Stories Read by Scientists
LSU faculty, students, and alumni are invited to teach participants about their research areas by reading a children’s book covering their research topic.
STEM & Stories
The LSU College of Science and Office of Academic Innovation and Engagement invites children in kindergarten through third grade to explore the worlds of math and science through an exciting science story time adventure led by some of the university’s top scientists and mathematicians. Each story time is followed by a fun, hands-on activity that allows the young scientists to feed their curiosity and take an even deeper dive into a math and science discovery.
Geaux Science Explorations: STEM & Stories is free and open to the public.
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Audience: K-3rd Grade
Locations: Main Library at Goodwood, Eden Park Branch Library, and Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library.
Space is limited so registration is required.
Location Details
Main Library at Goodwood
Address: 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Reader: Dr. Ivan Agullo and special guest Dr. Gaby González
Book: "How to Hear the Universe: Gaby González and the Search for Einstein's Ripples in Space-Time" by Patricia Valdez
Activities: Physics Themed
Capacity: 40 kids
Eden Park Branch Library
Address: 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Reader: Dr. Rabi Musah
Book: "Charlotte the Scientist Finds a Cure" by Camille Andros
Activities: Chemistry Themed
Capacity: 30 kids
Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library
Address: 11300 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70814
Reader: Dr. David Shea Vela-Vick
Book: "I'm Trying to Love Math" by Bethany Barton
Activities: Math Themed
Capacity: 30 kids
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Parent Testimonials
- “The looks on the kids faces are priceless. My daughter's excitement and curiosity will keep us coming back.”
- “I appreciate any and all opportunities for kids to connect with researchers and make science more accessible.”
- “Thank you so much for hosting these events for our children of the future. I hope they grow up to be like you.”
Ask a Scientist
After the reading, participants have the opportunity to ask our readers questions about the new things they’ve learned.
Engaged Learning
Participants get to put their new knowledge to the test by engaging in hands-on science activities with student organizations.
Exploring Science
The activities will correspond to the story, so participants will get to fully explore the new topic they’ve learned about.