Tag: kidsscience
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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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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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3D Printing | Gr. 3-5
In 3D Printing | Gr. 3-5: 3D printers have opened up a world of do-it-yourself design and manufacturing, from game pieces to prosthetic arms. Using CAD programs and our suite of Prusa printers, you’ll be able to design and print your very own gadgets and 3D models to take home! School might be out for…
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LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2
In LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2: From cars to catapults, from motors to robots, you can explore science and technology with LEGO®. Bring your creativity as you compete in challenges to create bridges, towers, and other contraptions. There is a world of possibilities when using LEGO® bricks! School might be out for summer, but learning…
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Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5
In Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5: If you love robotics, this is the program for you! Assemble and program LEGO® SPIKE robots to tackle a variety of contests and challenges. Teamwork, perseverance, and programming skills will all be put to the test. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the…
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LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2
In LEGO® Science | Gr. K-2: From cars to catapults, from motors to robots, you can explore science and technology with LEGO®. Bring your creativity as you compete in challenges to create bridges, towers, and other contraptions. There is a world of possibilities when using LEGO® bricks! School might be out for summer, but learning…
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Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5
In Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 3-5: If you love robotics, this is the program for you! Assemble and program LEGO® SPIKE robots to tackle a variety of contests and challenges. Teamwork, perseverance, and programming skills will all be put to the test. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the…