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Mobile Learning Adventure
Bringing the Magic of Early Education to Cities Around the Country
Mobile Learning Adventure
Video: About Mobile Learning Tour
The Mobile Learning Adventure (MLA) is a traveling exhibit that provides an opportunity for parents and caregivers to learn about the importance of early childhood education while having fun with their children. The MLA is part of PNC Grow Up Great® – a $500 million, multi-year, bilingual initiative that began in 2004 to help prepare young children for success in school and life.
The educational exhibit allows parents and children to engage in unique, interactive activities — whether visiting a learning kiosk, imagining the future, or exploring the difference between a need versus a want. It's a great way to discover how everyday moments are learning opportunities.
The educational materials within the MLA are appropriate for children from age 2 to age 5.
Upcoming Events
The Mobile Learning Adventure attracts participants at community events to the cheerful, engaging setups, either outdoors under bright orange tents branded with PNC Grow Up Great or indoors with activities located within the space. Each season, multiple tour vehicles and their staff serve PNC markets through visits to community events and festivals. The exhibits travel from spring through autumn.
Market |
Event Name |
Dates |
Event Times |
Event Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IN – Northern Indiana | Learn with Lakeshore Day | July 21st | 12pm – 4pm | Bellaboos Play and Discovery Center 2800 Colorado St Lake Station, IN 46405 |
| WA – Washington State / Seattle | Chocolate Sundays – Be’er Sheva Park | July 21st | 1pm – 7pm | Be’er Sheva Park 8650 55th Ave S Seattle, WA 98118 |
| WA – Washington State / Seattle | BAM Kids Fair at Bellevue Arts Museum | July 26th – 28th | 11am – 5pm | Bellevue Arts Museum 510 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004 |
| OH – Toledo | Toledo Zoo – Be My Neighbor Day | July 29th | 10am – 3pm | Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way Toledo, OH 43609 |
| OH – Toledo | Toledo Jeep Fest | August 3rd – 4th | 10am – 5pm Saturday 9:30am – 3pm Sunday |
Imagination Station 1 Discovery Way Toledo, OH 43604 |
| CO – Denver | Denver Public Schools Day – Pascual Ledoux Academy | August 7th | 1:30pm – 7pm | Pascual LeDoux Academy 1055 S. Hazel Ct Denver, CO 80219 |
| PA – Northwest | Warren County Fair | August 9th | 12 pm – 6pm | Warren County Fair 371 Barton Run Rd Pittsfield, PA 16340 |
| CO – Denver | Children’s Museum of Denver | August 9th – 10th | 10am – 3pm | Children’s Museum of Denver 2121 Children’s Museum Dr Denver, CO 80211 |
| PA – Northwest |
Titusville Oil Festival | August 10th | 11:30am – 5:00pm | Titusville Oil Festival 202 W Central Ave Titusville, PA 16354 |
| PA – Northwest | Celebrate Erie | August 16th – 18th | 11am – 7pm | East Perry Square 571 State Street Erie PA 16501 |
| MN – Minneapolis/St. Paul | Minnesota Children’s Museum |
August 22nd – 23rd | 9am – 4pm | Minnesota Children's Museum 10 7th St W St. Paul, MN 55102 |
| OH – Youngstown | Panerathon | August 24th – 25th | 12pm – 3pm 8/24 8:30am – 12pm 8/25 |
Covelli Centre 229 E Front St Youngstown, OH 44503 |
| MN – Minneapolis/St. Paul | Science Museum of Minnesota | August 24th – 25th | 10am – 3pm | Science Museum of Minnesota 120 Kellogg Blvd St Paul, MN 55102 |
| WI – Milwaukee | Discovery World | August 29th – 30th | 9am – 3pm | Discovery World 500 N Harbor Dr Milwaukee, WI 53202 |
| IN - Indianapolis | Indiana State Museum | August 31st | 9:30am – 4:00pm | Indiana State Museum 650 W Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 |
| WI – Milwaukee | Betty Brinn Children’s Museum | August 31st – September 1st | 9am – 3pm | Betty Brinn Children’s Museum 929 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53202 |
