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Animals in Winter: An After-School STEM Event

Grades K-5

We'll learn about how animals deal with cold weather using a take-home kit available at the library. See full description for more information. Registration is required for this private Zoom event.

Animals have to deal with cold weather, and they do so using at least three different methods: migration, hibernation, and adaptation! We'll learn about them and do two experiments to help us understand how animals survive in cold weather. 

We'll see how feathers help keep birds warm and how oil from an oil spill affects the effectiveness of their feathers. A kit to go with this activity will be available at Spokane Public Library branches (spokanelibrary.org/locations_all) starting Monday, December 27. Supplies are limited. 

If you aren't able to pick up the kit and still want to participate here's what you'll need: 

• A large handful of feathers from a craft store (they will not be useable after the experiment)
• 2-3 plastic sandwich zip-lock bags
• Several ice cubes

Our second experiment will help us learn how fat keeps animals warm. You'll need:

• A small jar of petroleum jelly (usually available at the dollar store)
• A bowl of ice water

Technology requirements: You will need a device or computer with an internet connection and the Chrome browser, microphone and speakers to participate.

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