Sweets, Hearts, and STEM Extravaganza

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Join Girlstart for hands-on Valentine’s Day fun as part of our FREE virtual Sweets, Hearts, and STEM event!

Explore the STEM behind candy, hearts, and more with these hands-on activities you can do right from your home:

Follow Girlstart’s stories on social media the day of the event for even more Sweets, Hearts, and STEM fun!

     

Materials List – Sweets, Hearts, and STEM

We are so excited for you to participate in Girlstart’s Sweets, Hearts, and STEM Extravaganza! Gather your materials and join us on Valentine’s Day, February 14, for hands-on STEM fun.

Candy Osmosis

  • Gummy candy (gummy bears work best)
  • Salt
  • 4 small bowls
  • Teaspoon measure
  • Water

Cupid’s Arrow Math Game

  • Cotton swab
  • Craft stick or tongue depressor
  • Cup
  • Dental floss
  • Markers
  • Pencil
  • Poster board or cardstock
  • Scissors
  • Water

Heart Cup Stacking

  • 21 disposable cups (red cups work best)
  • Cardboard
  • Scissors

Heartbeat Challenge

  • Measuring cup
  • ¼ cup measure
  • 2 large bowls or tubs
  • Water

STEM Kindness Extravaganza

Girlstart continues to closely monitor coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Click for updates regarding Girlstart programming.

Join Girlstart for hands-on fun as part of our free virtual STEM Kindness Extravaganza!

In celebration of World Kindness Day, explore the STEM behind a new activity each day to spread kindness with the whole family!

Friday, November 13th – Sunday, November 15th

Additionally, throughout the weekend:

Brighten someone’s day with these hands-on activity blogs!