Tag: hands-on learning
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STEM-tastic Summer Preview/Open House
Join us on Saturday, April 5, from 1–3 PM for an exciting STEM-tastic Summer Preview at Talcott Mountain Science Center! Whether your child is already registered for our Summer of […]
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Marine Science for Homeschoolers | Ages 9-12
From coral reefs to the deep sea to nearby Long Island Sound – there is so much of the ocean to explore! You will learn about geology, watersheds, tides, sea […]
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DNA Detectives | Gr. 6-8
Learn about what makes you, YOU! Featuring DNA themed crafts and games, DNA extraction, transcription/translation, Punnett squares, and even use our very own PCR and Gel Electrophoresis equipment to solve […]
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Reach for the Stars | Gr. 3-5
Explore the wonders of the solar system and beyond! Journey through the cosmos in our planetarium, see the sun like never before, and fit the moon in your pocket. From […]
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Dinosaurs! | Gr. K-2
Join us for a dino-mite week of discovery as we journey back in time to the world of dinosaurs! Become a paleontologist and dig for fossils, recreate dinosaur skeletons, and […]
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Pirate Science | Gr. K-2
In Pirate Science | Gr. K-2: Set sail on a science-filled adventure! All aspiring buccaneers are welcome during this week of ocean-themed fun. Build boats, make maps, design your own […]
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Fall FLL Robotics | Ages 9-14
FALL IS ROBOT SEASON AT TALCOTT! Join Talcott’s award-winning six-week program and prepare to compete in the FIRST LEGO League Robotics Competition in November. Two teams — of up to […]
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Zoology for Homeschoolers | Ages 9-15
In this 6-week course, students ages 9-15 will tour Earth’s major animal groups—sponges, jellyfish, insects, and vertebrates—and more. From microscopic rotifers to large mammals, students will explore animal life through […]
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Bioengineering for Homeschoolers | Ages 9-12
The human body is an amazing machine. In this 6-week course, students ages 9-12 will explore how we harness our bodies’ potential by answering questions about how much work muscles […]
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Genetics | Ages 13-15
Learn about what makes you, YOU! In this engaging, hands-on class ideal for homeschoolers, students ages 13-15 will embark on a 6-week journey with Talcott Instructor Brigette Zacharczenko to explore […]