MINT Wednesday in Jena: Exciting Insect Research for Curious Children
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Discovering insects and tinkering together at MINT Wednesday in Jena
Curious children from elementary school age and their adult companions will experience an exciting MINT Wednesday on September 30, 2026, at the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena. This time, the workshop on level 0 is all about insects. The open offer invites families to observe, experiment, and discover together.
Researching with all senses
What insects live in our surroundings? How do beetles, butterflies, and other little crawlers differ? At MINT Wednesday, children encounter nature with open eyes and many questions. The theme of insects connects precise observation with playful learning and makes scientific connections easily understandable for children.
Open experimentation with witelo e.V.
witelo e.V. brings its witelo boxes to the library and creates an open offer for tinkering. Children can develop their own ideas, try out materials, and gradually find out how something works. This learning experience strengthens curiosity, problem-solving thinking, fine motor skills, and confidence in their own abilities.
Family time without registration
MINT Wednesday begins at 4 PM and is expected to last until 5:30 PM. Friends are certainly welcome. No registration is required, so families can spontaneously participate and enjoy a varied learning time together.
Age-appropriate, safe, and accessible
The offer is aimed at children from elementary school age. Adults are warmly invited to accompany the children and address their questions. The Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena is designated as family-friendly and accessible. The experiments take place in the library's workshop and are accompanied within the framework of the open offer.
Free admission and right in the middle of Jena
Attendance at MINT Wednesday is free. The Ernst-Abbe-Library is located at Engelplatz 2 in the center of Jena, providing an easily reachable place for shared time, children's laughter, and learning fun. Those who enjoy discovering will find a relaxed family experience with genuine research spirit here.
Conclusion: MINT Wednesday combines natural knowledge, practical learning experience, and collaborative experimentation. Families experience how exciting insects can be and how much fun science is. Mark the date now and discover the family experience at the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena live.
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