Professional Development
Overview | Workshop Topics | Reservations
Kohl Children’s Museum’s professional development is designed for teachers, caregivers, parents, and other adults who interact with children between the ages of birth through 8. In-services can be tailored to meet your specific needs. These are offered both on-site and at the Museum.
Workshop Topics
- Animal Adaptations/Habitats
- Connecting Literature to Real‑Life Experiences
- Creating Art with Recyclables
- Encouraging Young Artists through Process Art
- Everyone’s a Music Maker
- Exploring the Properties of Water
- The Importance of Play in Children’s Learning
- Science For Everyone
Reservations
Contact the Kohl Children’s Museum Education Department at (847) 832‑6871 for fees and further information regarding Professional Development Training Topics or to customize one of your own.
All in-services are aligned with the Illinois State Learning Standards and NAEYC Early Learning Standards and involve hands-on exploration and small and whole group discussion.

