Learn, create, grow, and thrive at Thanksgiving Point’s youth and teen programs! Our courses provide students with the opportunity to develop and practice skills that interest them outside of the classroom. These courses will help prepare students for the future and help strengthen their social and cognitive muscles.
In the Field
FOR KIDS AGES 8-11
October 6, 2023
If you’re looking for a way to take your kids’ learning outdoors, we have just the thing! Our “In the Field” program is held in beautiful American Fork Canyon and includes a guided nature hike plus lessons on ecology, scientific observation, and poetry. It will be an exciting way to get some hands-on experience with science and art! The program is open to all students ages 8-11.
JUNIOR MASTER GARDENER CLUB
FOR KIDS AGES 8-12
Junior Master Gardener is an exciting way to introduce kids ages 8 to 12 years old to the wonderful world of gardening. Our age-appropriate curriculum will teach students essential gardening skills such as planting, soil care, and harvesting. Plus, they’ll have fun while doing it! Bring out the green thumb in your child and give them a lifelong love of gardening with Junior Master Gardener.
For further questions email education@thanksgivingpoint.org
GROWING LEADERS
For teens ages 13-17
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Growing Leaders, a volunteer program for teens aged 13 to 17, teaches leadership skills through service. Growing Leaders engage with the community by volunteering at events, summer camps, and more! Through trainings and monthly meetings, teens collaborate and make connections with other volunteers.
Join us on March 23rd for our 2023 kick-off!
For further questions email education@thanksgivingpoint.org
MAKER PROGRAM
FOR AGES 9-18
The Thanksgiving Point Makerspace at the Museum of Natural Curiosity is a place where students explore their ability to create, invent, and innovate using a vast array of tools and materials.
We offer courses in-person for My Tech High.
- Makerspace Junior (Grade Level 4-5 or ages 9-10)
- Makerspace Foundations (grade level 6-8 or ages 11-13)
- Makerspace Advanced (grade level 9-12 or ages 14-18)
For more information on My Tech High visit www.mytechhigh.com.
STEAM DAYS
FOR HOMESCHOOLERS
Expand their learning outside of the home! Join other homeschoolers for these interactive STEAM-based classes, available for grades 1-6. Children will learn in a collaborative environment from trained educators in Thanksgiving Point venues and connect STEAM to their at-home learning.
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