TAG: science
Superhero fiction trivia & science projects you can do at home
Posted in News on August 27, 2020 at 6:00 am
We could share just one or two science experiments with you, but instead we decided to share one every week for three months! Who’s ready check out some science? Trivia fans and Marvel fans come together to show off their knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Will you rise to be the superhero of this […]
Tags: adults, caregivers, kids, Marvel, Marvel Cinematic Universe, movies, parents, science, science experiments, teens, trivia, tweens, weekly
A peek into EnviroKids’ Club: Q&A with two partner agencies
Posted in Explore and Discover on August 19, 2020 at 6:00 am
By Erin Dodge Next week, we’re hosting three EnviroKids’ Club programs (sign up before they fill up!), each showing kids and their families different ways that they can champion the environment and take action to make changes at home and in their neighborhoods. In case you missed the announcement, here are those three programs: EnviroKids’ […]
Tags: #envirokids, clean air, compost, engineering, envirokids club, environment, kids, parents, science, solid waste, STEM, teachers, water, worms
Explore the air you breathe, the water you flush & worms that eat garbage with the EnviroKids’ Club
Posted in News on August 12, 2020 at 6:00 am
Calling all junior scientists, nature explorers & challenge seekers! You can participate in three programs with the Spokane County EnviroKids’ Club. Discover how you can help clean the air! Do experiments to see what you should and shouldn’t flush down the toilet! Explore the wiggly, wonderful world of worms and how they help a garden […]
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For kids, tweens & teens: Bubbles, smoothies, Hamilton, Hogwarts, author Peter Brown & more
Posted in News on July 2, 2020 at 1:30 pm
We’re keeping summer cool and online with programs and events that are sure to bring smiles and joy. You can make bubble wands that delight, smoothies and sweet salsa that are delicious, a painting from cooking supplies, and gnome and fairy homes that have a touch of magic. Speaking of magic, you can learn magic […]
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STEM at home: Learning anywhere and everywhere
Posted in kids, News, Parents and Teachers on May 19, 2020 at 6:00 am
By Alison Johnson The DIY approach to learning fun activities at home can be a great boredom buster. We miss having your kids and families at our in-person library programs. You are what make those programs so enjoyable and interesting for us! And you can continue to explore STEM at home. Here, I share the […]
Tags: books, caregivers, deconstruct, engineering, experiments, gross, grossology, kids, mathematics, overdrive, parents, reading, science, science in context, scientific method, STEM, technology, teens, tweens, World Book
DIY Earth Day outdoor and indoor celebrations
Posted in Explore and Discover on April 15, 2020 at 6:00 am
By Abra Cole Earth Day is next week. Our celebrations of planet Earth might be a little more DIY this year, instead of joining with others. You might get out in your yard and enjoy some dirt or take a walk around the neighborhood on a bear hunt, while social distancing, or enjoy a virtual […]
Tags: adults, celebrate, celebration, Earth Day, environment, hiking, indoor, kids, nature, outdoor, parents, reading, science, scientist, tweens, walking
Families Leap into Science & kids explore STEM programs
Posted in News on February 4, 2020 at 6:00 am
LEAP INTO SCIENCE WEEK Every four years, we get an extra day to try something new—Leap Day! To celebrate, Spokane County Library District is offering a series of Leap into Science programs that are playful, engaging moments of learning for the whole family. Leap into Science is a nationwide program from The Franklin Institute Science […]
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Creative STEM library programs for kids, teens, & adults
Posted in News on October 29, 2019 at 6:00 am
CREATE WITH GLOWFORGE AT THE LAB Creative programs for ages 16+ Create with Glowforge: Holiday Ornaments Brighten your home with ornaments designed and created by you at the library. You’ll have several basic designs to personalize with your creative ideas that the Glowforge laser printer will cut, carve, and engrave, rig […]
Tags: 3D printer, art, bookmarks, computer programming, creative, engineering, glowforge, illuminated, instant pot, laser, manuscripts, math, micro:bit, pressure cooking, science, scientific method, sewing, STEM, technology
Civic Lab poses questions and invites discussion about community issues
Posted in News on June 6, 2019 at 6:00 am
Each month, you can find information, activities, and discussion on an issue facing our community at the Civic Lab. Take a look at thought-provoking materials and activities for teens and adults that allow us to engage in open conversation and grow together as a community. CIVIC LAB NORTH SPOKANEJune–September 2019 JUNE: The Final Frontier When […]
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A Universe of Stories at the library this summer
Posted in News on June 4, 2019 at 6:00 am
All summer long we’re exploring the planets and stars at the library during A Universe of Stories. For kids and families, the Traveling Lantern Theatre Company, The Zaniac, and Mobius Science Center all present programs to delight all. Along with these entertaining and educational programs, we have STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math […]
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