Afterschool Science Explorers (Ages 7-12)

Ages: 7-12

Dates: September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21

Mondays, 5:00 - 6:30 PM

We'll be diving into some exciting topics in the field of biology. Through hands-on learning, we'll explore how the human brain works and learn all about DNA and the role that iron plays in keeping us healthy. This Biology Science Explorer program has three modules:

1) How Does the Human Brain Work? Students will make clay brains of Insects, fish, reptiles, birds, cats/dogs, and humans and then color 5 major brain structures to visualize how the brain evolved from reptiles to humans. We'll make a giant neuron that fires up chemicals and learn the role of the main chemicals used by neurons to communicate with each other. Finally, we'll make a brain hat and explore why learning from mistakes is actually good for our brain, and can even make us smarter.

2) Fruits DNA Extraction! Students will extract a Fruit DNA and explore hereditary diseases caused by DNA mutations. We'll build a Lego double helix DNA and sequence a monster DNA to determine the genotype and phenotype.

3) All About Iron! Ever wonder what's really in your cereal bowl? Join us as we extract iron from a cereal box and explore its function in keeping us healthy.

Note: Register for more than 1 class and/or a sibling and receive 10% discount

Financial assistance is available if your son or daughter is eligible for benefits such as FARMS, Medicaid or SNAP.  You can receive the RSC scholarship to get a 50% discount on class fees.