ECC young investigator workshop series : sun and moon
Schedule
Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 02:30 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Montessori Gifted Prep | Chicago, IL
About this Event
Program Description for Parents
We are excited to introduce our new workshop series, designed to foster curiosity and collaborative learning within our community.
Program Dates & Structure
This series will be held on the following Sundays from 2:30 pm to 5:30 PM:
January 18
February 15
March 15
April 19
May 17
Ciriculum is modified from NASA Astro camp and age appropriate for 3 to 5 years old.Cost of the program is $50 each section. We suggest your child attend all the five sections.
Our Educational Philosophy: The Young Investigators Approach
At the heart of our program is the “Young Investigators” model, which champions thematic, student-led exploration. Each session revolves around a central theme (e.g., "Light") and branches into interconnected concepts—all carefully aligned with specific teaching standards. We use a “student question web” to facilitate a project-based learning journey, creating a dynamic process where students, teachers, and parents learn together.
A key goal is to empower parents by actively demonstrating how to extend these inquiry-based methods into playful and educational activities at home.We will have a short seminar and discussion section to help parent to understan how to help you child learn at home.
Special Events
Optional Field Trip (March 18): We will visit the Kohl Museum, where specialists will lead children in fun, sensory-based explorations.
Culminating Celebration (May 17): The series concludes with a celebration at the Kohl Children's Museum. A school bus will transport all students and parents. The event will include food and a special exhibition area to showcase our young investigators' interests and discoveries.
Exclusive Completion Benefit
As our special thank you for full participation, each family that completes the program will receive a 3-Year Family Membership to the Kohl Children's Museum (admits up to 6 people) – a value of over $225 per year, or $675 in total.
We believe this series offers a valuable opportunity for families to engage in meaningful, exploratory learning and would be a wonderful addition to our community programming.
Where is it happening?
Montessori Gifted Prep, 4754 North Leavitt Street, Chicago, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 55.20 to USD 268.61
