KIDTECH FEST

WHAT?In 1873, 15-year-old Chester Greenwood astounded the world with an innovative new product based on an idea he had while ice-skating.  He invented earmuffs!  The Children’s Museum of Houston invites you to unleash your imagination and bring your own ideas to life during the KidTech WonderWeek.  Tinker with technology, come up with new creations and discover what the future holds for the next generation of young inventors like you!  The Museum is also celebrating the release of its new free app, “More CMH,” which will allow you to experience the Museum in a whole new way!  “More CMH” is available now on iTunes and Google Play. SPECIAL EVENTS:

• Sunrise International Dance Company: Watch animals come to life in an enchanting performance of beautiful costumes and artistic dance! 

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES:

• DIY Room Alarm: Give your home a little added security at Inventors’ Workshop. 
• Invention Inspiration: Discover how inventions are inspired by nature at EcoStation.
• How Was Velcro Invented?: Experiment with the sticky science of Velcro at EcoStation.
• Loom Bracelets: Celebrate a young woman’s invention of the weaving loom at Junktion.
• Alien Ears: Amplify your hearing by designing alien ears that are out of this world at Junktion.
• Pennant Flags: Design your own flag to honor child inventions across the nation at Junktion.
• Paper Sculptures: Bend and glue paper strips to make abstract art at Alexander Art Academy.
• LEGO® Sort: Sort LEGOs® according to their similarities at ExxonMobil Math Cart.
• LEGO® Symmetry: Link LEGOs® into symmetrical patterns at ExxonMobil Math Cart.
• Marshmallow Bridges: Channel your inner architect at Science Station.
• Computer Hard Drives: Simulate how computers store information at Science Station.
• Color Changing Beads: Watch light transform beads from clear to colorful at Science Station.