Welcome to ScienceCity and ScienceCity Jr.!

What kind of bug is that? Where did the ice in my juice go? How far away is the moon?  Kids of all ages love to ask questions and explore the world around them. Thanks to a generous grant from the Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold Foundation, the Safford Library provides resources to parents who want to jumpstart their child’s interest in science.  ScienceCity for grades K-6 and ScienceCity Jr. for preschoolers can help encourage your young scientist in several ways:

 
ScienceCity Activities Online

... Gives kids and parents the chance to explore ScienceCity activities at home. Each month features a new theme with activities and experiments to try, books to read and cool websites to check out for kids in grades K-6. Just Click Here for the Grades K-2 or Click Here for Grades 3-6 links to see this month’s ideas.

ScienceCity Jr. Activities outlines easy and inexpensive science-related ideas to share with your preschooler. Preschoolers often learn best by doing, so these monthly activities give them a hands-on opportunity to try a simple at-home science experiment. These ScienceCity Jr. activity ideas are available here and in the library near the ScienceCity Jr. display box.

Remember, all experiments listed on this website should be supervised by an adult. While we try to make age-appropriate selections, the Safford Library is not responsible for the safety of any experiment on this website.

ScienceCity in the Stacks

...is a great way to learn more about any scientific subject. The Safford Library houses a rich collection of books, DVDs and other materials that can help to introduce your child to the wonder of science. Whether you are looking for a DVD on dinosaurs or a book on the moon landing, the Safford Library is the place for science. We also have materials for all ages. From toddler to teen... there is a science book or DVD for you. Just come on into the library or search our online catalog. ScienceCity will also be highlighting a few of our favorites selections every month on its activity page.

ScienceCity Jr. also has a monthly list of recommended science books for preschoolers. The list will be posted here and in the library. To make it even easier for busy parents, the recommended materials will be placed in a ScienceCity Jr. display area at the entrance to the Early Literacy Area (the little children's reading area) in the library.

ScienceCity Special Events

...are just that - special. From time to time, we will be having special programs that are not part of the regular ScienceCity and ScienceCity Jr. program line-up. They may be for a larger audience or a special age group. They will always be free. We will advertise these ScienceCity special events in the Safford library and on this website. Set your Bookmarks now and be sure to keep checking!

The ScienceCity and ScienceCity Jr. Program Series

...are made up of free, monthly hands-on educational experiences.  At each program, we encourage kids to ask questions, learn new concepts, and play with science.  This year’s presenters include some of the top science education institutions in the state such as the Arizona Science Center, Tucson Children’s Museum, and the Arizona Sonora-Desert Museum. All of the programs are free and open to Gila Valley kids preschool age (3 ½ to 5) and grades K-6.   Because of space limitations, registration is required.  The ScienceCity and ScienceCity Jr program series are full at this time.  Any open spots or special program events will be announced here and at the Safford Library.   Funding permitting, we will have open registration for the 2012-13 program series in August 2012.