we will make a rainbow in a jar! Through this activity, kids will experience how liquids with different densities stack on top of each other to create a beautiful rainbow effect.
May 20 — 31: Slime Time: Its Slime Time! Together we will investigate the science of polymers and chemical reactions as we create our own slime! Kids will have the ability to see how molecules interact to form this stretchy substance!
Special Events
May 11: Mother’s Day (self-guided activity)
Make your way to the Art Studio to craft a special Mother’s Day card! Celebrate the amazing moms and caregivers in your life with a handmade card filled with love and creativity.
Monthly Member Hour: You Matter
Date: May 20, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Member Hour
Join us for a fun and empowering program where kids dive into the inspiring book All the Greatness in You by Tameka Fryer Brown, celebrating their unique strengths and potential. After reading, they’ll get creative by making a “Pastabilities” necklace, a fun craft to remind them of the endless possibilities within themselves!
All Month Long
Puppet Show (Wednesday and Saturday at 3:30 p.m.)
May Show: Pangea’s Got Talent: Pangea’s Got Talent is a prehistoric talent show where dinosaurs from all corners of the ancient world showcase their unique skills and abilities! Watch as our favorite dinos display their mind-blowing tricks in this fun-filled, dino-packed extravaganza. Who will win the title of Pangea’s ultimate talent? Tune in to find out!
Science Show (Daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.)
Join us at the Science Lab all month for science experiments.
Story Time (Sunday at 1:30 p.m.)
Join us for story time as we read some of our favorites:
- Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss
- Too Much Slime by Frances Gilbert
- Every Day, Chemistry by Julia Sooy
- Matter: Physical Science for Kids by Andi Diehan
- What Floats in a Moat? By Lynne Berry
Big Fun (Daily at 11:45 & 4:15 p.m.)
Big Fun is where YOU are the star of the show! Children and adults are invited to move and groove to three of our favorite songs. Put your dancing shoes on and join us for this daily dance party!
