4-H science explorers meet at the Sherburne Public Library
4-H STEM study and nature related hands-on learning for ages 8 and up, is taking place from 3:30 to 4 p.m., on the fourth Monday of every month, downstairs, at the Sherburne Public Library, located at 2 East Street. Last month, participants learned about paper circuits and then made them. They used copper tape to make a circuit with a battery and LED and light up their sign/design on the other side of their paper. (Submitted photo)
SHERBURNE — The Chenango County 4-H is offering an after school science and nature program at the Sherburne Public Library.
The program is STEM based, focusing on nature and hands-on learning for ages 8 and up. It will take place from 3:30 to 4 p.m., on the fourth Monday of every month, downstairs, at the Sherburne Public Library, located at 2 East Street.
STEM study is a teaching approach that combines science, technology, engineering, and math.
“The after-school program has been offered for about 4 years now, and you don't have to be in 4-H to join,” said 4-H Educator Erica Clark.
Clark said they meet downstairs in the library and each month learn from different STEM or nature related hands-on experiences.
She said STEM programs are very important for youth to engage in. They can help build problem solving and critical thinking skills. There are so many applications for these skills, personally and professionally, and they generally enjoy the challenges involved.
“Last month, participants learned about paper circuits and then made them. They used copper tape to make a circuit, with a battery and LED, to light up their sign/design on the other side of their paper,” said Clark.
She said nature is also very important and studies have shown that engaging in nature and the natural world can improve one's health.
“My hope is to get youth excited about nature and being outdoors. If they can find an activity that draws them in, they may have a hobby for life,” she said.
“I try to encourage our after-school participants to join our free Chenango County 4-H programs,” Clark said. “Then they can experience snowshoeing, kayaking, hiking, using a compass, fishing and more fun nature programs, while making new friends.” She said parents typically drop off the participants at the meetings, and they usually have a small group of 8 or so, but she would love to have more youth involved.
To register, call the Sherburne Public Library at 607-674-4242 or email 4-H Educator Erica Clark at elc97@cornell.edu.
The program is STEM based, focusing on nature and hands-on learning for ages 8 and up. It will take place from 3:30 to 4 p.m., on the fourth Monday of every month, downstairs, at the Sherburne Public Library, located at 2 East Street.
STEM study is a teaching approach that combines science, technology, engineering, and math.
“The after-school program has been offered for about 4 years now, and you don't have to be in 4-H to join,” said 4-H Educator Erica Clark.
Clark said they meet downstairs in the library and each month learn from different STEM or nature related hands-on experiences.
She said STEM programs are very important for youth to engage in. They can help build problem solving and critical thinking skills. There are so many applications for these skills, personally and professionally, and they generally enjoy the challenges involved.
“Last month, participants learned about paper circuits and then made them. They used copper tape to make a circuit, with a battery and LED, to light up their sign/design on the other side of their paper,” said Clark.
She said nature is also very important and studies have shown that engaging in nature and the natural world can improve one's health.
“My hope is to get youth excited about nature and being outdoors. If they can find an activity that draws them in, they may have a hobby for life,” she said.
“I try to encourage our after-school participants to join our free Chenango County 4-H programs,” Clark said. “Then they can experience snowshoeing, kayaking, hiking, using a compass, fishing and more fun nature programs, while making new friends.” She said parents typically drop off the participants at the meetings, and they usually have a small group of 8 or so, but she would love to have more youth involved.
To register, call the Sherburne Public Library at 607-674-4242 or email 4-H Educator Erica Clark at elc97@cornell.edu.
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