Tag: talcottscience
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Earth Explorers | Gr. K-2
In Earth Explorers | Gr. K-2: You live on Earth, but how much do you really know about it? Here’s your chance to explore the world from our mountaintop. Learn about water cycles, rocks and minerals, fossils, the sky, and natural disasters. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the Talcott…
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DNA Detectives | Gr. 6-8
In 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. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops at the Talcott Mountain Science…
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Cool Contraptions | Gr. 3-5
In Cool Contraptions | Gr. 3-5: Engineering, problem solving, and creativity – all in one! Build chain-reaction contraptions to perform tasks, using a wide variety of supplies. You will get to tinker, create, and collaborate – and learn some physics and engineering along the way. School might be out for summer, but learning never stops…
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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…