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STEM: Flood Barriers

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Event Type:

Kids, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens

Age Group:

Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
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Program Description

Event Details

Oh, no! Torrential rains are coming and flooding is predicted. Can you create a barrier to keep your doghouse from flooding? First, test the absorbency of several materials and then build a paper house and experiment to see what’s your best barrier to keep your doghouse dry. For ages 5-12.