Mad Science of Maine

06/08/2025

EUREKA!! def. - the word you exclaim when you sign up for our Eureka Inventors Camp just in the nick of time!
Families in the Yarmouth/North Yarmouth/Cumberland area: It's not too late to sign up your young inventor for this AWESOME camp running June 23rd - Jine 27th! Register Here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cumberlandeducationrec/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=mad&viewMode=list
And check out our website for a full schedule of our summer camp offerings! See you there, INVENTORS!🤓

06/08/2025

Freeport Families!! Are you ready for a Summer of Mad Science?! It's not too late to sign up your young engineer/coder for our Robot Recruit Camp running June 23rd - June 27th! Register Here: https://rsu5cp.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30350
We'll have even more themed camps throughout the Summer in Freeport and all across Maine - visit our website for the full schedule!

06/08/2025

Gorham families! Don't know where to send your young explorer after school gets out? How about SPACE? Ok, not quite space, but Mad Science Astro Innovators camp!! We're running this day camp from June 23rd-June 27th in Gorham, and it's not too late to sign up! Just go here: https://gorhamme.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=22441
We'll also be hosting other themed camps throughout the summer in Gorham and all over Maine, so check out our website to see them all!

Mad Science is the leading science enrichment provider for elementary-aged children. We make it our mission to spark imaginative learning!

05/28/2025

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05/21/2025

Ever wonder what goes on behind the lab coats at Mad Science?

From slime-making stations to hands-on nature experiments, our week has been packed with discovery, creativity, and smiles.

Whether it’s in the studio, at a school, or at one of our camps, every activity is designed to spark curiosity and help kids see just how fun science can be!

Thank you to all our little scientists and supportive parents for making every moment memorable.

Swipe through to take a peek at what we've been up to this week!

👉 Learn more or sign up for upcoming programs: https://zurl.co/i9QuU

05/20/2025

STEM Fact: Kids Learn Best by Doing! 🧪

According to educational research, hands-on learning increases knowledge retention by up to 75%—especially in STEM subjects!

That’s why at Mad Science, we don’t just talk about science… we let kids touch it, test it, and try it for themselves. Whether they’re building a rocket, making slime, or solving a science mystery, they’re not just having fun—they’re developing real-world skills like critical thinking, focus, and resilience.

Give your child a place to explore, experiment, and grow—through science.

Learn more: https://zurl.co/8ekOq

05/15/2025

“Why I Love Being a Mad Scientist” – From Our Instructor

“I love being a Mad Scientist because I get to experience science all over again—through the kids’ eyes. Every day, I see their excitement, their curiosity, their energy as they try something new for the first time.

It’s their smiles, their laughter, their ‘WOW!’ moments that make this job so fun. Science is magical, but getting to share that magic with kids? That’s what makes it really special.”

Thanks to all the curious little scientists who make every day an adventure!

👉 See what your child can discover with us: https://zurl.co/n9ml2

05/13/2025

Mad Science Summer Program: Where Curiosity Meets Hands-On Discovery 🌞

Mad Science summer programs aren’t just about fun (though there's plenty of that!). They’re about watching your child light up with curiosity, ask more “why’s,” and come home excited to tell you what they discovered today.

In just a few days, they’ll launch rockets, mix up crazy concoctions, and build things you didn’t know they could—all while growing confidence, creativity, and real-world STEM skills.

✅ Designed for kids ages 6–12

✅ Hands-on, screen-free fun

✅ A safe, enriching space for curious minds

📍 Programs near you | ⏳ Limited spots available

📅 Enroll today before they fill up!

Learn more: https://zurl.co/SOjtt

05/10/2025

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Little Science & a Lot of Love!

This Mother’s Day, skip the store-bought card and create something fun and meaningful together!

Try a “Mom & Me” STEM experiment at home—like making a fizzy bath bomb or growing a crystal heart. Not only is it a sweet way to bond, but it also sneaks in a little hands-on science!

Because at Mad Science, we believe the best gift you can give a child is time, curiosity, and a little bit of wow!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms raising the next generation of curious thinkers!

Learn more at: https://zurl.co/SCou7

05/09/2025

Wishing you all a lovely Mother’s Day weekend with these at-home activities that would make any young scientist’s family proud🥰💕
**PS- don’t forget that mad scientists clean up after themselves! 😉**

In this segment, Mad Science of Maine shows us some exciting Mother's Day experiments. ____________________________________...

05/07/2025

At Mad Science, our incredible instructors do more than teach science—they spark curiosity, ignite imaginations, and make every child feel like a real scientist, full of potential and wonder.

Today, we’re celebrating the brilliant minds behind our programs: the teachers who turn everyday moments into eye-popping experiments, cheer on each “aha!” discovery, and fuel the next generation of innovators.

Thank you for helping kids explore the world around them—one exciting experiment at a time.

Learn more at: https://zurl.co/qrXcO

04/15/2025

With summer around the corner, we would like to announce a BRAND NEW camp we will be launching this summer. ASTRO INNOVATORS! 💫🪐

Sign your child up to experience the wonders of space, learn about a variety of STEM concepts, and meet new friends who are just as excited about science as they are!

We hope to see you this summer, registration can be found at our website (links available). 💫🌝🪐