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Monday AM – Cyber Security Challenge: Crack Codes, Stop a Cyber-Attack, and Save the Day!

Join us for a thrilling digital defense adventure where you’ll dive into the exciting world of cyber security! Through a series of fun puzzles and missions, you’ll develop your cyber skills and learn how to crack codes, prevent cyber-attacks, and protect sensitive information.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Digital Defense Training: Learn the basics of cyber security and how it keeps us safe in the online world.

• Code Cracking: Test your skills by solving complex puzzles that reveal hidden codes.

• Cyber-Attack Scenarios: Experience hands-on missions where you’ll work to stop a cyber-attack and save the day!

• Problem-Solving Fun: Tackle a variety of exciting challenges that will put your critical thinking and teamwork to the test.

This workshop is perfect for tech-savvy kids who are excited to explore the digital world and gain valuable cyber security knowledge!

Monday PM – Tech-Saurus: Creating and Coding Animatronic Dinosaurs with LEGO

Step into the world of prehistoric creatures and robotics with Tech-Saurus! In this exciting hands-on workshop, you’ll use LEGO Spike Prime to create and code your very own robotic dinosaur, bringing these ancient creatures to life through your imagination.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• LEGO Robotics: Build your very own animatronic dinosaur using LEGO Spike Prime and learn the basics of robotics.

• Coding Fun: Use simple coding techniques to control your dino’s movements and actions.

• Creative Exploration: Bring prehistoric creatures to life as you design and customize your robotic dinosaurs.

• Team Collaboration: Work with friends and fellow participants to create and showcase your dino creations.

This workshop is perfect for young innovators and dino enthusiasts who want to bring their imagination to life with coding and robotics!

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Zoo entry

• Expert-led workshop

• Refreshments

Tuesday AM – The Foundation of AI: A Minecraft Workshop

Step into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence and discover how it can be used for good! In this engaging workshop, you’ll explore AI concepts through fun and creative Minecraft challenges, building your understanding of technology while having a blast.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• AI Fundamentals: Learn the basics of Artificial Intelligence and how it can positively impact the world.

• Minecraft Challenges: Solve creative challenges that help you understand AI concepts through Minecraft’s unique blocks and features.

• Hands-On Learning: Experiment with AI tools and witness firsthand how Minecraft can be used to demonstrate AI’s potential.

• Teamwork and Innovation: Work with friends to solve problems and apply AI in the Minecraft world!

This workshop is perfect for young minds interested in technology and how it can change the world, all through the lens of their favorite game, Minecraft.

Tuesday PM – Creature Correspondents: Reporting Live from Hoo Zoo

Become a wildlife reporter for the day and learn how to create and edit your very own zoo news segment! In this interactive session, you’ll explore how to film, edit, and present engaging news reels, all while discovering fascinating facts about the animals at Hoo Zoo.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Wildlife Reporting: Learn the ins and outs of being a zoo reporter and how to create an exciting news segment.

• Hands-On Filming: Use cameras and editing tools to create your very own zoo news reel, featuring your favorite animals.

• Editing Skills: Discover how to cut, edit, and enhance your footage to make a professional-quality news segment.

• Creative Storytelling: Write and present your own news story, bringing the wonders of Hoo Zoo to life for your audience!

Perfect for aspiring journalists and young animal enthusiasts, this workshop lets you become the star reporter of your very own zoo news broadcast.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry into the Zoo
Professional Lead Workshop
Refreshment Drink

AGE RANGE
This workshop is available for children 9-12 years old. 

Wednesday AM – VR & CoSpaces: Creating a Virtual Zoo Tour

Step into the exciting world of virtual reality and create your own animal exhibition! In this interactive workshop, you’ll design and explore immersive zoo experiences using CoSpaces and VR technology, bringing the wild to life in a whole new way.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Design Your Own Exhibition: Plan and build your very own animal exhibition, choosing from a range of animals and environments.

• Virtual Reality Exploration: Use VR to walk through and explore the zoo you’ve created, bringing your designs to life in 3D.

