Free Learning Series, “Little Kids, Big World,” Featured at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

BISMARCK, N.D. – Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free interactive learning series “Little Kids, Big World” at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

"Little Kids, Big World" classes are offered in a large public space with social distancing considerations. Each child is provided with their own supplies. The programs are Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m., unless noted otherwise. Children and their parents or guardians are asked to meet at the east entrance information desk.

Oct. 2 "Pumpkin Faces." It’s pumpkin season! Listen to a pumpkin story, and make your own pumpkin face.

Oct. 9 "What's an Archive?" Learn about the role of the State Archives, and create a family tree.

Oct. 23 "Leaf Printing." 2:30 and 3 p.m. Did you know that you can create prints using nature? See examples of printing done in the past, and make your own leaf printing.

Oct. 30 "Halloween Fun!" Join us as we view costumes from the past and have fun putting together a Halloween craft. You are welcome to wear your own costume!

Follow us on Facebook for upcoming dates and topics. "Little Kids, Big World" is led by Sarah Fox, who has teaching endorsements in STEM 1-8, middle school 5-8, and kindergarten, and has taught for more than 10 years.

For more information, contact Erik Holland, curator of education, at 701.328.2792. For a listing of programs sponsored by the State Historical Society of North Dakota, go to history.nd.gov/events.

Free Learning Series “Little Kids, Big World” Featured at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum