Wait, is that a larks head or a bowline? Or is it a sheet bend? And what are all these knots for anyway? Join us in learning how to tie …

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Traveling all the way from the tropical rainforest, here comes everyone’s favorite treat – chocolate! Join us in sampling the different varieties of chocolate and cocoa; plus, learn their differences …

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We're exploring life on the cellular level today and looking through our microscopes! Join us for a study of tiny science, where we'll zoom in on different substances under the …

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Calling all Engineers! We're putting construction skills to the test and taking a look one of the oldest structures in human society - the bridge. Join us as building our …

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We love our feline friends, both big and small! Today we’re talking about not only domestic housecats, but some of their other lesser known cousins. Be it for a Serval, …

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We know different birds eat different foods, but now we have to get it to them! Join us in making birdfeeders designed for a variety of songbird cuisine, and take …

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Did you know that our state was once completely covered by water? We’re digging into the prehistoric history of Illinois and learning all about the bizarre beings that used to …

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Rambutans? Tamarinds? Kumquats? You're telling me those aren't made up words? They're not! Travel the world in fruit form as we sample, tasting fruits from across cultures that may be …

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POV: You’re lost in the woods, you’re thirsty, but your water bottle is empty! And the water around you is… questionable at best. What to do!? Today we’re stepping up …

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A bug hotel is a structure filled with materials that different insects and spiders like to use as a habitat. These crawlies aren’t so creepy when they’re doing their part …

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Let's celebrate those animal superlatives! We're exploring the world's largest, smallest, fastest, and more with games, acting out and comparing them to ourselves, and more hands-on fun!

Literally translated to “leaf dye”, Hapa Zome is the Japanese art of pounding plants with a hammer to color fabric! Come join us in learning the ways plants are used …

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