206/2027 - School-Age Workshops

(1hr) - Up to 30 Children

Slime Time

In this ooey-gooey chemistry class, students will discover the secrets behind the Mad Science slime recipe! Through hands-on activities, they’ll learn about slime’s basic ingredients and explore the science of polymers with fun tools like polymer paper clips and cross-linking magnetic marbles. Young scientists will mix and test their own slime creations and take home their very own Slime.

Fantastic Fliers

Children will explore the basics of flight & aerodynamics! They'll use different wind-makers to discover the 4 forces of flight: lift, thrust, gravity & drag. Through hands-on experiments, they'll design, fold & test various planes, including the Delta Dart, Rotor Kite & Paper Dirigible. They'll launch fast-flying cylinders & more! Each child will take home a collection of Flying Creations.

Glow Show

In this illuminating class, kids will explore how we perceive light & its effects on objects! They'll experience how white light is made up of true colors & discover glow-in-the-dark & fluorescing materials using a dark bulb. The mystery of chemiluminescence will be revealed & kids will shine bright with their new understanding of the visible spectrum. Take Home: UV Keychain

Optical Illusions

Children discover how optical illusions trick our brains! They explore twisting coils and mysterious moving patterns, observe how grids create illusory spots, and experiment with flexible mirrors and inverted vision. Hands-on fun includes creating illusions and trying classic mirror tricks. Each child assembles a Thaumatrope to continue the excitement at home.

Science of Toys

Children dive into the fun side of physics by exploring how toys work! They flip, balance, and spin while discovering the science behind their motion. Kids experiment with gears, magnets, and even create a circuit using the human touch. Hands-on exploration and creativity culminate in assembling a Ball Catcher to extend the learning and play at home.

Space Technology

Kids dive into space-inspired tech used on Earth! They’ll guide lasers through mazes, use radar to uncover hidden objects, and learn how depth perception relies on reference points. Exploring threats to spacecraft and advancements in space exploration sparks curiosity about the universe. Each child creates a Mini Comet for a stellar keepsake.