In this hands-on activity, you will explore chemistry and nature by creating their own “natural soap” using plants from the Southwest. Experiment with yucca root to see if it works as a true soap or a detergent, discovering the science behind traditional cleaning methods and natural ingredients.

Calling all aspiring space explorers! Join our electrifying rocketry class to design your own rockets. Delve into the thrilling realms of aerospace engineering!

Explore the magic of traditional animation by bringing simple drawings to life, then level up by applying those skills with modern tools and techniques. Experiment with flipbooks, stop-motion, and digital animation to see how each method builds on the last.

Explore balance, movement, and design as you create your own kinetic sculptures. Inspired by the work of artist Alexander Calder, experiment with shape, form, and motion to bring your artistic constructions to life.

In this hands-on art activity, you will design and carve your own custom stamp while exploring the creative process of printmaking.  Learn how artists use different materials and techniques to transfer images from one surface to another, creating repeatable works of art.

Dive deeper into the concept of relief printing, a process where raised designs are inked and pressed to make prints. Using your own carved blocks, experiment with printing on paper, fabric, and more. You’ll finish with unique, reproducible artwork you can proudly display or wear.

Bring your digital creations to life by learning how to 3D print your own rocket designs! Explore the exciting process of turning a computer model into a real, three-dimensional object. See firsthand how ideas move from screen to reality through modern technology.

Step into the role of a crime scene investigator and explore the fascinating world of forensic science. Learn how scientists use evidence and technology to solve mysteries and uncover the truth.

Put your investigative skills to the test through experiments and activities inspired by real forensic techniques such as fingerprint analysis, chromatography, and evidence collection, just like real law enforcement professionals!

Triangles have some very important properties and are used frequently by engineers, scientists, construction workers, graphics artists, architects, carpenters, entertainment product designers, computer game developers, etc. By working with triangles in a variety of ways, discover some of the underlying applications of properties of triangles in the world around you.  You will use these properties in engineering design of a game and construction design of a roller coaster investigation.

Dive into the world of electronics using a breadboard, an essential tool for building and testing circuits without soldering. Learn how to connect components like LEDs, resistors, and switches to understand how electricity flows and powers devices. Through guided experiments, you will explore the basics of circuitry, problem-solving, and design while creating your own simple electronic projects.

It’s Launch Day! Make final adjustments to your rockets before heading outside to put your designs to the test. Compare their real-life launch results with your computer simulations to see how closely predictions match reality. Combine creativity, engineering, and a blast of excitement in this class!