Tag: STEM
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Skygazing on Talcott Mountain
This program is for adults and families with children ages 4+ (children must be accompanied by adult). Join us for an unforgettable evening of stargazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center’s mountaintop campus! Begin the evening in our planetarium with a guided tour of the constellations, followed by a short walk to our observatories for outdoor…
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Skygazing on Talcott Mountain
This program is for adults and families with children ages 4+ (children must be accompanied by adult). Join us for an unforgettable evening of stargazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center’s mountaintop campus! You’ll begin the evening in our planetarium with a guided tour of the constellations and celestial objects visible in the night sky. Then…
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Earth’s Vital Signs: Monitoring the Health of Our Planet Through STEM
Join us for an enlightening evening as we explore the critical role of STEM in understanding and addressing the health of our planet. “Earth’s Vital Signs: Monitoring the Health of Our Planet Through STEM” will bring together leading experts in earth sciences for a dynamic discussion on how their work monitors and measures the key…
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Skygazing on Talcott Mountain
This program is for adults and families with children ages 4+ (children must be accompanied by adult). Join us for an unforgettable evening of stargazing at Talcott Mountain Science Center’s mountaintop campus on October 3 at 6:30 PM! You’ll begin the evening in our planetarium with a guided tour of the constellations and celestial objects…
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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…
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Moth Night @ TMSC
Everyone recognizes the butterflies, dragonflies, and other winged critters that explore during the day… but what about those wonderful winged wonders that fly about at night? Don’t miss Moth Night @ TMSC — a unique chance to touch, photograph and learn about moths and other night-time critters! Join us for a family-friendly event (ages 5+,…
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Marine Science | Gr. 3-5
In Marine Science | Gr. 3-5: 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. Includes a field trip to Hammonasset Beach State Park for a visit…
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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 DNA themed crafts and games, DNA extraction, transcription & translation, Punnett squares, and cladograms. They’ll even to learn to use PCR and Gel Electrophoresis equipment…