Curiosity Quest: Interactive Science Exploration for 3rd-5th Graders

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 2:05–3:35 PM

Location: Pathfinders Learning Lab (217 North 10th Street, Santa Paula, CA)

Program Description

Curiosity Quest: Interactive Science Exploration for 3rd-5th Graders (345 Integrated Science Curriculum: YEAR FOUR - SPRING)

Continue the journey of discovery with the Spring Semester of Curiosity Quest! Building on the foundational topics explored during the fall, this program takes young scientists in 3rd to 5th grade further into the exciting world of physical, life, and earth sciences, as well as engineering and technology.

With new, dynamic lessons and deeper dives into concepts introduced in the fall, the 15-session spring program emphasizes hands-on experiments, field observations, and creative projects. Students will expand their understanding of critical scientific principles while engaging in fresh challenges that connect science to the world around them.

In the spring semester, students will:

Explore new concepts in forces, motion, and energy transfer.
Investigate ecosystems, weather patterns, and adaptations in greater depth.
Tackle exciting engineering challenges like designing circuits and energy-efficient structures.

Guided by experienced educators, Curiosity Quest continues to nurture critical thinking, creativity, and a love for STEM. This continuation of the fall semester ensures that students build on what they’ve learned while discovering even more about how science shapes their everyday lives.

To view the full course outline, visit: Course Outline Docum ent.

Spring Semester Highlights

Physical Science

Forces and Motion: Hands-on experiments with simple machines and friction, building on Newton’s Laws of Motion.
Energy Transfer: Expanding on fall lessons with heat, light, and electrical energy investigations.

Life Science

Adaptations: A deeper exploration of how organisms survive, with creative adaptation projects.
Ecosystem Dynamics: Building mini-ecosystems and analyzing human impact on biodiversity.

Earth/Space Science

Earth's Atmosphere: Revisiting atmospheric layers while adding new experiments on the greenhouse effect.
Weather Patterns and Climate Zones: Delving into how weather and climate influence ecosystems.

Engineering & Technology

Electricity and Circuits: Building on fall foundations with more advanced circuit experiments.
Energy Conservation: Introducing renewable energy projects and sustainability concepts.

Join us this spring as we continue the adventure, building on the exciting discoveries from the fall and diving even deeper into the fascinating world of science and engineering!

3-4-5 Integrated Science (2:05-3:30)