After-School Break: Paper Bridge Challenge for Grades 1-5
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2620 Commercial Center Boulevard
Katy ,TX 77494
After-School Break: Paper Bridge Challenge brings a creative afternoon of hands-on learning to Cinco Ranch Branch Library in Katy. Designed for children in grades 1-5, this library program mixes arts, crafts, and STEM exploration in a way that keeps young minds busy after school.
This featured session focuses on structural rigidity and force distribution, showing how a single flat sheet of paper behaves differently from a folded one. Children will make and test paper structures, turning a simple material into a fun engineering challenge. It is a strong pick for families searching for things to do in Katy, after-school activities for elementary students, and kids craft events in Fort Bend County.
Quick Facts
- Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- Time: 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Meeting Room, Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard, Katy, TX 77494
- Program Focus: Paper bridge building, structural design, and basic engineering concepts
- Ages: Grades 1-5
Families may want to arrive a few minutes early so children can settle in before the activity begins. Young participants should be ready for a session that blends problem-solving, creativity, and testing ideas with a single piece of paper. For more family events in Katy and community happenings around the area, readers can check My Neighborhood News.
