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Testing Insulators:...
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High Tech Fashion
Patrons learn about circuits while engaging in fashion design by using conductive thread to make wearable designs that light up! 0
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Keep Out!
Ever wonder about how to keep a pesky sibling out of your room? This activity teaches patrons about electric circuits by creating simple alarm systems on your doormat! 0
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Robot Body Language
Patrons experiment with different ways to convey emotion when their face is hidden, such as using body language or gesturing, and learn about how these techniques are used in computer science when building robots to seem more humanlike 0
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House Warming
In this design challenge, patrons experiment with passive solar heat and create models of houses that can stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer 0
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Pedal Power
Patrons learn about how bike gears work and practice finding the most efficient gears for different terrains 0
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Home Sweet Home
Patrons learn about what animals need to survive, and then design and build a habitat model for their favorite animal! 0
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Sink or Swim
Patrons learn about different types of plastic and identify them in a mystery bag, while exploring the importance of recycling! 0
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Locker Lights
Patrons create a circuit out of a few simple materials that they can take home to light up their room, closet, or even school locker! 0
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Industrious Engineering
Patrons learn about the engineering and design process by constructing take-out boxes, then learn about how to increase the productivity and efficiency of making products without compromising the quality 0
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Parachute Parade
Parachutes catch air and create a drag which help give skydivers safe landings. In this activity, patrons design a parachute to give a toy figure a safe landing 0
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Blowing in the Wind
This engineering and design challenge has patrons building a windmill that lifts weight while learning about using wind for energy 0
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The Ring Wing Glider
Patrons use engineering design principles to turn a piece of paper into an experimental wing for a new type of aircraft 0
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