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  1. Music Sprouts with Junko: Fall 2026

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    Thursday, October 1 @ 1:30 pm – 2:15 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 1–Nov 19, 1:30-2:15 PM.

    Price: $40 for 8 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

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  2. Scratch Programming Class

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    Fall 2026 Session

    Sunday, September 20 @ 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 11-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 ccummins@madisonchildrensmuseum for information on scholarships and laptops.

    Class dates: Sundays, Sep 20–Dec 6, 2:30-3:30 pm. (No class Nov 29 due to Thanksgiving)

    Be sure to read our refund and cancellation policy.

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  3. Li’l Music with Junko: Free session

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    Thursday, January 22 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 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, Jan 29–Mar 7, 11–11:30 AM, plus a free session on Jan 22.

    Price: $30 for 6 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.

    Register Now

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  4. Music Sprouts with Junko: Free session

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    Thursday, January 22 @ 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, Jan 29–Mar 7, 1:30-2:00 PM, plus a free session on Jan 22.

    Price: $30 for 6 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

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  5. Li’l Music with Junko: Winter 2026

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    Thursday, January 29 @ 11:00 am – 11:30 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, Jan 29–Mar 5, 11–11:30 AM, plus a free session on Jan 22.

    Price: $30 for 6 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.

    Register Now

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  6. Music Sprouts with Junko: Winter 2026

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    Thursday, January 29 @ 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, Jan 29–Mar 7, 1:30-2:00 PM, plus a free session on Jan 22.

    Price: $30 for 6 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

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  7. Scratch Programming Class

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    Spring 2026 Session

    Sunday, February 8 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm CST

    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, Feb 8–Apr 26, 2:30-3:30 pm. (No class Mar 29 or Apr 5 due to UW spring break)

    Be sure to read our refund and cancellation policy.

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  8. Super Friends Club: Spring 2026

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    Thursday, April 2 @ 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: 9-week class on Thursdays, April 2–May 28.

    Price: $45 class fee (does not include museum admission—consider a membership).

    Register Now

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  9. Super Friends Club: Winter 2026

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    Thursday, January 22 @ 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: 9-week class on Thursdays, January 22–March 19.

    Price: $45 class fee (does not include museum admission—consider a membership).

    Register Now

    Be sure to read our cancellation and refund policies.

  10. Music Sprouts with Junko: Registered Class

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    October 16, 2025 @ 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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