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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.

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54 preschool Events Found

Mar 4

Creepy, Crawly Creatures - Preschool STEAM Days

We will take a merry, not scary, look at some of the animals that crawl and creep. We'll watch worms at work, meet a visiting reptile friend, and make a firefly model that glows in the dark. Class 1 (10:30am) is FULL, Class 2 starts at 11:45am.
Air Zoo
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3/4/26
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Mar 4

Preschool STEAM Days | Creepy, Crawly Creatures

We will take a merry, not scary, look at some of the animals that crawl and creep. We'll watch worms at work, meet a visiting reptile friend, and make a firefly model that glows in the dark. Two class options available: Class #1 at 10:30am and Class #2 at 11:45am. Check-in starts 30 minutes before each class. Adult (+1) will check in for program upon arrival.
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center
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3/4/26
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Mar 4

Preschool STEAM Days | Creepy, Crawly Creatures

We will take a merry, not scary, look at some of the animals that crawl and creep. We'll watch worms at work, meet a visiting reptile friend, and make a firefly model that glows in the dark. Two class options available: Class #1 at 10:30am and Class #2 at 11:45am. Check-in starts 30 minutes before each class. Adult (+1) will check in for program upon arrival.
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center
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3/4/26
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Mar 4

Preschool STEAM Days | Creepy, Crawly Creatures

We will take a merry, not scary, look at some of the animals that crawl and creep. We'll watch worms at work, meet a visiting reptile friend, and make a firefly model that glows in the dark. Two class times available: Class #1 at 10:30am and Class #2 at 11:45am. Check-in starts 30 minutes before each class. Adult (+1) will check in for program upon arrival.
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center
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3/4/26
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Mar 4

Partners In Parenting - Preschool Program

Six-week program focusing on encouraging positive parent-child interaction and learning through creative play. Highlights include inspiring children to learn and have fun, participating in hands-on activities related to school readiness skills, and introducing parents to Nevada Pre-Kindergarten standards. For families with children ages 3-5. Additional dates: March 11, 18, 25, and April 1, 2026 at 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
Alexander Library
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3/4/26
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Mar 4

Stay & Play and Learn

Playtime at the library! Immediately following Preschool Storytime there will be playtime in the library for children. They will enjoy playing with educational toys while learning to socialize, share and make new friends. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Long Branch Library
Free
3/4/26
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Mar 5

Preschool Pioneers

Reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences; Preschool Pioneers has it all! A unique program designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers for fun activities with each week focusing on a topic related to the museum's exhibits, and siblings are welcome to attend. Classes fill up fast; we encourage you to arrive a few minutes early as class size is limited to 15 children.
Museum of the Rockies - Redstart Classroom
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3/5/26
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Mar 5

Preschool Pioneers

Reading, singing, movement, and hands-on experiences; Preschool Pioneers has it all! A unique program designed for children aged 3-5 and their caregivers for fun activities with each week focusing on a topic related to the museum's exhibits, and siblings are welcome to attend. Classes fill up fast; we encourage you to arrive a few minutes early as class size is limited to 15 children. Held in the Redstart Classroom.
Museum of the Rockies - Redstart Classroom
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3/5/26
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Mar 10

Transition

Open office hour zoom session focusing on transition topics for early childhood educators in Iowa's Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program.
Virtual
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 11

Preschool: Baby Animals

Learn about cute baby animals! Explore how they grow, what they eat, and where they live through hands-on play with stuffed animals and textured materials. There are two consecutive one-hour sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more kids. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Preschool Program Benefits: Instill an early love for nature, Develop enthusiasm for science and art, Promote early language and literacy skills. Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Preschool may meet in our indoor Classroom or outdoor Children's Garden Pavilion. Come dressed for the weather outside!
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
$17.00 - $17 per...
3/11/26
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Mar 16

Pre-K and K: Color Factory

Step into Color Factory, a playful preschool camp inspired by the ever-changing patterns of kaleidoscopes. Young learners will explore light and color through hands-on discovery, building curiosity and creativity while experimenting with how colors move and mix! Adults must accompany participants.
Putnam Museum
$10.00 - $10/pro...
3/16/26
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Mar 17

Nature Kindy - Term 1 2026 WEDNESDAY 18th March Casual Visit

This six hour program is for those preschool aged children who want to be free to explore and create in a natural wonderland. Utilising loose parts, all of the natural elements as well as learning about tool use and our native flora and fauna, this program meets ALL of the needs of the preschool aged child. Underpinned by the amazing philosophy of TimberNook, friends, fun and freedom. Children will have opportunities to extend their executive functions and social-emotional skills when playing in mud, climbing trees, exploring tools and working a fire. Must be independently toileting. Child to staff ratio is 1:6.
TimberNook Southern Sydney
Casual visit fee
3/17/26
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Mar 19

Superhero Mental Muscles (Preschool Ages 4-5)

Every great superhero needs more than just their special abilities - they need strong mental muscles: focus, impulse control, social awareness and self-regulation. Through games, obstacle courses and team challenges, your hero-in-training will build the cognitive confidence needed to tackle Kindergarten and save the day! During class, parents and caretakers learn about early brain development and behavior with practical strategies they can use at home. Children should wear active shoes. Multiple dates available.
Wake Forest Community House
Free
3/19/26
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Mar 24

