Kids STEM Workshop: Solar Heat Lab - “Catch The Sun” (Grades 3–6)

This hands‑on workshop introduces a simple, guided project that helps kids explore how sunlight warms materials using a classic solar pizza‑box oven. It’s fun, approachable, and built for curious minds.

💡 Who It’s For: Kids in grades 3–6

🔬 What to Expect:

A friendly, guided science activity led by Future Leaders STEM Lab with support from Sustainable South Jersey volunteers. Kids will explore a hands‑on solar oven project, ask questions, and learn in a supportive, positive environment.

🌟 Cost: Free — registration required to save a spot.

Please reserve just for the child and not accompanying adults.

📍 Location: Collingswood Community Center

30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
Parking in the back.

🌎 Hosted By

Sustainable South Jersey

Future Leaders STEM Lab

Good to Know:

• 1 hour in-person event
• Under 14 with parent or legal guardian
• Doors open at 12:55 PM

Info: Kids get settled, meet the instructors from Future Leaders STEM Lab and Sustainable South Jersey, and hear a quick intro to how sunlight warms materials.

Info: Guided, hands‑on activity using foil, plastic wrap, and a simple pizza box to explore how sunlight creates warmth.

Info: Kids share what they noticed, compare results, and ask questions with all partners supporting.

Info: A short, kid‑friendly wrap‑up connecting the activity to real‑world solar energy and the people who work in the field

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Collingswood Community Center, 30 Collings Avenue, Collingswood, United States

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