STEM & Stories

The LSU College of Science and Office of Academic Innovation and Engagement invites children in kindergarten through third grade to explore the worlds of math and science through an exciting science story time adventure led by some of the university’s top scientists and mathematicians. Each story time is followed by a fun, hands-on activity that allows the young scientists to feed their curiosity and take an even deeper dive into a math and science discovery.

Geaux Science Explorations: STEM & Stories is free and open to the public.

Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Audience: K-3rd Grade

Locations: Main Library at Goodwood, Eden Park Branch Library, and Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library.

Space is limited so registration is required. 2025 registration will open in December.

 

Location Details

Main Library at Goodwood

Address: 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Reader: Dr. Ivan Agullo and special guest Dr. Gaby González

Book: "How to Hear the Universe: Gaby González and the Search for Einstein's Ripples in Space-Time" by Patricia Valdez

Activities: Physics Themed

Capacity: 40

 

Eden Park Branch Library

Address: 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

Reader: Dr. Rabi Musah

Book: TBA

Activities: Chemistry Themed

Capacity: 30

 

Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library

Address: 11300 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70814

Reader: Dr. David Shea Vela-Vick

Book: "I'm Trying to Love Math" by Bethany Barton

Activities: Math Themed

Capacity: 30

 

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Parent Testimonials

  • “The looks on the kids faces are priceless. My daughter's excitement and curiosity will keep us coming back.”
  • “I appreciate any and all opportunities for kids to connect with researchers and make science more accessible.”
  • “Thank you so much for hosting these events for our children of the future. I hope they grow up to be like you.”