Somerset: Engineering for Kids Junior STEM Club Session 2 (Grades: K-4)
Calling all future engineers! It’s time to develop your critical thinking, problem solving and collaboration skills through engineering disciplines.
Jump into an exciting new school year with all-new lessons! Whether you're a new or returning student, the Engineering For Kids Jr. Engineering/STEM Club offers hands-on, engaging activities each week to spark curiosity and creativity. Students will explore engineering concepts while developing essential 21st-century skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork—building confidence to tackle challenges in and out of the classroom.
Fall Session 1 Lessons:
Order may vary:
Chemical Engineering |
Students experiment with different materials to create a bubbling, chemical-reaction-powered witch’s brew. |
Mechanical Engineering |
Students get a hands-on lesson in air-powered thrust and inertia as they design and test a propeller-driven car. |
| Marine Engineering Reef Relief |
Students learn about the importance of coral reefs and design their own |
Mechanical Engineering Spinner |
Students build their own spinning toy and learn how momentum keeps a rotating object in motion. |
| Electrical Engineering Light It Up |
Students explore basic circuits by building a simple LED-powered light-up toy. |
Civil Engineering |
Students are challenged to design and build a sturdy, non-edible gingerbread |
Engineering for Kids Minneapolis
Instructor
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Instructors:
- Engineering for Kids Minneapolis
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Nov 10th 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |
| Tue, Nov 17th 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |
| Tue, Nov 24th 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |
| Tue, Dec 1st 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |
| Tue, Dec 8th 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |
| Tue, Dec 15th 2026 | 2:15 - 3:15 PM | 197 Somerset Elementary School |