Early Childhood Education
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Activities with Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and Leslie Science and Nature Center
Presented at the following times:
Saturday, April 13, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 3202
Sunday, April 14, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 3202
Appropriate for: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and the Leslie Science and Nature Center showcase a variety of STEM-based activities for folks of all ages to explore. From understanding magnetism to creating invisible objects, there is a whole world to discover right at our station.
Learn more about Activities with Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and Leslie Science and Nature Center
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Experience the Joys of Modular Origami
Presented at the following times:
Saturday, April 13, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
Sunday, April 14, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
Appropriate for: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Modular origami or unit origami is a two-stage paper folding technique in which several, or sometimes many, sheets of paper are first folded into individual modules or units and then assembled into an integrated flat shape or three-dimensional structure. Making modular origami is an enjoyable activity that helps develop hand-eye coordination and attention to detail, enhances geometrical reasoning and mathematical learning, and fosters emotional development, such as perseverance and teamwork. The Japanese Studies Program staff and student volunteers want to share with you the joy of making origami!
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Ramp and Roll
Presented at the following times:
Saturday, April 13, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 1202
Sunday, April 14, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 1202
Appropriate for: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age
Playing with ramps and things that roll helps children learn simple principles of physical science and engineering! In this activity, families will learn how to make their own ramps using commonly found household objects and help children explore gravity, speed, and distance.
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See Plants Grow in Real Time!
Presented at the following times:
Saturday, April 13, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
Sunday, April 14, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
Appropriate for: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Attendees can manipulate carbon dioxide and light levels to witness real-time effects on photosynthesis. Young participants enjoy hands-on activities, like blocking light temporarily to observe rapid photosynthesis restarts. Older attendees experiment with adjusting light and carbon dioxide levels to observe broader impacts. Special features include "space wheat" and microtom tomatoes, unique root-view boxes, and peanuts that grow underground.