Space is limited to the first 40 kids
Chaperone Required: Adults must stay with their children; no drop offs.
Girlstart’s Discovery Green STEM Saturday initiative includes fun hands-on STEM activities that foster general awareness about STEM and encourage children and families to recognize that ‘STEM is everywhere.’
More information about STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green can be found here!
May 5: Astronaut Helmets
Astronauts must wear special suits while exploring the unique environment of space. Engineer a helmet to protect an astronaut from the elements of space. Make sure to consider how the helmet attaches to an astronaut’s suit, helps them see in bright light from the sun, and keeps them safe from floating debris.
Houston, TX – STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green
Space is limited to the first 40 kids
Chaperone Required: Adults must stay with their children; no drop offs.
Girlstart’s Discovery Green STEM Saturday initiative includes fun hands-on STEM activities that foster general awareness about STEM and encourage children and families to recognize that ‘STEM is everywhere.’
More information about STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green can be found here!
April 28: Bouncy Balls
Discover how borax mixed with other common household ingredients can create a bouncy ball! Then, test your bouncy ball to see how high it can bounce.
Houston, TX – STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green
Space is limited to the first 40 kids
Chaperone Required: Adults must stay with their children; no drop offs.
Girlstart’s Discovery Green STEM Saturday initiative includes fun hands-on STEM activities that foster general awareness about STEM and encourage children and families to recognize that ‘STEM is everywhere.’
More information about STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green can be found here!
April 21: Wind Turbine
While wind turbines are a great source of renewable energy, did you know that each year several birds crash into spinning turbine blades? Engineer a wind turbine that prevents bird crashes while still running effectively.
Houston, TX – STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green
Space is limited to the first 40 kids
Chaperone Required: Adults must stay with their children; no drop offs.
Girlstart’s Discovery Green STEM Saturday initiative includes fun hands-on STEM activities that foster general awareness about STEM and encourage children and families to recognize that ‘STEM is everywhere.’
More information about STEM Saturdays at Discovery Green can be found here!
April 14: Sew It Up
When you think about veterinarians and what they do, what are some things that come to mind? What are some types of injuries that veterinarians treat? Channel your inner veterinarian and practice different types of sutures to stitch up your animal patient.