MINT-Reading: Great Discoveries for Little Researchers in Cologne
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MINT-Reading in Cologne: Stories, Experiments, and Great Discoveries
When children curiously ask how the world works, a special family experience begins at the local library Haus Balchem: During the MINT-Reading, exciting stories are combined with child-friendly experiments, crafting ideas, and first insights into mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology.
Reading, Wondering, and Trying Out
On Friday, October 23, 2026, children aged 4 to 8 will experience a varied storytelling session. After reading, the children jump straight into practical activities: The young explorers will craft, observe, and experiment. This transforms a story into an active learning experience filled with children's laughter, curiosity, and many little aha moments.
Age-Appropriate and Educationally Valuable
The offer is aimed at children aged 4 to 8 years. The connection between language and MINT topics playfully strengthens listening, imagination, questioning, and initial problem-solving skills. Through their own experiments, children experience scientific contexts directly and gather a child-friendly, positive experience with research and technology.
Quality Time in the Library
Reading creates closeness and calm, while experiments bring movement and excitement to the afternoon. Parents and children discover new topics together, exchange observations, and experience how much fun learning can be through books and simple experiments. The library becomes a safe space for development, exchange, and shared wonder.
Important Notes for Families
Participation is free, but registration through the booking system of the city of Cologne is required. The event takes place at the local library Haus Balchem. The building is very limited accessible for wheelchair users. The venue can be reached with city rail lines 3 and 4 to the Severinstraße stop, as well as with lines 15 and 16 to Chlodwigplatz.
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MINT-Reading offers families an inspiring hour full of stories, a spirit of discovery, and shared time. Children playfully discover natural sciences, craft joyfully, and take new questions home. Mark the date now and enjoy this special family experience live in Cologne.
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