Girls explore the biology and anatomy of sharks as they investigate shark tooth shapes, learn about dermal denticles that cover their skin, and watch as we teach the anatomy of a real, preserved spiny dogfish shark. Registration includes a Marine Biology Fun Patch and shark tooth necklace materials. Pick up and shipping options available.
AQUATIC FIELD SCIENCE: Aquatic Microorganisms Wednesday, September 1 Full series runs Wednesdays, August 11-September 8 (rain dates – 9/9 and 9/10) 10:00am-1:00pm Ages 11-16 We collect water and sediment samples as we kayak the shoreline and return to shore to investigate and document the microorganisms collected. Kids learn the proper use of a field microscope […]
AQUATIC FIELD SCIENCE: Lake Ecology Wednesday, September 8 Full series runs Wednesdays, August 11-September 8 (rain dates – 9/9 and 9/10) 10:00am-1:00pm Ages 11-16 On shore, we discuss the diversity of vertebrates and invertebrates that inhabit lakeshore environments and how they interact with each other and their environment. While kayaking, we collect data on the […]
MARINE MEGAFAUNA BIOLOGY: Science of Whales Monday, September 13 9:30am-10:45am Ages 8-10 Students explore the biology and behaviors of cetaceans as they use a dichotomous key to identify whales and learn about passive acoustic tags (PATS) that are used to study them. Instructor: Diana Rodriguez, BEd Location: Science Center (suite 5) Course fee: $220 OR […]
BACKYARD SCIENCE: Log Ecology - Tuesday, September 14 Tuesdays, September 14-December 14 (no class Oct 12, Nov 23; 12 weeks) 9:30am-10:45am Ages 6-8 Kids learn the about biotic and abiotic factors in the environment and make scientific observations about what they see, hear and feel while dissecting a log habitat. Kids study the science of […]
ANATOMY OF YOGA: Movement and Muscles – Tuesday, September 14 Tuesdays, September 14 - December 14 (no class Oct 12 and Nov 23; 12 weeks) 9:30am-11:00am Ages 11+ Students review planes of movement and direction, functions of the muscular system and explore the muscles of the neck through several yoga poses. Students are introduced to […]
EVERYDAY CHEMISTRY-Bath Bomb Lab Tuesday, September 14 11:00am-12:15pm Ages 6-8 Kids study the chemical reaction that makes bath bombs fizz, modify the protocol to determine the effect these changes have on their product and create their own unique bath bombs. Instructor: Christina St Martin, MSc Location: Science Center (suite 5) Course fee: $220 OR $20/lab
LEGO® BRIDGES - LEGO® Engineering Labs Tuesday, September 14 12:30pm-1:45pm Ages 6-10 Students learn about design and construction of bridges as they learn about tensile and compression forces acting on structures, and build a bridge that holds significant weight. Instructor: Coral Vega, MEd Full Series - $220 OR $20/lab
Are you an aspiring Lego Master? Do you have a passion for aviation? Have you ever wondered how designers and engineers went from building paper kites to constructing super sonic jets? Join us for this session, during which we will explore the history of aircraft design as well as learn about one of history’s most […]
THERMAL SCIENCE: Thermal Energy Wednesday, September 15 9:30am-11:00am Ages 11+ Students are introduced to energy and how thermal energy is measured and analyzed as they practice the proper use of scientific tools. Instructor: Candra Umunna, BSc Location: STEM Lab (suite 21) Course fee: $275 OR $25/la
