Non-fiction Fans family day 9.11.
On Saturday 9.11. at 10-17 Heureka is hosting a Non-fiction
Family Day! At the event, pupils and families can meet authors who have written non-fiction books suitable for children and young people. There will be interesting expert lectures, fun workshops and exciting science shows. The event inspires everyone to dive into the world of non-fiction books and reading.
The event is part of the Non-Fiction Fans project, made possible by the Alfred Kordelin Foundation's Major Cultural Projects. The aim of the project is to increase pupils' interest in reading and their scientific knowledge.
Advance tickets online: 15 € / 22 €
Tickets on site: 17 € / 24 €
Children under 5 years old are admitted free of charge to Heureka with a carer. Museum cards, Heureka Club cards, cultural passes and free tickets are also accepted.
Days' program
Changes are possible.
Inspiring lectures
In the auditorium you can listen to interesting expert lectures throughout the day. Come and get new perspectives and inspiration!
10.00-11.00
Dive into Finland's amazing nature.
Non-fiction writer Miina Mäki will talk about biodiversity.
11.00–12.00, 13.00–14.00, 15.00–16.00 & 16.00–17.00
Why non-fiction books are worth reading?
Ten non-fiction writers explain in short videos why they write non-fiction books.
12.00-13.00
What was life like for children in the Middle Ages?
Non-fiction writer and archaeologist Ilari Alto compares the ordinary life of children before and now.
14.00-14.30
Hiking tips
Non-fiction writer Iiris Kalliola shares where and how children can go camping.
Science and nature discovery
Learn about the wonders of space and nature through interesting presentations and workshops.
The presentations and workshops will take place in the Alpha, Beta and Gamma group spaces.
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Wonders of Space
Non-fiction writer Tero Hiekkalinna talks about space exploration.
At 11.00–11.30 -
Take a peek through the telescope!
Tero Hiekkalinna guides with a telescope.
Klo 11.30–12.00 -
The Great Mars Lander
Design a probe that would best protect sensitive equipment landing on Mars. The best probe designs will be rewarded.
Klo 11.30–12.00 -
Learn lika an animal!
Non-fiction writer Miia Kantinkoski explains and shows how animals are trained.
Klo 13.00–14.00 -
Children as gardeners
Non-fiction writer Kerttu Rahikka tells abour her book.
Klo 14.30–15.00 -
The Green Thump workshop
In the workshop, children are given the opportunity to plant their own plant to take home. There will be 200 cuttings for the first 200, and the rest will be able to sow their own seed.
Klo 15.00–16.00
Learning and creativity points
Stacks of books
Hang out at the Vantaa City Library's non-fiction bookstore, where there are stacks of carefully selected non-fiction books! There's something for all ages. All books are also available to borrow with your own Helmet library card. If you don't already have your own library card, we can make one for you.
Note! Remember to bring your ID card, which is valid in libraries!
The desk is open from 10 am to 5 pm.
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Great materials
Experiments with bio-based materials. The workshop is led by Aalto University coordinator Greta Salonen in collaboration with Aalto University Design Factory.
The point is located in the laboratory Core. -
Make your own non-fiction book
What would you like to write about? Try creating your own non-fiction book using a ready-made book base that you can take with you.
The point is located in the small lobby.
Captivating science show
Tarkkana!-science show
The science theater performances will take place in the Heureka event square. The show lasts about 30 minutes.
At 11.30, 13.30 ja 16.00
