Tag: hands-on learning
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Fall FLL Robotics | Ages 9-14
FALL IS ROBOTICS SEASON AT TALCOTT! Join our award-winning 6-week program and prepare to compete in the FIRST LEGO League Robotics competition in November! Students spend six weeks of instruction in our mountaintop robotics lab, complete with LEGO SPIKE PRIME robots and expert coaches to help them design, build, troubleshoot, code and compete in the…
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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 STEM Adventures or you’re still exploring options, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of Talcott firsthand. WHAT TO EXPECT: LEARN ABOUT US –…
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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 monsters, shells, and even dissect some squid. The last day will be a field trip to Hammonasset Beach State Park for a visit to Meig’s…
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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 a “who-done-it” genetic mystery. This 4-day program for students in grades 6-8 is part of the Talcott Mountain Science Center April Vacation program. Classes take…
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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 crafting constellations to lunar landings, anything is possible when you reach for the stars! This 4-day program for students in grades 3-5 is part of…
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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 learn what life was like millions of years ago. This 4-day program for students in grades K-2 is part of the Talcott Mountain Science Center…
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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 pirate hat, and hunt for buried “treasure”. Arrrrrr you ready for an exciting week? School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at…
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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 ten students each — will create a robot to play the “SUBMERGED!” game and produce a collaborative research project to meet challenges facing people around…
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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 projects, lessons, hands-on experiences, and even have a field trip to see the UConn biological specimen collections. Instructor: Brigette Zacharczenko Class runs from 9:30am –…
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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 can do, how strong are bones, and what is the endurance of the human body. To answer the questions, students will use cool technology to…