Events
It is part of our mission to give back to the community that supports our research center. We hope you will join students from Young Minds Research Lab for one of our free interactive learning events! All events are currently being delivered online via Zoom or in social distanced manner due to COVID. Questions can be sent to: youngminds@uncg.edu.
We are also looking for families to help us with our research projects. Help us do science!
New events will be coming in the New Year! Feel free to email us about special offerings of the events below in the meantime.
What grows in North Carolina?
Dates: TBA
Length: 30 minutes
Target ages: 4- to 8-years-old
Description: Interactive session where children learn about plants and ecosystems in North Carolina and how to protect them.
Note: Registration is closed for this event.
What lives in North Carolina?
Dates: TBA
Length: 30 minutes
Target ages: 4- to 8-years-old
Description: Interactive session where children learn about what animals live in North Carolina and how to protect them.
Note: Registration is closed for this event.
Stormy Weather in North Carolina!
Dates: TBA
Length: 30 minutes
Target ages: 4- to 8-years-old
Description: Interactive session where children learn about the crazy weather in North Carolina and the science of meteorology.
Note: Registration is closed for this event.
Educational Resources
We have developed a repository of resources to for you and the children in your life! We will be regularly posting resources. We hope you’ll come back soon.
Offline Learning Activities
Take a break from the virtual world using these fun and educational offline activities!
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Learn about plants, ecosystems, and the life cycle.
Animal Journal
Learn to keep track of the animals you see with a journal.
STEM Birds Nest Challenge
Explore structures and ecosystems in this birds nest challenge.
Windsock
Learn how to make a do it yourself windsock.
Animal Detective
Look for animal clues with this animal detective activity.
Rain Cloud in a Cup
Learn how to make a simulated rain cloud at home.
Online Learning Fun
Struggling with online learning? Explore these tips for learning at home and fun virtual activities.
Help Children Learn at Home
Check out CDC’s tips for helping children learn from home.
The Science of Learning and Teaching at Home
Watch an expert panel from SRCD discuss the science of learning and teaching at home.
Zoo Adventures Online!
Check out the North Carolina Zoo’s EDventure series where children can learn about the zoo from home.
Parenting Information
Explore the science of parenting below!
Track your Child’s Milestones
Review the CDC’s developmental milestones and find out all the amazing skills your child possesses. They also have an app!
Your Child and Their Emotions
Dr. Ana Aznar shares some great strategies for supporting emotional development.
Strategies to Help Resolve Conflict
Read this PBS article to learn new methods for teaching children about conflict resolution.
Coping with Stress during COVID
Watch a panel of child development experts from SRCD discuss strategies for helping families cope with stress during COVID.