Intergenerational
STEM
Night
WHEN COMING TO SEE THE GRANDPARENTS IS
FUN AND MEMORABLE!
Our Story
A while back I had a dream, I didn't realize it would be so difficult to accomplish. I wanted to bring my kids and their grandparents together for some good ol' fashioned family time. But, those gatherings never quite hit the mark. My kids were glued to their gadgets, and the grandparents struggled to connect across the generational gap.
But then, something magical happened!
I decided to shake things up. Instead of the usual routine, we did something totally different—a family project to build a flashlight!
Grandma and Grandpa, the grandchildren and my wife gathered around the kitchen table, excitement filled the air. With a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of laughter, we dove into the project together. The kids, usually lost in their screens, couldn't get enough of the DIY adventure. And the grandparents? Well, they were like kids again, sharing stories and lending a helping hand.
Before they knew it, the flashlight flickered to life, it was a moment of pure magic—a lightbulb moment, if you will—where barriers vanished, and connections sparkled.
From that day on, the family workshops became a cherished tradition. The grandkids begged for more, eager to dive into new projects with their beloved grandparents by their side.
And Grandma and Grandpa? They couldn't have been happier, basking in the joy of sharing their wisdom and love with the ones they held dear.
Join us on this journey of discovery, where every intergenerational STEM night brings the same joy and excitement to your community and make memories that will light up our lives forever.
INTERGENERATIONAL EVENTS TARGET THE ELEMENTS OF SUCCESSFUL AGING
Mental
Learning New Things
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Social
Improve Self-Esteem
Gives a Sense of Purpose
Social and Collaborative
Physical
Fine and Gross Motor Skills
Finger Strength and Dexterity
Hand-Eye Coordination
CHOOSE YOUR WORKSHOP
Electro-Morse
Armed with basic components, they construct simple circuits to encode their secret messages. Each circuit becomes a vital piece of their encoded puzzle. Then, in a thrilling exchange, participants transmit and decipher messages using their circuits, unveiling the hidden codes crafted by their peers.
He shoots, He Scores
an exhilarating project where participants fuse engineering with gaming excitement! Building first-class levers and triangular structures, participants craft a shooting game that promises thrills. With each flick of the lever, players test their aim and precision, aiming to hit the target.
Light-Up Your Day
Creativity meets circuitry to illuminate any occasion! With parallel circuits at their disposal, participants craft personalized greeting cards that literally light up the recipient's day. Assembling LEDs and batteries into intricate designs, they infuse their cards with a radiant glow that adds an extra touch of magic to every message.
Operation
DIY meets dexterity in an electrifying game of skill! Participants construct intricate circuits, carefully balancing components to create a delicate web of connections. The challenge? Navigate through the circuit without triggering it! With steady hands and sharp focus, players maneuver through the maze, testing their precision and fine motor skills with each delicate step.
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Penalty Shootout
Soccer meets engineering in a game of precision and power! Participants delve into the realm of engineering as they assemble the game components from scratch. The shooter aims to score by harnessing elasticity Meanwhile, the goalie relies on levers and fulcrums to save the shot, laying the foundation for an electrifying soccer showdown.
Cornhole DIY
DIY enthusiasts gather to craft their very own cornhole games! Participants dive into the world of and incline planes and measurements as they design and build their custom cornhole boards. As the bean bags fly through the air, the workshop buzzes with excitement as everyone cheers for their favorite shots.
Chopsticks and spoons
where simplicity meets skill in a game of precision and dexterity! Participants dive into the world of simple levers as they design and build their own challenging games. Armed with creativity and a steady hand, participants craft their games to test the limits of their dexterity and fine motor skills. As the competition unfolds, the workshop buzzes with excitement as players strive to master the art of lever manipulation.
Pintball
Participants embark on a thrilling journey as they design and construct their own marble-flinging games. Using a combination of elastic bands and incline planes, players aim to launch marbles with just the right amount of force and trajectory to score the most points. Armed with ingenuity and a steady hand, participants fine-tune their designs to optimize accuracy and challenge.
Shoot-The-Moon
Participants immerse themselves in the world of fulcrums, levers, and gravity as they design and build their very own Shoot the Moon games. As the ball teeters and totters along the course, the workshop echoes with excitement and anticipation, as everyone watches to see if their creation will conquer the challenge.
Duck Hunt
Participants immerse themselves in the world of kinetic energy as they design and build their very own duck hunt games. Using elastic bands as the driving force, players aim to shoot down targets with precise timing and accuracy. Armed with creativity and a keen eye, participants craft their games to challenge their reflexes and marksmanship.
Additionator
Participants embark on a hands-on journey as they construct their very own math-themed game boards using levers and fulcrums. Each lever adjustment requires precise fine motor skills, enhancing dexterity and coordination. The workshop buzzes with excitement as participants showcase their math prowess on their way to victory.
