Chippie's Sensational Science Labs
Become a not-so-mad scientist, conduct mind-boggling experiments and learn about the amazing world around us!
Are there budding young scientists in your household? Nurture the curious spirit of your preschoolers by enrolling them in Chippie's Sensational Science Labs, a new educational series for children aged 3 to 5. Inspired by Chippie, BCM's chipmunk mascot, these interactive monthly sessions will engage and entertain kids while teaching science basics, incorporating S.T.E.A.M. elements and age-appropriate experiments.
Cost: museum admission plus $3 lab fee per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free parking. Pre-registration required two days prior to the event: (859) 491-4003.
October 24, 1-2 p.m.: Ghostly Science
Have fun learning while getting into the Halloween spirit: watch ghosts fly, examine x-ray skeletons, create leaf ghosts and make REAL pumpkin slime!
November 13, 1-2 p.m.: Toy-Making Experiment
How do you become one of Santa's toy-making elves? By learning science, of course! Help Santa's elves by making your own Silly Putty, bouncy balls, and more. Then, listen to a story about Santa's workshop.
December 21, 1-2 p.m.: Christmas Scientists
Become a holiday scientist! Make Santa's dancing milk, bend candy canes and other holiday-inspired experiments.
