Explore Thread of Hope’s hands-on STEM workshops, student projects, and community showcases, where young people use science, engineering, and creativity to investigate real-world challenges.
2026 Summer STEM Workshop Series
During five hands-on workshops, students explored water filtration, pH and fabric color, fabric chemistry, boat engineering, and sustainable art and design. Selected participants later showcased their projects at the 2026 Bay Area Science Fair at Cupertino City Hall.
What Students Said
“I liked testing different ideas and seeing how changing the design changed the result.”
“Thank you for helping me design and showcase my first science fair project.”
“I enjoyed learning about pH, and the floating boat challenge was really fun.
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DIY Recycled Paper Making
DIY Recycled Paper Making
Turn old paper into new sheets using water and simple tools! Discover how recycling works while exploring material science and sustainable design.
DIY Water Bottle Hovercraft
Build a mini hovercraft using a simple water bottle and a balloon! Explore physics concepts like air pressure, friction, and motion while having fun with hands-on engineering.
Solar-Powered Phone Charger
Combine renewable energy and electronics to make a mini solar charger! Learn how sunlight can be turned into electricity and explore the science of solar power.
Light-Up LED Patch with Conductive Thread
Combine sewing and basic electronics to make a glowing patch! Learn how conductive thread completes a circuit and explore the science of electricity.
DIY Bioplastic from Cornstarch
Learn how to make biodegradable plastic from simple kitchen ingredients! Test its strength while exploring the science behind polymers and sustainability.