Manhattan, Kan. – The Flint Hills Discovery Center will offer programs for preschool-aged children this spring.
For children three to five years of age, Preschoolers in the Flint Hills provides an hour of learning and play. On select Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30 AM, children engage in sessions including a story time, snack and themed craft or activity. Pre-registration is required. This program is $7 dollars for FHDC members and $9 for non-members. This program will take place on the following dates:
March 6 – Rainforest Safari
April 3 – Water Wonders
April 17 – Tree Treasures
For youth aged two to six years, Tallgrass Tales is a unique program offered on the first Friday of the month at 10:30 AM in the Discovery Center’s atrium. Children listen to a story and then participate in a simple activity designed to connect to the theme of the book. This program is free and registration is not required. This program will take place on the following dates:
March 2 – “What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?” by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page
April 6 – “I See Spring” by Charles Ghigna
May 4 – “What’s Up?” by Mick Manning and Brita Granstrom
June 1 – “The Lorax” by Dr. Suess