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Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering

2021-12-08 16:30:00 2021-12-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be sent to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing encouraged. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. Allapattah Branch -

Wednesday, December 08
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-12-08 16:30:00 2021-12-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Kitchen Science - Gingerbread House Engineering The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be sent to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing encouraged. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs. Allapattah Branch -

The art and science of gingerbread house construction has driven competitions around the world. With the guidance of FIU CASE, learn how to create the best gingerbread structure using kitchen chemistry, the engineering design process, and holiday cheer! A list of required and suggested ingredients will be sent to participants who wish to create their own project to take home. Social distancing encouraged. Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 8 - 12 yrs.

Materials Needed:

  • Pre-made gingerbread – OR substitute items like graham crackers
  • Pre-made icing
  • A suitable cookie sheet and cover to transport

Optional Materials:

  • Hard candies
  • Gum drops
  • Chocolate
  • Other delectable treats of your choosing to serve as decorative or structural elements

AGE GROUP: | Tween (8-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | In-Person | Holiday | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | Tween | STEM | Learning and Classes | In-Person | Arts and Crafts |

Allapattah Branch

customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-638-6086
Branch manager
Harry Varela

Hours
We're closed Friday May 09
Mon, May 05 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 09 Closed
Sat, May 10 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, May 11 Closed

Branch manager
Harry Varela
Address
1799 NW 35 Street
Miami, FL 33142
Tel: 305-638-6086

Upcoming events

Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Tue, May 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Gaming Space
The story of Julian's grandmother, Grandmère. Traveling back to her traumatic childhood, she recounts her time as a Jewish girl in Nazi-occupied France. Seeking shelter in a small village, she finds a family who takes her in and hides her away from the Nazi forces. What follows is a poignant tale about friendship and survival in the most difficult times. A sequel to the 2017 film Wonder. 120 minutes. For more information, please contact 305-638-6086 or lezcanoe@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+

Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Sat, May 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Gaming Space,Children's Room Seating Area
Enjoy an engaging jam session celebrating classic children's songs and books in English and Spanish with Mr. J. Come ready to sing, dance and learn! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-638-6086 or varelah@mdpls.org. All ages.

Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.