Sensory Superpowers: The science and art of how amazing animals sense the world!

Join us at a unique event blending science and art activities lead by neuroscientist and author Dr. Jaya Viswanathan.

Have you ever wondered about what makes different animals special? How do animals that are active at night or live in the oceans ‘see’ without light? What makes dolphins so special? If you’ve wondered about these sorts of questions, join us on a discovery of the unique senses that have evolved in the animal kingdom! Combining STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities such as ‘drawing brains’ with excerpts from her award-winning (Literary Titan Gold award) children’s book, Baby Senses: A Sensory Neuroscience Primer for All Ages, this event will take you all on a journey of the senses. With activities and narrations to engage children and curious adults, this event is perfect for a family audience, and we hope to see you there!  Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

Questions about this program? Contact the branch at (240) 777-0970.

Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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