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  1. Music Sprouts with Junko: Registered Class

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    Thursday, October 16 @ 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm

    Music and movement for preschoolers!

    Is your 3–5 year old ready to jam? Join Junko for a dynamic weekly class designed especially for preschool-aged kids.

    In this class, your child will experience storytelling through songs and actions, practice responding to what they hear, and discover how their body naturally reacts to music. Over the weeks, they’ll begin to develop body control through large movements such as hopping and stopping on cue. They’ll practice using their singing voices and sharpen their listening skills through ear training and call-and-response. As they learn to feel the beat in their bodies, they’ll also explore instruments like hand drums and rhythm sticks.

    Caregivers must stay on site and may relax in the cafe during the session, or enjoy the museum with siblings.

    Music Sprouts is a joyful journey into rhythm, movement, and self-expression guided by Junko Yamauchi Stewart, a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Dates: Thursdays, Oct 16–Dec 18, 1:30-2:00 PM. No class 11/27 (Thanksgiving)

    Price: $45 for 9 sessions

    For Ages: 3-5

    Class fee does not include museum admission (required—free for members; non-members see admission prices and/or membership rates). If the class has sold out, you can join the waitlist.

    Register Now

    See also: Li’l Music (for ages 0-2): Section A, Section B

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  2. Li’l Music with Junko: Registered Class, Section B: CLOSED

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    Thursday, October 16 @ 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

    Get moving and grooving with your li’l one!

    Do you have a dancing baby? Discover Junko’s weekly music class where babies and toddlers can explore their natural love of rhythm. Together, you and your tiny dancer will bounce, sway, and rock with the music while learning simple rhythm patterns. They’ll build critical social skills over the weeks as they interact with new faces and watch the other babies in the room, and strengthen their bond with you through lap songs and movement activities.

    It’s a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement!

    Class leader Junko Yamauchi Stewart is a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Dates: Thursdays, Oct 16–Dec 18, 11:30–12:00 PM. No class 11/27 (Thanksgiving)

    Price: $45 for 9 sessions

    For Ages: 0-2

    Class fee does not include museum admission (required—free for members; non-members see admission prices and/or membership rates). If the class has sold out, you can join the waitlist.

    Join Waitlist

    See also: Music Sprouts (for ages 3-5); Li’l Music Section A

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  3. Li’l Music with Junko: Registered Class, Section A: SOLD OUT

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    Thursday, October 16 @ 10:45 am – 11:15 am

    Get moving and grooving with your li’l one!

    Do you have a dancing baby? Discover Junko’s weekly music class where babies and toddlers can explore their natural love of rhythm. Together, you and your tiny dancer will bounce, sway, and rock with the music while learning simple rhythm patterns. They’ll build critical social skills over the weeks as they interact with new faces and watch the other babies in the room, and strengthen their bond with you through lap songs and movement activities.

    It’s a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement!

    Class leader Junko Yamauchi Stewart is a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Dates: Thursdays, Oct 16–Dec 18, 10:45–11:15 AM. No class 11/27 (Thanksgiving)

    Price: $45 for 9 sessions

    For Ages: 0-2

    Class fee does not include museum admission (required—free for members; non-members see admission prices and/or membership rates). If the class has sold out, you can join the waitlist.

    Join Waitlist

    See also: Music Sprouts (for ages 3-5); Li’l Music Section B

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  4. Super Friends Club: Fall 2025

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    Thursday, September 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    Drop-off class for preschoolers on Thursdays

    Come to the museum and practice being a super friend! Super Friends Club offers a preschool-style group experience within the museum.

    Speaking to new people, taking turns, and making friends are new skills for 3 and 4-year-olds. Led by Heather, MCM’s research and family learning manager, Super Friends Club gives kids a chance to practice these critical skills. Each week we’ll do an activity and play cooperatively in the museum.

    Caregivers can relax in the cafe while the Super Friends are playing, or enjoy the museum’s exhibits with a younger or older sibling.

    Best for ages 3 and 4, and potty-trained.

    Dates: 12-week class, September 18-December 11 (NO CLASS November 27).

    Price: $60 class fee (does not include museum admission—consider a membership).

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    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  5. Scratch Programming Class

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    Fall 2025 Session

    Sunday, September 21 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm CDT

    Exercise your creativity and have fun learning computer programming!

    Class participants will learn computer programming fundamentals while making their own interactive art, animated stories, or games using Scratch, a programming language specially designed for teaching. For kids aged 9–13 interested in problem-solving/figuring out how to do stuff—no prior programming experience necessary.

    Parents may accompany their child to the class or stay in the building to visit exhibits with a younger sibling. Learn more about Scratch.

    This class is taught by UW Service Learning students from the Computer Sciences department.

    Fee: $80 for the 10-session class; MCM members receive 10% off. Fee includes museum admission for the participant child, plus a parent or guardian, and up to one younger non-participant sibling.

