Tinkering for Tots
Preschool Program
Special Event at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
- October 2023-May 2024
- Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Little learners get hands on, minds on at Tinkering for Tots: A program designed for curious preschoolers to develop an innovative mindset and make connections through storytelling, play, artifact exploration and a take-home STEAM activity kit.
Tinkering for Tots explorations and activities are based on The Henry Ford’s innovation learning framework, Model i. Your little learner will build an innovative mindset by exploring new ideas, overcoming challenges and working with others.
Tinkering for Tots activities combine a number of national standards for preschool curriculum as defined by the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning, and the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
All learning resources are available in English, Spanish and Arabic.
October 10, 2023
Habit: What are we learning?
- Stay Curious
Story: What are we reading?
- Amara’s Farm by JaNay Brown-Wood
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- 1975 Sperry-New Holland Combine
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
November 14, 2023
Habit: What are we learning?
- Collaborate
Story: What are we reading?
- Lia & Luis, Who Has More? by Ana Crespo
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Mathematica
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
December 12, 2023
Habit: What are we learning?
- Be Empathetic
Story: What are we reading?
- Let's Celebrate by Kate DePalma
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Light and Joy in the Holiday Season Pop-Up
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
January 9, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Learn from Failure
Story: What are we reading?
- The Magical Yet by Angela DiTerlizzi
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Studio Glass
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
February 13, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Challenge the Rules
Story: What are we reading?
- Every Little Letter by Deborah Underwood
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Rosa Parks Bus
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
March 12, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Be Empathetic
Story: What are we reading?
- The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Ford Taurus
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
April 9, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Take Risks
Story: What are we reading?
- We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Woodsy Owl
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
May 14, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Stay Curious
Story: What are we reading?
- Wheels by Sally Sutton
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- 1927 Blue Bird School Bus
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
Members Visit Free
Become a member for free admission to Tinkering for Tots, plus free admission to the museum and village all year long. Not a member yet? Learn more or join today.
Ticket Prices
Parking is $9 per vehicle for nonmembers, free for members.Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
| Member | Nonmember | |
|---|---|---|
| Senior (62+) | Free | $28.75 |
| General Admission (12-61) | Free | $32.00 |
| Youth (5-11) | Free | $24.00 |
| Children (4 & Under) | Free | Free |
* Seasonal pricing will be in effect throughout the year. The pricing chart reflects the online discount price. There is an additional charge per ticket for purchases made onsite.
