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Mad Science
MAD SCIENCE WORKSHOPS
We are thrilled to partner with Mad  Science of the Capital District to offer the following outstanding and unique science programs! All programs are curriculum correlated and meet S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) objectives. Professional equipment and materials will be used.
All supplies are included. These programs will encourage team-building, as we work collaboratively to solve real-world S.T.E.M. problems!

All Mad Science educators hold  Bachelor’s Degrees in STEM.

for the 2017-2018 school year

Program/Registration Information
  • Does your child LOVE science? Sign up for the SUPER SCIENCE 11 PACK for $110 and SAVE $55! An Incredible Value!

Energy Burst #1
  • Catapult into this exciting program as children explore the energy of motion.
  • They pop, jump and flip with hopping, swimming, and swinging toys.
  • They check out the kinetic energy in rubber, band-wound gadgets and reach their potential with the Catapult Take-Home.
  • True hands-on science fun!

Carnival* — Brixology LEGO® Workshop #2
  • Feel the thrill as you build a spinning swing ride!
  • Learn about the forces and mechanical engineering concepts behind some of your favorite amusement park rides.
  • Then, improve and test the design to create an even wilder one!
  • *PLEASE NOTE: Your child may stay at the WHBI, if registered for Carnival and Space Travel programs on 7/11.
  • Adult supervision will be provided during the half-hour break between the classes and they may bring a snack and drink.

Space Travel - NASA Workshop* #3
  • Launch into an investigation of propulsion systems.
  • Use the compressed air inside balloons to create thrust — race a balloon rocket and design your own car engine.
  • See the principles of propulsion at work!
  • This class will include an outdoor Rocket Launch!
  • *PLEASE NOTE: Your child may stay at the WHBI, if registered for Carnival and Space Travel programs on 7/11.
  • Adult supervision will be provided during the half-hour break between the classes and they may bring a snack and drink.

Chem in a Flash #4
  • Hop on board the chemistry express for a high-speed science experience!
  • Perform instantaneous experiments in this fastpaced class on split-second reactions that go like mad!
  • Pick up an Action Flask and have a blast!

Towers – Brixology LEGO® Workshop #5
  • Reach for the sky! Find out how structural engineers use ideas from physics to solve problems.
  • Work together to build a structurally sound tower with a working elevator, then test and improve your design for strength and stability.

Space Phenomena - NASA Workshop* #6
  • Explore the phenomenal events that take place in the night sky.
  • Create impact craters and observe as “meteors” fall through a model atmosphere.
  • Watch a “comet” form out of household materials right before your eyes!
  • *PLEASE NOTE: Your child may stay at the WHBI, if registered for both NASA Workshops on 7/25.
  • Adult supervision will be provided during the half-hour break between the classes and they may bring a snack and drink.

Space Technology - NASA Workshop* #7
  • Explore space-related technologies used on Earth.
  • Steer a laser beam through a laser maze, find hidden mountains using the principles of radar technology, and see the technological advances that improve our exploration of the universe.
  • It’s out-of-this world!
  • *PLEASE NOTE: Your child may stay at the WHBI, if registered for both NASA Workshops on 7/25.
  • Adult supervision will be provided during the half-hour break between the classes and they may bring a snack and drink.

Slime Time! #8
  • Ooze into a gooey hour of sliming around!
  • Create slime using the Mad Science recipe, and then enter the Slime Olympics!
  • Take home your own concoction of Mad Science Slime!
  • It’s an ooey-gooey great time!

Che-Mystery! #9
  • In this super science class you will learn about Physical and Chemical changes.
  • Make your own Super Ball, too!
  • It’s super-cool and super-interesting science!
  • Your child is the chemist in this lab!!

Moving Motion! #10
  • Children catapult into Newton’s three laws or motion.
  • They yank a cloth from under dishes, send crash test dummies flying, and launch mini-rockets across the room.
  • They see action-reaction forces at work with the twirling Newton Spinner Take-Home.
  • So, let’s get moving and have an awesome time doing it!

Vehicles! – Brixology LEGO® Workshop #11
  • Get in gear as an automotive engineer!
  • Build a motorized vehicle and learn how to optimize it.
  • Use wheels, axles, and gears to reduce friction and make it work better.
  • Then shift things into a higher gear to get a hands-on understanding of transmissions and gear ratios!

* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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