Kids’ Art & Science Workshop: Sydney Harbor Bridge

Join us at the Village Arts Factory as our instructors from STEAMNSlime (formerly Challenge Island) show your kids what it takes to build the Sydney Harbor Bridge! With this construction theme, the children will learn and utilize the scientific concepts of force and gravity. They will think through the challenges faced by engineers in building bridges, such as the strength needed, and what shape or design will be the strongest. Organized in groups, the children will flex their art skills to create a harbor water scene that includes marine wildlife. Next, they will build a bridge across their harbor that is at least 12 inches long, consisting of at least 2 levels, and testing it to see how much weight it supports. This is an awesome opportunity for your kids to learn how art, physics, and engineering can work together to create something fun and educational! Space is limited to 20 participants; be sure to secure your spot by registering today!

About STEAMNSlime

All STEAMNSlime lessons have a core concept of working in groups to follow the scientific process through brainstorming ideas, planning designs, testing, and revising. Through this, participants not only learn and practice the scientific process, but also develop 21st Century skills or “soft skills”. This is done by creating an environment where the students have to use positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others throughout the process.

Location

Sydney Harbor Bridge will take place at the Village Arts Factory, located at 50755 Cherry Hill Road in Canton, Michigan.