In-House Workshops

Hands-On Science Learning for All Ages

We offer an extensive range of in-house science workshops designed to integrate key STEM concepts including space science, mathematics, technology, problem-solving, and teamwork.

Our workshops are tailored to meet the specific interests and needs of school groups and homeschool groups, providing engaging and hands-on activities for students of all ages.

Flexible and Adaptable Learning Opportunities

Each workshop is adaptable to a wide range of age groups and grade levels, ensuring that students receive an educational experience that is both age-appropriate and challenging. Whether your group is looking to delve into the basics of physical science or explore advanced engineering concepts, our workshops provide an exciting and enriching learning environment.

Workshop Details

Duration: Each workshop lasts 2 1/2 hours.

Cost: $525 per class.

Capacity: Limited to 32 students per workshop to ensure a personalized and interactive experience.

Location Flexibility: Workshops can be conducted at the Challenger Learning Center or on location at your school or facility for an additional cost.

Choose Your Workshop

Our curriculum is designed to align with state standards and grade-level expectations, allowing you to count our program hours towards your student's semester credits. We offer programs year-round, featuring a variety of changing themes to keep the content fresh and engaging.

Select the program that matches your homeschooler’s grade level.

Ice Cream Matters

Grades: K-2nd

Cool science meets sweet rewards in this interactive workshop! Students investigate the unique states of dry ice, test the bizarre behavior of non-Newtonian fluids, and uncover the chemistry behind freezing point depression. The experience ends on a delicious note as they make -and taste- their own ice cream, bringing science to life one scoop at a time.

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Astronomy: A Journey Through the Stars

Grades: K-8th

Students embark on an interactive exploration of our universe, discovering planets, stars, and galaxies while learning the science behind their movement and light. Hands-on activities include creating constellations and exploring the night sky through telescope simulations. A planetarium-style show is available as an optional add-on to extend the experience and bring the cosmos to life.

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*NEW StarLab Planetarium

Grades: K-8th

Step inside our newly upgraded portable planetarium and journey across the cosmos without leaving the classroom! From planets and constellations to galaxies and deep-space wonders, each show surrounds students with an immersive, 360° view of space. Often paired with our Astronomy: A Journey through the Stars workshop, this unforgettable add-on brings the universe to life in vivid detail.

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Living in Space

Grades: 2nd-8th

What does it take to survive beyond Earth? Students explore the challenges astronauts face in space, from eating and sleeping to exercising in zero gravity. Through hands-on activities, they experiment with space technology, test astronaut tools, and discover what daily life is really like aboard the International Space Station.

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Rocketry: Ready...Set...Launch!

Grades: 2nd-8th

Students dive into the science of rocketry, exploring the forces that make flight possible. Through hands-on design and building, they create their own rockets, test their engineering choices, and finish with an exciting launch that sends their creations soaring.

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Simple Machines: Gears & Gadgets Lab

Grades: 3rd-5th grade

Students explore the mechanics behind levers, pulleys, wheels, gears, and more while discovering how these tools make work easier. Through hands-on building challenges, they design, test, and improve their own creations, putting simple machine principles into action.

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Robotics & Coding

Grades: 3rd-6th grade

Enter the world where imagination meets innovation! Students design, build, and program their own robots, then put them to the test in exciting challenges and missions. Along the way, they’ll master coding skills, tackle real-world problems, and watch their creations come to life right before their eyes.

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Thermal Engineering: Burn to Learn

Grades: 4th-12th

In this fiery workshop, students investigate the science of heat transfer, combustion, and energy. Through hands-on experiments, they test materials, observe heat in action, and apply engineering principles to solve real-world challenges. 

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Sources of Energy

Grades: 4th-8th grade

Students explore renewable and nonrenewable energy sources, from solar and wind to oil and coal, while learning how each powers our world. Hands-on experiments and interactive demonstrations help them understand energy production, storage, and conservation, inspiring ideas for a more sustainable future.

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