Lunar and Planetary Institute






Family Space Days


Children between the ages of 5 and 8 are invited to
bring their families to explore space science!

FREE EVENT!

When the fun begins: From 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month.

Make a day of it!
Families are encouraged to bring lunch on sunny days and to enjoy a picnic on the Lunar and Planetary Institute's grounds.

Where to go: The Lunar and Planetary Institute!

The Institute is located at USRA, 3600 Bay Area Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77058. A map of the region and the LPI location is available for download.

Activities/What to Expect: Hands-on activities and demonstrations will allow children and their families to explore the theme of the day for themselves. Read stories! Color pictures! Get messy with theme-based crafts and learn!

What's to Come

2008

July 19 – Venus and Volcanos!

August 16 – Gas Giants!

September 20 – Robotics!

Please note: Each child must be accompanied by a responsible parent or adult the entire time they are visiting the LPI.

For more information contact Katy Buckaloo, Education Assistant, 281-486-2106, or buckaloo@lpi.usra.edu.

 

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