Discovery Friday at The Learning Nest – Where Curiosity Takes Flight

At The Learning Nest Preschool, our Discovery Friday program has been full of exploration, creativity, and hands-on fun! Each Friday, our curious 4–5-year-olds dive into interactive science and sensory experiences guided by Mrs. Hudson, our lead teacher, and Mrs. Kauffman, her assistant. Together, they create a joyful environment where learning truly comes alive.

So far this year, our young scientists have explored the wonders of fall with our Pumpkin Playdough activity. The children got their hands messy mixing, molding, and smelling their freshly made dough while learning about the life cycle of a pumpkin—from tiny seed to a bright orange pumpkin ready for harvest.

In our Apple Science Unit, the children investigated apples in a whole new way! They enjoyed weighing their apples, comparing sizes, and experimenting with surface tension using water, orange juice, and milk. Their favorite part? Blowing bubbles from inside their apples and watching how each liquid behaved differently.

In our All About Caves unit, we journeyed deep underground to learn how stalagmites and stalactites are formed. The children were fascinated by the creatures that live in caves and even designed their very own cave creations, complete with bats, glittering rock walls, and hidden corners to explore.

Our Hocus Pocus Halloween Fun unit on October 31 was full of spooky excitement and discovery. With Mrs. Kauffman, the children brewed up magic potions and made rice dance during a bubbling science experiment. With Mrs. Hudson, they got to experience a Plasma Ball for the very first time, watching energy move and light up inside. To top off the day, we dissolved creepy monster eggs to reveal surprises like eyeballs and flies inside!

Discovery Friday is one of the most exciting parts of our week at The Learning Nest. Each session encourages curiosity, builds confidence, and helps our children see the magic in everyday science. From sensory play to mini experiments, every Friday brings a new adventure and a new reason to love learning.

Discovery Friday meets every Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and we still have a few spots available in this program. If you’d like your child to experience the joy of discovery and hands-on learning, contact The Learning Nest Preschool today to learn more or reserve your spot!