Details:
June Theme: Chemistry
Day: Saturday
Time: 3 – 4 p.m. EST
Recommended Ages: STEM Saturday is designed for ages 5-17, but we encourage adults and children to work together so that they can learn together!
Location: WonderLab
Cost: Free with Museum Admission
Activities in June may include:
Exploring the different states of matter: solid, liquid, gas.
Chemical reactions verses physical reactions
Glimpse at BubbleFest
STEM Saturday is a weekly program that gets visitors to engage in STEM. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Saturdays are designed to provide engaging hands-on activities aimed at inspiring interest in STEM subjects and make learning both hands-on and fun. The program is typically located in Lab A, but may also be in the garden if the weather is nice.
Each week we will be focusing on a different aspect of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
First Saturday of the month, S for Science.
Second Saturday of the month, T for Technology
Third Saturday of the month, E for Engineering
Fourth Saturday of the month, M for Maker
Any fifth Saturday of a month is, M for Math (Mar. 29, May 31, Aug. 30)
Key features of STEM Saturdays include:
Hands-on Activities: The program offers a variety of hands-on activities that encourage exploration of STEM concepts.
Age-appropriate Curriculum: STEM Saturday content is tailored to different age groups, ensuring that the activities are suitable for various developmental levels.
Expert Guidance: Trained educators and volunteers lead these sessions. They guide and answer questions helping guests gain a deeper understanding of the concepts.
Collaborative Learning: STEM Saturdays encourages collaboration among participants, fostering teamwork and communication.
Parent Involvement: Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate promoting family engagement.
STEM Saturday is partially sponsored by Cook Medical and CFC Properties.
