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Kiddie Academy Hosts Nationwide STEM Adventures

Kiddie Academy®, a recognized leader in educational child care, is kicking off a series of exciting events designed to spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) among children. With over 175 franchise locations participating across the country, these interactive events will be hosted on select weekends from March to May, 2025, allowing families with children aged 2 to 12 to engage in enriching play-based activities.

What to Expect at the STEM Adventures

The STEM Adventures will feature engaging games and activities that are developmentally appropriate and aimed at enhancing children’s curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. Some of the activities planned include movement-based games such as bowling, art projects utilizing gravity and pendulums, launching construction paper rockets, and creating magnetic racetracks.

Joy Turner, the Vice President of Education at Kiddie Academy, emphasizes the importance of early exposure to STEM, stating, "Many of the outcomes we hope all children enrolled at Kiddie Academy achieve, like critical thinking, curiosity and creative expression, are influenced by STEM learning. Elements of STEM can be found in everything we do throughout our whole lives, which means children benefit from exposure starting at a young age."

Importance of STEM Education

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) has long advocated for the importance of STEM education in laying essential groundwork for children's growth. By focusing on skills such as problem-solving, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, Kiddie Academy aims to prepare children not only for later academic success but for life. The institution's Life Essentials® curriculum is designed specifically to support this developmentally rich learning environment.

How to Participate

Parents and caregivers seeking to enroll their children in this exciting opportunity can find more details and register at Kiddie Academy's official website. Families are encouraged to attend and experience the joy of learning together.

About Kiddie Academy®

Since its establishment in 1981, Kiddie Academy has earned a reputation for providing quality educational child care. Catering to children from 6 weeks to 12 years old, Kiddie Academy offers a variety of programs including full- and part-time care, before- and after-school care, and summer camps. Their proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum is designed to nurture holistic development in children, making education an enjoyable journey.

Furthermore, they engage in philanthropic efforts to support families in need, contributing to courses beyond the confines of their educational settings. Kiddie Academy's commitment to quality education has also been recognized by various accrediting bodies, including Cognia, underscoring its dedication to high standards in early childhood education.

With over 340 Academies across 40 states and Washington, D.C., serving nearly 40,000 children, Kiddie Academy continues to expand its reach and impact in the community. The engagement of families in activities like STEM Adventures plays a crucial role in promoting learning and personal growth in young children, making it an essential experience for all participants.

For more information, updates, and engaging content, parents are encouraged to visit the Kiddie Academy website and follow their social media channels.