COLD SPRING, Kentucky (WXIX) – Science in Play2Go, a miniature version of the Kentucky Science Center’s signature Science in Play exhibit, opened Saturday, September 3 at the Cold Spring Branch of the Campbell County Public Library.

“I think this will have a big impact on children. Children learn a lot through play and school, but it is also important to spread that education around the world and learn in various places such as libraries and parks. Amy Carroll, Adult/Teen Programming Coordinator, Campbell County Public Library, said:

Designed specifically for children ages 8 and under, Science in Play2Go is built on the concept of endless play and ‘loose parts’ (material that can be reimagined in countless ways), allowing children to explore science, technology, and more. , engineering and art can be developed naturally. and math skills.

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Science in Play2Go is available free to the community and participating libraries thanks to the support and partnership of the Kentucky Library and Archives (KDLA).

The traveling exhibit is open to the community during regular library hours through Sunday, November 27th.

Play2Go’s Science excursions and group visits are recommended. Groups such as schools and local community centers can contact the library directly to arrange a visit. Science in Play2Go is designed to act as a community resource, providing at-home activities for parents and caregivers to do science with their children and tools to facilitate early childhood learning To do.

Activities include big bright blue building blocks, small roller coasters, and other elements.

“The library is not as quiet as many people remember, but if you want a quiet study room, I want you to know that there is a quiet study room. And there are three other branches that aren’t as noisy as this one,” says Carroll.

The Cold Spring Branch hosts events such as Teen Day on October 21st and Sensory Saturday on November 12th. For more information about these events and more, visit the Campbell County Public Library Facebook page.

The Campbell County Public Library operates four branches, the Cold Spring branch at 3920 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, phone 859-781-6166. For more information, please visit this website.

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