Εξερεύνηση στο ΚΠΙΣΝ - Εικόνα

The new SNFCC “school bags” are here and invite students from all areas of Greece to discover the world of architecture and the role of Sun in our lives. In these bags, students and teachers can find material and instructions for two thematic, educational programs that will be available throughout the year.

The coordinating teacher borrows the educational material, including all necessary guidelines and useful advice for the program’s implementation, while every student receives a school bag full of tools, maps, and instructions that equip him or her for a tour in the SNFCC exterior premises and the Stavros Niarchos Park. The teacher coordinates the program and guides students, encouraging them to participate actively in every stage of the program.

Every program, including a tour and a series of experiential activities, is estimated to last for 1,5 hour. However, due to the nature of the program teachers are able to adjust its duration according to their class’ needs and wishes.

*The program takes place all year. Teachers can borrow the school bag every day, from Monday to Sunday, 09.00-19.00, and implement the program within the scheduled hours. To implement the program, teachers are asked to first make a reservation of a school bag, and then pick up the bag with the educational material at the SNFCC and run the program. In order to reserve a seat, you may contact us at schools@snfcc.org or by phone at 2168091005. 

 

Exploring SNFCC: Discovering Architecture

Take your bag and wander in the SNFCC premises; starting from the Agora, you will have the chance to discover different SNFCC areas and the Stavros Niarchos Park before reaching your final destination; the SNFCC Lighthouse.

The count down begins when students open the “School Bag: Discovering Architecture” and reveal all useful material for their tour in the SNFCC external premises. It’s time for exploration!

Students get acquainted with the SNFCC architecture through various activities. They observe how other visitors interact with the SNFCC, where they go and in which activities they engage with. They do the same for themselves. They start interacting with the place, counting distances, comparing sizes, familiarizing themselves with textures and shapes, and synthesizing their own architectural design, inspired by the SNFCC architecture.

They follow different paths in the Stavros Niarchos Park, enhancing their orientation and becoming more aware of the SNFCC location in relation to other landmarks of Athens city. Through active participation, team work and play, they understand the concept of architecture, experience true knowledge, and boost their creativity and team work spirit.

The program is free and open to all schools, thanks to an exclusive grant by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF).

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Exploring SNFCC: Walking in the Sun

 

Take your bag and wander in the SNFCC premises; starting from the Agora, you will have the chance to discover different SNFCC areas and the Stavros Niarchos Park before reaching your final destination; the SNFCC Lighthouse.

The count down begins when students open the “School Bag: Walking in the Sun” and reveal all useful material for their tour in the SNFCC external premises. It’s time for exploration!

In an open and sunny place, such as the SNFCC and the Stavros Niarchos Park, in particular, students discover everything about Sun and his positive impact on our life. They measure the temperature of multiple objects with special equipment, and they understand the meaning of orientation and how it is defined by the presence and direction of the Sun. Students play with light and shadow, creating shapes and forms that inspire them to craft their own "stories of the Sun". Moreover, they understand the concept of evaporation by doing experiments, and the importance of solar energy for the SNFCC canopy, our city, and our lives.

It is recommended that the program takes place in morning hours due to favorable weather conditions (sunny day and relevantly low temperatures) that enable the smooth realization of activities.

The program is free and open to all schools, thanks to an exclusive grant by the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF).