Mad Science of Iowa presents "Fizz, Pop, Spark, Boom!!"
Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,391
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2014
End Date
July 2014
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Blue Earth
Project Overview
This highly interactive "impact assembly show" will demonstrate laws of chemistry in a fun and entertaining way. Jim Birkel will show how science can be dynamic and enjoyable. Mr. Birkel will show how common household items can be the basis for chemistry experiments in different, imaginative ways. Mr. Birkel has been providing educational programs for young people for 10 years.
Project Details
168 participated
Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: 2014 Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,391
Other Funds Leveraged
$160
Direct expenses
$1,551
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
The audience will be entertained and educated about basic science principles with common, everyday items; participate in this highly interactive program; have a better understanding of basic science and be encouraged to continue to learn and explore the wonderful world of science.
Measurable Outcome(s)
The audiences in all three locations were amazed with experiments using everyday items while learning basic principles of science and chemistry. They were encouraged to learn more about the presentation they witnessed and stay curious to this incredible world. All attendees provided positive feedback about the program and the presenter and felt it was very worthwhile.
Project Manager
First Name
Dayle
Last Name
Zelenka
Organization Name
Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative
Street Address
1400 Madison Avenue, Suite 622
City
Mankato
State
MN
Zip Code
56002
Phone
(507)625-6169
Email
dzelen@tds.lib.mn.us
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