Nuts and bolts explained

Töötoad

Entrance with science centre ticket

40 min

Age 4+

We all know the stories of the bolt and the nut, but how do they actually work and what's the difference? In this workshop, we'll make a fun keyring for the youngest ones using different fasteners.

In AHHAA

Group size: 12–25 participants
Suitable for ages: 4 and up
Duration: Up to 30–45 minutes
Minimum setup time: 15 minutes
Minimum cleanup time: 15 minutes

Booking for schools!

tellimus@ahhaa.ee 515 6766

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