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K-5 Kid's Event / Racing Penguin Iceberg
13240 S W Bayshore Drive
Traverse City, Michigan 49684
April 18 – Racing Penguins Iceberg
Come join us on an imaginary trip to Antarctica! There is so much to learn and see in this land of ice and snow! We will explore the continent of Antarctica, it’s climate & natural habitats, and the adorable penguins who live there as well as their distinct physical features. We’ll identify the physical and behavioral adaptations that help penguins stay warm in the frigid
Climate as well as the different ways penguins move through the snow. We’ll use our knowledge of penguins and potential & kinetic energy to design Penguin Toboggans using various toboggan/sled designs. We’ll race our penguins down inclined planes and that decrease run times by reducing friction and maximizing velocity. Come have an exciting time racing our penguins toward the ocean!
At Challenge Island we work in collaborative groups using positive communication and social skills to interact effectively with others throughout the process. Students will be placed in groups by grade or with those in grades one above or below.
Open to kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Parents should remain at the Great Lakes Children’s Museum, but not in the activity room due to the tight space.
Day/Date: Saturday, April 18th
Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location: The Great Lakes Children’s Museum Activity Room
Cost: $10 per child, $7 each additional child. **Register first child, then email Renee Allen to have additional children registered at the lower price.
Minimum: 10 kids needed for the event to run.
To Register go to the Challenge Island Northwest Michigan secure website at:
https://www.challenge-island.com/nwmichigan/ and click on REGISTER NOW to see the full list of programs running at the Great Lakes Children’s Museum. There are six events between March 7th and May 16th.
For Questions: Email Renee Allen, Owner, at rallen@challenge-island.com