• Hands-On Learning: Learn how to use CoSpaces and VR technology to craft engaging and educational virtual exhibits.

• Creative Problem-Solving: Work on challenges that require you to think critically and design the best zoo experience for your visitors.

This workshop is perfect for creative thinkers and aspiring tech enthusiasts who want to design and explore exciting new virtual worlds!

Wednesday PM – Mission Robotics: Learn, Build, Solve

Become a robot engineer for the day and take on real-world challenges! In this action-packed workshop, you’ll code and build robots to complete exciting tasks, using robotics and teamwork to solve problems in the world of technology.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Robot Coding: Learn the basics of coding as you program robots to perform a variety of fun tasks.

• Building Robots: Use your engineering skills to assemble and customize robots for different challenges.

• Real-World Problem-Solving: Work in teams to solve practical challenges and see how robots can help tackle real-world issues.

• Collaboration and Teamwork: Use your communication and problem-solving skills to work with fellow participants and achieve your mission.

This workshop is ideal for kids who love technology, teamwork, and solving problems with robots!

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry into the Zoo
Professional Lead Workshop
Refreshment Drink

AGE RANGE
This workshop is available for children 9-12 years old. 

Thursday AM – Attraction Architects: A Sphero Blueprint Challenge

Join us for a fun and challenging engineering adventure where you’ll design and test out the next big theme park attraction using Sphero robots! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll tackle engineering challenges and use your creativity to bring a thrilling attraction to life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Engineering Challenges: Use Sphero robots to solve real-world design problems and test your ideas for new attractions.

• Blueprint Design: Learn how to create detailed blueprints for your theme park ride using Sphero’s technology.

• Creative Problem-Solving: Work in teams to design, test, and refine your theme park attraction, just like a real engineer.

• Hands-On Fun: See your design come to life with Sphero robots as you test and adjust your creations.

This workshop is perfect for aspiring engineers and theme park enthusiasts who want to get hands-on with technology and design exciting new attractions!

Thursday PM – Fun and Flight in Minecraft

Ready to take flight? In this exciting workshop, you’ll explore the science of flight while building your very own flying course in Minecraft! Learn the physics behind flying and experiment with different ways to soar through the sky in the world of blocks.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Science of Flight: Learn the basic principles of aerodynamics and how they apply to flight in both the real world and Minecraft.

• Minecraft Course Creation: Design and build your own flying course, using Minecraft’s blocks to create obstacles, ramps, and airspace.

• Hands-On Learning: Experiment with flight mechanics in Minecraft and test your creations to see how well they fly.

• Explore Physics: Understand how forces like lift, drag, and thrust work while you take to the skies in your Minecraft world.

This workshop is perfect for young learners who are curious about flight and love building in Minecraft!

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry into the Zoo
Professional Lead Workshop
Refreshment Drink

AGE RANGE
This workshop is available for children 9-12 years old. 

Build Challenge: Design and Prototype an Innovative Electronic Solution

Get ready for a full-day, hands-on workshop that will test your creativity and engineering skills! Inspired by the Faraday Challenge, this workshop challenges you to design and prototype a groundbreaking electronic solution, pushing the limits of what’s possible with technology.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Creative Problem-Solving: Work through real-world challenges to design a unique and functional electronic solution.

• Hands-On Engineering: Use a variety of tools and materials to build your prototype, applying principles of engineering, electronics, and design.

• Collaborative Teamwork: Team up with other participants to brainstorm, plan, and create your innovative solution.

• Prototype Development: Take your ideas from concept to reality by building a working model of your electronic solution.

• Presentation and Feedback: Showcase your final prototype, receiving feedback from experts to refine and improve your designs.

This workshop is perfect for young engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers eager to dive into the world of electronics and prototype development. Let your imagination guide you and see how far your creativity can take you!

WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry into the Zoo
Professional Lead Workshop
Refreshment Drink

AGE RANGE
This workshop is available for children 9-12 years old.