Tinkering for Tots
Preschool Program
Special Event at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation®
- October 2024-May 2025
- Time: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Second Tuesday of each month
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 8, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Stay Curious
Story: What are we reading?
- The Girl With Big, Big Questions by Britney Winn Lee
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- The Warrior
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
November 12, 2024
Habit: What are we learning?
- Collaborate
Story: What are we reading?
- Melia and Jo by Billy Aronson
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Eames Chair
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
December 10, 2024
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 14, 2025
Habit: What are we learning?
- Learn from Failure
Story: What are we reading?
- The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Dymaxion House
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
February 11, 2025
Habit: What are we learning?
- Challenge the Rules
Story: What are we reading?
- My Voice Is a Trumpet by Jimmie Allen
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Martin Luther King Jr. Pop-Up
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
March 11, 2025
Habit: What are we learning?
- Take Risks
Story: What are we reading?
- What Do You Do With a Chance? by Kobi Yamada
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Wright Flyer Replica
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
April 8, 2025
Habit: What are we learning?
- Be Empathetic
Story: What are we reading?
- When We Are Kind by Monique Gray Smith
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- Silent Spring by Rachel Carson
PDF (SPA) | PDF (AR)
May 13, 2025
Habit: What are we learning?
- Stay Curious
Story: What are we reading?
- Miguel's Community Garden by JaNay Brown-Wood
Artifact of the day: Where are we going?
- George Washington Carver's Microscope
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 | $30.50 |
| General Admission (12-61) | Free | $34.00 |
| Youth (5-11) | Free | $25.50 |
| 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 on-site.
