Tag: STEM
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Computer Animation | Gr. 6-8
In Computer Animation | Gr. 6-8: Through hands-on paper crafts and digital lessons, learn the fundamentals of animation, and discover how to bring your imagination to life! Our animated adventure will include guided drawing lessons, classic cel animation, stop-motion, and 2D computer animation. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the…
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Claymation | Gr. 3-5
In Claymation | Gr. 3-5: Create animated stop-motion stories with your own clay creations. You’ll work independently or in a team to write a story, set up a stage, move your characters, and create an original video of their adventures! School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the Talcott Mountain Science…
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Claymation | Gr. K-2
In Claymation | Gr. K-2: Create animated stop-motion stories with your own clay creations. You’ll work independently or in a team to write a story, set up a stage, move your characters, and create an original video of their adventures! School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the Talcott Mountain Science…
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Camp Invention – Discover! | Gr. K-2
In Camp Invention – Discover | Gr. K-2: This year’s exciting new program inspires curiosity and helps kids build essential STEM skills through collaboration with friends and one-of-a-kind creative problem-solving experiences. Students explore hands-on challenges and open-ended adventures designed to encourage new discoveries and bring big ideas to life! This year’s activities include special effects…
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Robotics: SPIKE Prime | Gr. 6-8
In Robotics: Spike Prime | Gr. 6-8: 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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Budding Biologists | Gr. K-2
In Budding Biologists | Gr. K-2: Amazing plants and animals are everywhere – and it’s your job to find them! Discover life around us as you explore our mountaintop forest. You’ll feel like a biologist as you examine cool creatures in the lab. Pond water, plant life cycles, class pets, and crafty projects are waiting…
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Astro Adventures | Gr. K-2
In Astro Adventures | Gr. K-2: Discover our solar system! Craft a constellation, eat a comet, and learn about space in our very own planetarium. The sun, moon, and planets wait to be explored! School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the Talcott Mountain Science Center! Classes run from 9:00 am…
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Anatomy & Physiology | Gr. 6-8
In Anatomy & Physiology | Gr. 6-8: If you want to know how our bodies work, this course is for you! Learn about bones, muscles, and cells – of humans and other creatures. You’ll get to test your strength, listen to your heart, and explore skeletons. It doesn’t get more hands-on than building models and…
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3D Printing | Gr. 6-8
In 3D Printing | Gr. 6-8: 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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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…