Become familiar with the stunning work of Yuyi Morales as you read her stories, and then create marvelous craft projects inspired by her unique, Mexican-influenced style.
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Children's book author and illustrator Yuyi Morales was born in Xalapa, Mexico in 1968. The influence of her Mexican heritage helps to shape all of the picture books she has created. Become familiar with the stunning work of Yuyi Morales as you read her stories, and then create marvelous craft projects inspired by her unique style.
Mixed Media Landscapes
Take inspiration from children’s author and artist Yuyi Morales! Craft your landscape using textured paper, buttons, markers, and your imagination!
Location: Art Academy
Field Guide to Native Insects
Build an insect guide you can fold, color, and take on your next nature hunt!
Location: EcoStation
Dream Weavers
Read Dreamers, then weave your own dream weaver to catch all of your amazing dreams and remind you to make them come true!
Location: Junktion
Frida Portraits
Read Viva Frida and create your own Frida portrait using paper flowers.
Location: Junktion
Lucha Libre Mask
Read Niño Wrestles the World and learn how to make a cool Lucha Libre mask worn by Mexican wrestlers.
Location: Junktion
Thermoplastic Worlds
Learn about thermoplastic polymers through two different experiments. You will mold and color your own thermoplastic creations based on planets like Earth, Mars, Jupiter, etc.
Location: Science Station
Density Towers
Learn about density by making a small liquid column in a test tube you take home with you!
Location: Power Science Lab
Pupil Response Chart
Learn about how the nervous system works together with eye muscles to dilate and constrict the pupils based on the amount of available light.
Location: Power Science Lab
Playground Architects!
Create your own playground equipment out of popsicle sticks! Engineer working miniature swings, slides, merry-go-rounds, see-saws, monkey-bars, and more!
Location: Inventor's Workshop
Glowing Up!
Build your own light wand, and then use it to make an amazing light-doodle work of art!
Location: Maker's Annex
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