The Prairie Kids’ Club is a youth-based science club with a fun and engaging interactive program with hands-on experience bridging together theory and practice, focusing on the real-world applications in STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, Math), exploring chemistry, biology, earth science, robotics, and fostering discovery through expert-led sessions, often covering diverse fields like Native American culture, anthropology, sustainability, and local history, paleontology, and technology, to build confidence and curiosity in future scientists.
We welcome children 10 years old and up.
Key Benefits for Middle Schoolers
- Builds Confidence: A supportive space to try new things and develop self-confidence.
- Sparks Curiosity: Encourages observation, questioning, and discovery through exploration.
- Provides Role Models: Offers access to University of South Dakota scientists and community STEM professionals.
- Complements School: Bridges the gap between classroom theory and practical application.
In essence, it’s about making science accessible, fun, and relevant, turning curious kids into budding innovators and critical thinkers through direct experience.
We will meet at the W.H.Over Museum on Saturdays, 1-3 pm, twice a month
At our first meeting on January 17th, 2026, we will discuss the club with kids and parents, solve our first “History Mystery”, have a tour of the W.H.Over Museum, and work on the Club’s logo.
Jan 31st: Old Technology: – with W.H.Over Museum collections manager Tami Plank
Feb 14th: Chemistry (Liquid nitrogen) with Dr. George Schoendorff
Feb 28th: Statistics and math with Dave Moen
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