Earth and Space Investigators - 5 Day

Earth Science, Secret Codes, Nature, Space and the Science Behind Sports! more info...
Location: Saint Louis University
Dates: Monday, June 8, 2026 -
Friday, June 12, 2026 details
Grades: K - Gr 5
Section #: SLU087
Registration closes: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
PRICE: $325

Registration

Please register through our community partner.
Name: Saint Louis University
Phone: 314-977-3534



Description

Discover the world around you as you investigate everything from the earth below to the skies above. Explore nature around you and find out how science can help us to protect our planet. Contemplate communication as you converse in codes. Experience how Newton's laws are at work in your favorite sports and join the ranks of space scientists examining the mysteries of the solar system!

Formerly called: Space Alien Travelers

Additional Information

Earth Awareness
Investigate how science can help us protect our planet. Uncover the basics of water pollution & acid rain. Use the powers of the sun to make a leaf picture on special sun print paper. Taste your own solar nachos and recycle as you create your own paper.
Mad Messages
Discover how to send secret messages using codes! Learn about morse code & and use it to send messages. Create your very own colorful transparency picture that shines like a rainbow. Find out how our special goldenrod paper mysteriously changes color!
Nature
Investigate flowers as you discover how they can change colors. Pound flowers into a mosaic and then decorate hats to protect yourself from the sun. Learn about animals, their habitats, and the foods they eat. Even create your cast of an animal footprint!
Science of Sport
What do football players, scientists, & ballet dancers have in common? Discover how sports work using Newton’s Laws of Motion. Test your theories with astroblasters and a challenging egg toss. Make your own balancing project to take home!
Space Day
Discover how to live & play in space. Get water to stay in the cup when it is upside down! Use thermal paper to find out how space suits protect astronauts. Find out the distance between planets with toilet paper. Shoot for the stars with a rocket!

Schedule

Monday, June 8, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday, June 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday, June 12, 2026
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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