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FAQs
Q: What is Brainstorm Challenge?
A: The By Kids For Kids (BKFK) Brainstorm Challenge 2006
is a summer Inventive Thinking Program developed by By Kids For Kids -
in partnership with the Nation's top Children's and Science Museums and
Learning Centers.
Q: Who is it for?
A: The BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 is for Kids grades
K-8. Because we know this is a large age span in a child's development
– all materials and activities have been developed specifically
for two age groups: Group #1:Kids - grades K-3, Group #2:Kids - grades
4-8
Q: What specifically will my child get to do?
A: The BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 lets kids bang,
bend, and brainstorm as they take a shot at inventing the next best Toy,
Game or Sporting Good of the future. Each activity is a fun, fast 45 minutes
of hands-on building that starts with their idea and ends with their invention
that they get to take home with them the same day. Every child will be
given the tools to maximize their creative potential – and have
fun doing it! (Participants may be considered as part of a national search
for the next best invention run by BKFK).
Q: Where can I sign up my child for 'The Challenge'
?
A: The BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 is offered exclusively
through 47 of the Nation's top Children's and Science Museums and Learning
Centers as part of their Summer 2006 programming. (See the Participating
Museums page).
Q: When does it start?
A: The Official BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 Summer
Kick Off was May 1, 2006. Each Participating Museum will follow its own
individual summer programming calendar.
Q: Is this a camp?
A: Each Official BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 Museum
site has been given the materials and latitude to offer the program in
several formats:
a. As individual classes
b. As part of a summer series
c. As part of a week-long camp
Many sites will offer all options – so check with the site near you to see how they will be presenting 'The Challenge'.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Each Official BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 Museum
site is responsible for setting their own summer programming schedule,
as well as determining visitor/member cost. Check with the site near you
for details.
Q: Can my child participate individually?
A:The BKFK Brainstorm Challenge 2006 is offered exclusively
through 47 Official BKFK Brainstorm Challenge Museum Sites. However, if
your child loves inventing and has a great idea but cannot attend a class
or camp – go to www.bkfk.com
to learn more about By Kids For Kids – and the many opportunities
there for young aspiring inventors
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