Dragonfly Robotics Workshop
Summer Reading Challenge event

- Date: Wed 20/Aug/25
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00
- Venue: Downham Library
- Cost: Free
- Booking: Required
Description:
Join Waiting ListDiscover how nature inspires engineering in this hands-on robotics workshop where children will design and build their own mechanical dragonfly. Led by experienced STEM educators, this session blends creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Children will explore the principles of motion and structure while crafting a beautifully engineered dragonfly that actually moves. A playful and educational journey into biomimicry and mechanical design — perfect for curious young minds and future innovators.
10-11am session for ages 5-11
11.30am-12.30 session for ages 12-16
Please book to secure your place. If you're not already a member of Lewisham Libraries you can book as a guest or sign up to the library here https://libraries.lewisham.gov.uk/user/register
Story Garden, the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge:
This event has been created to complement Story Garden. Head to a library from 5th July and join the totally free challenge to read six books over summer and collect some amazing prizes. Ask us in the libraries or find out more here https://libraries.lewisham.gov.uk/digital-content/summer-reading-challenge-2025