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Fall classes will be offered through West Des Moines Parks and Recreation.
Note: You do not have to be a West Des Moines resident to attend classes.
West Des Moines Parks and Recreation
Note: To register for classes through the West Des Moines Parks and Recreation you will first need to create an account.
WDM Parks and Recreation: classes are found under the "Family Programming" and the "Youth Programs" tab.
Sign up for one session or for them all.
Registration Opens: August 5th
Session 1: September 8, 15, 22, & 29
Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
Bring your favorite Squishmallow and get ready for a cuddly, creative adventure through science, technology, engineering, art, and math! In this playful and imaginative class, kids will use their Squishmallows as inspiration and learning buddies as they explore fun hands-o
Session 1: September 8, 15, 22, & 29
Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
Bring your favorite Squishmallow and get ready for a cuddly, creative adventure through science, technology, engineering, art, and math! In this playful and imaginative class, kids will use their Squishmallows as inspiration and learning buddies as they explore fun hands-on STEAM challenges including Squishmallows catapults, designing a home for your Squishmallows, and 3D printing accessories for your squishy friend! Your kids will love exploring STEAM concepts through creativity and lots of squeezable FUN!
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Session 2: October 6, 13, 20 & 27
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
In this not-so-scary STEAM class, we will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with a spooky twist. Students will use creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, and hands-on learning while exploring activities that combine Halloween
Session 2: October 6, 13, 20 & 27
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
In this not-so-scary STEAM class, we will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics with a spooky twist. Students will use creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, and hands-on learning while exploring activities that combine Halloween with STEAM concepts. Students will make glow-in-the-dark slime, create their own bubbling cauldron potions, learn about spiders, code with “Dash the Wizard,” and create web water-color paintings. Experience these STEAM lessons and more during the Spooktacular STEAM class!
Session 3: November 3, 10, 17, 24
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
In this hands-on class, students will dive into the world of engineering by imagining, designing, and building their own creations. Guided by a real-life engineer, participants will explore the Engineering Design Process while tackling fun and challenging activiti
Session 3: November 3, 10, 17, 24
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
In this hands-on class, students will dive into the world of engineering by imagining, designing, and building their own creations. Guided by a real-life engineer, participants will explore the Engineering Design Process while tackling fun and challenging activities like brick and block construction, Minecraft-inspired builds, marble runs, bridge building, cup stacking challenges, and more. Each session is designed to spark creativity, encourage teamwork, and develop problem-solving skills as students test, refine, and share their designs.
Session 4: December 1, 8, 15
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
Mix, measure, and discover the science behind your favorite holiday treats! Young chefs will become kitchen scientists as they explore how ingredients react, rise, and transform through heat and mixing. Kids will learn about chemical reactions, states of matter, and edib
Session 4: December 1, 8, 15
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Ages: 5 to 10 | 5:00 to 6:00pm
Mix, measure, and discover the science behind your favorite holiday treats! Young chefs will become kitchen scientists as they explore how ingredients react, rise, and transform through heat and mixing. Kids will learn about chemical reactions, states of matter, and edible experiments—all while creating sweet, seasonal treats like cookies and holiday chocolates, making learning both educational and deliciously fun.
*Please Note: We will be cooking with foods that may contain common food allergies.
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