| PA – SWPA/Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh Zoo | September 6th | 9am – 3pm | Pittsburgh Zoo 7370 Baker Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206 |
| MO – St. Louis | Taste of Black STL | September 13th – 15th | 12pm – 7pm | Kaufmann Park 1211 Chestnut Street St. Louis, MO 63101 |
| MO – St. Louis | Great Forest Balloon Race | September 20th – 21st | 4:00pm – 9:15pm 9/20 1pm – 6pm 9/21 |
Forest Park Emerson Central Field 5265 Wells Drive St. Louis, MO 63110 |
| IL – Central | Peoria Riverfront Museum – Jim Henson Exhibit Opening | September 28th – 29th | 10am – 5pm 9/28 12pm – 5pm 9/29 |
Peoria Riverfront Museum 222 SW Washington St Peoria, IL 61602 |
| KY – Louisville | Be My Neighbor Day | September 29th | 9am – 6pm | E.P. Tom Sawyer Park 3000 Freys Hill Rd Louisville, KY 40241 |
| KY – Louisville | Louisville Zoo – Boo at the Zoo | October 3rd – 6th | 5pm – 10pm | Louisville Zoo 1100 Trevilian Way Louisville, KY 40213 |
Passport Booklet Features
At the beginning of the adventure, families receive a Passport Booklet that guides them on a journey to activity stations (see below) and upon completing each activity, children receive an achievement badge sticker for their passport.
- Making Choices Disc Run
This activity helps parents and caregivers teach children about “wants” vs. “needs” as a foundation for making good financial choices.
- When I Grow Up Photo Station
Children select the profession of their choice for a photo opportunity. Career choices include astronaut, athlete, ballerina, chef, doctor, firefighter, pilot, scientist, member of the military and more!
Following the activity, families receive the photo and a frame – along with an opportunity to request a digital photo.
- Paper Hat Occupation Station
Children select and decorate a paper hat that corresponds with the various professions.
- Story Telling Tree
This station encourage dialogue between the parent and child as the child will answer the following prompt by writing on a leaf and attaching it to the tree: “When I grow up, I want to be (blank) because (blank).”
- Educational Resources for Families & Caregivers
At the conclusion of the adventure, parents and caregivers receive free educational resources and a PNC Grow Up Great reusable tote bag.
Meet Our Tour Managers
Hear anecdotes from our tour managers, who are creating fun and immersive experiences for children across the U.S.
Freddy B. | Crystal Lake, IL
"I believe that as children think in their heart, so they are. What they learn now about themselves and the world around them they take with them for the rest of their lives. It's a great responsibility and an opportunity to encourage and edify children and their families. Although our experience is brief, the impact we make has the potential to go a long way."
Liz B. | Johnson Creek, WI
It’s been almost 10 years working with the PNC Grow Up Great team and I can’t believe how much good I’ve seen it bring to the communities. What a gift to see families all over the U.S. supported for giving their kids the tools and experiences to succeed!
Aly S. | Battle Creek, MI
I love that you can see the passion PNC Grow Up Great has for their communities and for the children through the MLA. I’m happy I get to be a part of that.
Matt S. | Louisville, KY
There is no “catch” when you visit the Mobile Learning Adventure. There is no hidden agenda. We are here to make the lives of those we interact with better.
Dennis G. | Toronto, Canada
The feeling that I can leave a positive and exciting impression on a young child’s mind at the Mobile Learning Adventure is amazing! To see that glimpse of happiness in their smile is a reward in itself.
Charlotte N. | Portsmouth, UK
The Mobile Learning Adventure is not only building and supporting communities but imprinting on childhood memories. Seeing the many little faces light up with joy and happiness makes my day!
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