Nature Kindy - Term 1 2026 WEDNESDAY 25th March Casual Visit

This six hour program is for preschool aged children who want to explore and create in a natural wonderland. Utilizing loose parts, natural elements, tool use, and learning about native flora and fauna. Program follows TimberNook curriculum supporting enrichment and learning through nature play. Children develop executive functions and social-emotional skills through mud play, tree climbing, tool exploration, and fire work. Must be independently toileting. Child to staff ratio is 1:6. All registrations close at 2pm the business day before.
TimberNook Southern Sydney
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3/24/26
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Mar 31

Nature Kindy - Term 1 2026 WEDNESDAY 1st April Casual Visit

This six hour program is for preschool aged children who want to be free to explore and create in a natural wonderland. Utilising loose parts, all of the natural elements as well as learning about tool use and native flora and fauna. The program follows TimberNook curriculum focusing on unstructured play, executive functions, and social-emotional skills development through nature play. Children must be independently toileting. Child to staff ratio is 1:6. Hours are flexible between 9:30am and 3:30pm for late drop off and early pick ups.
TimberNook Southern Sydney
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3/31/26
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Apr 1

Tiny Ones - Timbernook Kauai "I'm invited to a party" Theme

Tiny Ones is designed for the smallest of our TimberNook adventurers. You and your child will venture outdoors for creative play opportunities that foster healthy child development. Today's theme is "I'm invited to a party" where keiki will have the opportunity to bring a classic book to life in the woods with dress up and kitchen play. 100% outdoor experience, rain or shine. Adult participation required. Ages 1.5-5 years. Bring healthy snack, bug spray/sunscreen, water bottle, change of clothing, appropriate outdoor shoes, and clothes that can get dirty. Location is up Omao road, across the highway from the church. A comprehensive welcome packet will be emailed a few days in advance.
Kauai Bible Church Land - Timbernook Play Area
$15.00 - Per chi...
4/1/26
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Apr 1

Preschool Recycled Art: Tin Foil Name Prints

In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can leave that day with their very own finished projects. Two sessions available: 10:00AM and 11:00AM.
Children's Classroom
$20.00 - $20 per...
4/1/26
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Apr 8

Preschool: Trees are Terrific

Explore the amazing world of trees! Learn about leaves, bark, and branches by making leaf rubbings and feeling bark textures up close. There are two consecutive one-hour sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more kids. Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Preschool may meet in our indoor Classroom or outdoor Children's Garden Pavilion. Come dressed for the weather outside!
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
$17.00 - $17 per...
4/8/26
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Apr 14

Bright SPARKS Preschool Creative Enrichment - Spring Session

Small-group, hands-on, play-based drop-off program for ages 3 1/2 - 5. 12-week Spring Session starts April 14, 2026 (April 13 - June 18), 9:00 AM - 12:00 noon. Screen-free, educational program celebrating Spring themes. Registration opens Jan 15.
St Matthew's Lutheran Church
Free
4/14/26
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Apr 14

Learning Through Play (Part 2)

Open office hour zoom session focusing on learning through play methodologies for early childhood educators in Iowa's Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program. This is part 2 of the series.
Virtual
Free
4/14/26
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Apr 15

Preschool Recycled Art: Pasta Necklace Painting

In this hands-on art class series, students will explore how to create beautiful works of art, using easy-to-find materials. Each session encourages curiosity, imagination, and teaches that art can be created with anything! We will be creating all manner of beautiful things out of items that might normally be thrown away. There are two consecutive 45-minute sessions of this class. The same class is offered twice to accommodate more children. Target Audience: Designed for children aged 2-5 who are interested in learning and implementing new painting techniques and styles, accompanied by a parent or guardian. No prior experience is necessary! Format: Step-by-step instruction. The instructor will craft alongside the class, demonstrating each step of the crafting process, so students can follow along and leave that day with their very own finished projects.
Children's Classroom
$20.00 - $20 per...
4/15/26
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May 5

Preschool: Feathery Friends

Get to know birds and their feathers! Investigate real feathers and nests, and go on a bird-watching adventure. There are two consecutive one-hour sessions of this class (10:00AM and 11:00AM). Designed for ages 2-5 with a parent or guardian. Siblings are welcome to accompany if included on the registration. Location: Please check in with the Gift Shop on arrival. Preschool may meet in indoor Classroom or outdoor Children's Garden Pavilion.
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
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5/5/26
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May 6

Young Engineers - Preschool STEAM Days

This class is the blueprint for fun! Young architects will explore shapes and patterns while constructing a variety of structures. Can your straw, stick, and brick houses stand up to the breath of the Big Bad Wolf? Two classes available: Class 1 (10:30am) and Class 2 (11:45am).
Air Zoo
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5/6/26
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May 6

Preschool STEAM Days | Young Engineers

This class is the blueprint for fun! Young architects will explore shapes and patterns while constructing a variety of structures. Can your straw, stick, and brick houses stand up to the breath of the Big Bad Wolf? Check-in starts 30 minutes before each class. Adult (+1) will check in for program upon arrival. Two class times available: 10:30am and 11:45am.
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center
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5/6/26
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May 12

Collaborating with Community Partners

Open office hour zoom session focusing on collaboration with community partners for early childhood educators in Iowa's Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program.
Virtual
Free
5/12/26
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