Did you know there are different ways to measure wind energy? One way is by measuring wind speed using a device known as an anemometer. Design your own anemometer and test the wind in your neighborhood. By counting the amount of spins at a given interval, you can tell how fast the wind is moving.
Starry Nights at Girlstart
Join Girlstart on April 5th for a Starry Night at the STEM Center! It’s free and fun for the whole family! Feel free to drop by any time between 5:30 and 7 PM. This month’s event will feature lunar shows and astronomy-themed activities in our mini planetarium including designing moon lander prototypes, launching straw rocket satellites, making constellation sewing cards, and more. Make sure to RSVP here!
Hands-On Wednesday: Exploring Density
We all know that oil and water don’t mix, but have you ever thought about what might happen when you try to force them to mix? Check out how oil and water trade places in this fun experiment that involves just these two liquids. Make sure you do this in a large bowl because it may get messy!
Round Rock, TX – Blackland Prairie STEM Night
Girlstart will host a hands-on activity booth at Blackland Prairie Elementary School’s upcoming STEM Night. This event is open to members of the school community.