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Here is another session on prehistoric creatures, from the eyes of the people who study fossils! If your child loves dinosaurs, then this class is the next step! Tune them into the joy of being a paleontologist! We begin with a class about the tools used to unearth fossils, then a class about the fossils themselves, and wrap up with separate classes about prehistoric reptiles and mammals. You may have seen fossil skin, but have you heard about the fossil fur found in our state? Optional Sunday Fossil hike at Sandia Mountain Center, date TBD.
Class 1 - Be a Paleontologist
Class 2 - Fossil Fandango
Class 3 - Prehistoric Reptiles
Class 4 - Prehistoric Mammals
Class times are: Saturday mornings, 10 a.m. - Noon: September 12, September 26, October 10 & October 24, 2015
This program is also offered:
Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. - Noon September 10, September 24,
October 8, & October 22, 2015
Thursday afternoon, 1 p.m. -3 p.m.: September 10, September 24,
October 8, & October 22, 2015
Friday mornings, 10 a.m. - Noon: September 11, September 25,
October 9, & October 23, 2015
Saturday afternoon, 1 p.m. -3 p.m: September 12, September 26,
October 10, & October 24, 2015
----Look for separate Brown Paper Ticket listings
Prehistoric Preschool is a Museum program for 3- to 5- year-olds and their adult companions to explore natural history topics in a supportive and fun atmosphere. All activities are child-centered, hands-on, and age appropriate. Classes include two hours of crafts, songs, games, puppet shows, investigating specimens from the Museum's collections, Museum visits, and a fun and healthy snack. Registration is pro-rated if you join after the first class starts, please contact for availability.
All class participants must be accompanied by an adult. No more than two children may be registered per adult companion and no more than two adult companions may accompany any one child. Permission for attendance by siblings younger than 3 is made on a case-by-case basis with Early Childhood Educator. Maximum class size is 12 children and their adult companions.
Scholarships are available. To apply go to http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/preschool.html and download the form containing the Scholarship application and instructions. For additional questions please do call 505 841-2882.
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science reserves the right to cancel any event that does not reach a minimum of 6 participants.
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LocationNew Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (View)
1801 Mountain Rd NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
United States
Categories
| Minimum Age: 3 |
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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