STEM Tech provides a group environment where a caring adult and student can have fun, build STEM skills, and grow together as a team. This group is designed for kids in grades 6-9. Each kid attends with an adult teammate, i.e., parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, older sibling, or mentor. The adult team member is not […]
Build it and Make it move! Is your student ready to learn more mechanics? This session is all mechanical engineering: using syringes, tubing, and trapped air, students design and build a working pneumatic hoist. It’s a hands-on look at fluid power and simple machines — and a great reminder that “maker” doesn’t always mean electronics. […]
Robots are everywhere! Chatbots on websites, drones in the sky, and self-driving cars. Join us on November 17 (6:00-7:30pm) at Heatherdowns Library to practice programming an ESP-32 robot called Quarky. Who: Students 3rd-6th grade. (We have been successful with younger students; however, they may need a parent’s help) When: Nov 17 6:00-7:30pm Where: Heatherdowns Branch […]
The ‘Hour of Code™’/’Hora del Código®’ is a global initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming. Join us on December 8 (6:00 – 7:30pm) at Heatherdowns Library to explore this high tech skill. Who: Students 3rd-6th grade. (We have been […]
Code it and Make it move! Is your student ready to tackle a fun coding project? This month, your makers swap tools for keyboards in a festive coding challenge. Using block-based programming, students build an interactive, holiday-themed project while practicing core computer science concepts — sequencing, loops, and logic — in Kool Kat Science’s take […]
Magnetism is all around us, keeping our notes attached to the fridge and powering real-world tools! Join us December 16 (4:00-5:30) at Sanger Library to explore how magnets work and put your engineering skills to the test. Who: Students 6-10 years old. When: Dec 16 4:00-5:30pm Where: Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave., Toledo, […]
Code it, Build it, Make it move! Is your student ready to learn more about Micro:bit? Here’s a bonus session during winter break for our most dedicated Makers. Students craft a light-up holiday display featuring Rudolph and Frosty, then program a micro:bit to bring their creation to life. This class is free and open to […]
Join Rookie Makers at Heatherdowns Is there a student in your life who loves building and making things? Join us at Heatherdowns Library for four sessions focused on STEM engineering. Your junior builder will explore mechanical and electrical design principles by building several fun projects. This series is presented by Kool Kat Science and sponsored […]
Join Rookie Coders at Heatherdowns Is there a student in your life who loves games or computer animation? Join us at Heatherdowns Library for four sessions focused on STEM engineering. Your junior coder will explore the fascinating world of computer game design and creation using Scratch, a block-based coding program. This series is presented by […]
Join Rookie Robotics at Heatherdowns Is there a student in your life who loves robots or programming? Join us at Heatherdowns Branch Library for four sessions focused on STEM robotics. Students will build and program robots to create flashy animations and move independently. This series is presented by Kool Kat Science and sponsored by the […]