Crystal Lake Park District Offers 2 NEW Classes Related to STEM Learning

Based on requests from parents, the Crystal Lake Park District is offering 2 new classes with a focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning. Register online at www.crystallakeparks.org or in person at the Crystal Lake Park District Admin. Office, One East Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake. For more information contact Jessica Ortega at (815) 459-0680, ext. 1213.

Bricks 4 Kidz

Ages 5-9 years

Our Bricks for Kidz classes build on the universal popularity of LEGO Bricks to deliver a high quality of educational play. Each one-hour weekly class is a fun, enriching experience for your child. Kids build a new motorized project each week using the classic and technical LEGO elements loved by generations of children. They think it's COOL, you know it's EDUCATIONAL! Each session is a different theme, so you don't want to miss out!

Location: Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake

Program Fee: $135

Resident Discount Fee: $125

MISSION TO SPACE

Code 221703-01 Saturday, Jan 14 - Feb 18, 10-11 am

LAWS OF MOTION

Code 221703-01 Feb 25 - April 1, 10-11 am

TRANSPORTATION

Code 221703-01 April 8 - May 13, 10-11 am

Jr. Robotics

Ages 9-12

How would you like to turn your next LEGO creation into a robot, programmed to do exactly what you tell it to do? The popular Bricks 4 Kidz Jr. Robotics class offers all the fun of building with LEGO Bricks, PLUS the challenge of computer programming! Using drag-and-drop icon based software provides an introduction into the world of computer programming and robotics that will equip children to succeed in a technology-based marketplace. This fun, action-packed class combines real-life skills with real-life fun!

Location: Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake

Program Fee: $150

Resident Discount Fee: $140

Code 221707-01 Saturdays, Jan 14 - Feb 18, 11:15 am-12:15 pm

Code 221707-02 Saturdays, Feb 25 - Apr 1, 111:15 am-12:15 pm

Code 221707-03 Saturdays, Apr 8 - May 13, 11:15 am-12:15 pm