    Supplies: Children must supply their own laptop, chromebook, or tablet to work on. (Unfortunately, a phone is too small.)

    MCM laptops and class scholarships are available for students who need them—please email kkarlen@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops.

    Class dates: Sundays, Sep 21–Nov 23, 2:30-3:30 pm

    Be sure to read our refund and cancellation policy.

    Register for Scratch

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  6. Super Friends Club: Summer 2025

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    Thursday, June 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

    Drop-off class for preschoolers on Thursdays

    Come to the museum and practice becoming a Super Friend! Speaking to new people, taking turns, and making friends are new skills for 3 and 4-year-olds. Super Friends Club offers a preschool-style group experience within the museum. Guided by MCM’s early education team, Super Friends Club gives kids a chance to practice critical social skills and cooperative play with new activities each week.

    While the Super Friends are playing, caregivers can relax in MCM’s cafe or explore the exhibits with your Super Friend’s sibling. Best for ages 3–4 and potty-trained. This class requires online registration. The Super Friends class fee does not include base museum admission.

    Dates: June 26–August 7

    Registration will continue until all spots in the class are full.

    Price: $35 for 7 sessions

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    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  7. Camp Kindergarten 2025

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    Monday, August 18 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

    Camp Kindergarten is designed to playfully foster social and behavioral skills useful for school readiness in children preparing to start kindergarten in the fall.

    Kids will get to run like a gerbil, create like an artist, and think like a scientist, all while practicing important social skills. Each morning begins with free play time. Making new friends and playing together will help campers practice important Kindergarten skills, like turn-taking and standing in line, and will encourage kindness and confidence.

    Led by Heather Davis, MCM Family Learning and Research Manager, this popular program helps children develop social emotional skills as they prepare to start the school year.  

    Price & Logistics

    $100 per child, MCM member discount is 10%
    This four-day camp runs Monday, Aug 18 through Thursday, Aug 21
    Campers may pack a snack. All activities will take place on site at MCM.

    Register Now

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  8. Music Sprouts with Junko: Spring 2025

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    Thursday, April 10 @ 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm

    Music and movement for preschoolers!

    Is your 3–5 year old ready to jam? Join Junko for a dynamic 8-week registered class designed especially for preschool-aged kids.

    In this class, your child will experience storytelling through songs and actions, practice responding to what they hear, and discover how their body naturally reacts to music. They’ll begin to develop body control through large movements such as hopping and stopping on cue. They’ll practice using their singing voices and sharpen their listening skills through ear training and call-and-response. As they learn to feel the beat in their bodies, they’ll also explore instruments like hand drums and rhythm sticks.

    Caregivers must stay onsite and may relax in the cafe during the session, or enjoy the museum with siblings.

    Music Sprouts is a joyful journey into rhythm, movement, and self-expression guided by Junko Yamauchi Stewart, a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Class fee does not include required museum admission (free for members; non-members see admission prices and/or membership rates). If the class has sold out, you can join the waitlist.

    Dates:  Apr 10–Jun 5 (no class May 15.)

    Registration will continue until all spots in the class are full.

    Price: $40 for 8 sessions

    Register Now

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  9. Li’l Music with Junko: Spring 2025, Section B [SOLD OUT]

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    Thursday, April 10 @ 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

    Get moving and grooving with your li’l one!

    Do you have a dancing baby? Discover Junko’s 8-week music class where babies and toddlers can explore their natural love of rhythm. Together, you and your tiny dancer will bounce, sway, and rock with the music while learning simple rhythm patterns. They’ll build critical social skills as they interact with new faces and watch the other babies in the room, and strengthen their bond with you through lap songs and movement activities. Recommended for ages 0–2 yrs.

    It’s a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement!

    Class leader Junko Yamauchi Stewart is a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Dates: Apr 10–Jun 5 (no class May 15)

    Price: $40 for 8 sessions

    SOLD OUT: Join Waitlist

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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  10. Li’l Music with Junko: Spring 2025, Section A [SOLD OUT]

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    Thursday, April 10 @ 10:45 am – 11:15 am

    Get moving and grooving with your li’l one!

    Do you have a dancing baby? Discover Junko’s 8-week music class where babies and toddlers can explore their natural love of rhythm. Together, you and your tiny dancer will bounce, sway, and rock with the music while learning simple rhythm patterns. They’ll build critical social skills as they interact with new faces and watch the other babies in the room, and strengthen their bond with you through lap songs and movement activities.

    It’s a wonderful way to get out of the house and connect with your child through music and movement!

    Class leader Junko Yamauchi Stewart is a multitalented musician and educator, and founder of BENI Daiko Taiko Ensemble.

    Dates: Apr 10–Jun 5 (no class May 15)

    Price: $40 for 8 sessions

    SOLD OUT: Join Waitlist

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

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