🐦✈️ Soaring into STEM: A Hands-On Adventure in Science and Engineering (2-hour Camp for Ages 5-11)
Explore, Experiment, and Soar with the Utica Children's Museum at SUNY Poly
Date: Tuesday, April 22
Time: 1-3pm
Location: Multipurpose Room, Student Center, SUNY Polytechnic Institute, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502
Presenter: Malik Johnson and Kim Newton, Utica Children's Museum
Description: Join the Utica Children's Museum at SUNY Poly for an exciting hands-on camp where elementary school students will explore science, nature, and engineering through fun-filled activities! From investigating how birds' beaks determine their diets to designing high-flying paper airplanes, kids will engage in interactive challenges that spark curiosity and creativity. In the "Why Do Birds Have Beaks?" activity, campers will experiment with different beak shapes to understand how they help birds eat specific foods. The "Paper Airplane Challenge" will have them designing and testing three different airplane models, discovering how simple changes in design affect flight distance and speed. This engaging camp offers a perfect mix of STEM learning and playful exploration, making science and engineering exciting for young minds. Don’t miss this opportunity for hands-on discovery and fun!
Fee: Free / RSVP Required
Deadline: Register by Tuesday, April 15, at Noon
Age Range: 5-11 years old
Participants: 25 (Max)
Girl Scout Badges: This event is eligible for Girl Scout Badges.
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