Science in the Summer @ Milton Public Library

Explore scientific topics this summer at Milton Public Library.

For ages 7 - 12. Space is limited. Sign up required for each program. Call 802-893-4644 to register.

6/24: Water Cycle – learn all about the water cycle through observing evaporation and condensation in different environments. We’ll also do a fun experiment to explore the science of water.

7/1: Why Do Leaves Change Color – what goes on inside leaves to make them change color? Learn with a lapbook project you create yourself. 

7/8: Straw Bridges – learn about different bridges and forces through books. Build and test the strength of the bridges you build.

7/15: Gravity – explore the forces of gravity with magnets and predictions of how fast objects fall.

7/22: Constellations – We’ll look at the stars above through books and make our own constellations using pipe cleaners as well as with black paper and flashlights.

7/29: Physics: Newton’s Laws of Motion – what is physics? We’ll learn through tug of war, experiments, and racing objects. 

8/5: Windmills – learn how windmills convert wind into energy by designing and building your own windmill. We’ll test our windmills with fans.