Welcome to Kids Day @ SLAC 2008

Paleontology: There is a dinosaur at SLAC! Well, not a dinosaur but a really old (15 million years old) mammal! Learn about Paleoparadoxia, unearthed here at SLAC. Go on your own expedition - DIG DEEP!

• Critters.
• Cutting or bumping yourself with a digging tool.

• Look for and keep away from critters (snakes, ticks and spiders).
• Wash your hands when done.
• Use tools carefully.
• Wear safety glasses.

Hydro Rockets 2: At SLAC we look at tiny sub atomic particles. We send our detectors into space on rockets - HAVE A BLAST!

• Plastic bottle under pressure could rupture.
• Getting hit by a rocket.

• Stand back while bottle is pressurized and launched; pay attention and DO NOT TRY TO CATCH IT!
• Wear safety glasses.

Monster Muscles: Learn how levers and pulleys work. Play tug of war and see the little guy over come the big guy! Weigh yourself and learn how to lift yourself up with half your weight! Brains, not brawn, win - RULE!

• Fingers pinched in pulleys.
• Sudden drop in lever.

• Pay attention to what is going on.
• Watch you fingers.

Magnetics: Build your own electromagnet and use it in a “shocking” demonstration of “step up” power. Test your aim with a magnet powered accelerator. Make your own magnets and - PUSH! PULL!

• Electricity

• Listen to your instructor.
• Wear safety glasses.