Splash into Science with us at the library! Our neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands. Perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do.
This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to K-8 students in an informal setting. While the four parts of the series are meant to work together, each session is designed to also offer stand-alone science education.
If you miss one session, you can check the calendar and catch it at a different library branch.
These sessions do not require pre-registration but do have limited capacity.
Exploring capillary action
In this second session of our Splash into Science series we’ll be learning about something called capillary action, a special property of water. How does water move up a plant from the roots to the leaves? We’ll learn by watching how water moves through coffee filters and washable markers because of capillary action.
We begin each session with an interactive demonstration of a scientific concept, followed by hands-on activities that can be taken home.
Science Surprises: Splash into Science
Join us for Science Surprises at library branches all around Alachua County! Each month we’ll be tackling different topics at different locations. This month at the Hawthorne Library Branch:
Splash into Science series
May 6: Exploring the Water Cycle
May 13: Exploring Capillary Action
May 20: Exploring Surface Tension
May 27: Exploring Density
This program is supported by the Children’s Trust of Alachua County.
Florida Museum on the Go!
Over the next year, we’ll be bringing the Florida Museum to branches across the Alachua County Library District as well as many other places out on our community. You never know where the museum will be popping up next. Check our calendar or subscribe to our emails to keep up to date.
