Covestro Taiwan today announced that registration is now open for its annual Grandparent-Grandchild Science Camp. The 2026 camp is themed Grandpa's Secret Garden, drawing inspiration from the wisdom and craftsmanship that grandparents bring to their families, and inviting grandparent-grandchild pairs across Taiwan to explore a world of color, discovery, and hands-on science together.
The camp will be held at three locations spanning northern, central, and southern Taiwan. The camp are co-organized with the Taipei City Government and its Department of Education; the Changhua County Government and its Department of Social Affairs, and the Pingtung County Government and its Department of Social Affairs.
A Rotating Theme — New Experiments Every Cycle
The camp operates on a three-year thematic cycle, rotating among *Grandma's Magical Kitchen, Grandpa's Secret Garden, and Grandchildren's Wonderland, with an entirely new curriculum developed for each theme. Returning in 2026, Grandpa's Secret Garden introduces a fresh set of experiments designed to spark scientific curiosity while creating meaningful shared experiences between grandparents and grandchildren.
Three Hands-On Experiments
Butterfly Pea Flower Dyeing — Nature as a Color Palette
The butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) — a tropical bloom rich in natural anthocyanins — functions as a natural pH indicator, shifting from deep purple-red in acidic conditions to vivid green in alkaline ones. Working with test tubes, salt, citric acid, and baking soda, participants observe firsthand how chemistry transforms color, with each team producing results that are entirely their own.
Summer Snowflakes — The Science of Superabsorbent Polymers
Using superabsorbent resin, participants witness the rapid transformation of a small quantity of powder into glistening, crystalline structures upon contact with water. The material can be tinted with butterfly pea flower extract and taken home for continued exploration — or mixed into soil to retain moisture and support plant growth during dry periods..
Steady Hand Circuit Game — Applied Electrical Engineering
Participants assemble a complete electrical circuit from individual components — connecting a battery, light bulb, and buzzer to verify conductivity — before constructing the classic steady-hand wire loop game. The activity introduces foundational concepts in electronics and produces a fully functional take-home game for the whole family.
Science as a Bridge Across Generations
“For many of us, some of our most treasured childhood memories were made alongside our grandparents,” said Annie Chen, Managing Director of Covestro Taiwan. “Covestro Taiwan looks forward to bringing grandparents and grandchildren together through this special event — exploring the fascinating science hidden in everyday life through garden experiments. Our hope is that they laugh together, discover together, and walk away with a one-of-a-kind memory that belongs only to them."
Changhua County Magistrate, Wang Huei-mei stated: "As society changes and intergenerational contact becomes less frequent, creating meaningful events for different generations to learn and grow together has become an important public priority. Changhua County Government is pleased to partner with Covestro Taiwan on this initiative, which uses science as a medium to foster natural interaction between grandparents and grandchildren — turning hands-on experimentation into an opportunity for connection, shared experience, and lasting memory."
Pingtung County Magistrate, Chou Chun-mi indicated: "'Grandpa's Secret Garden' is more than a science experience — it's a space where grandparents and grandchildren grow together through companionship. Pingtung County has long been committed to intergenerational inclusion and all-age care. Through this collaboration with Covestro Taiwan, we hope to nurture children's curiosity through hands-on exploration, while helping seniors stay active and engaged — allowing knowledge and warmth to flow naturally across generations."
Event Information:
- Organizer: Covestro Taiwan
- Co-organizers:Taipei City Government and Department of Education; Changhua County Government and Department of Social Affairs; Pingtung County Government and Department of Social Affairs
- Curriculum Partner:Prof. Liang-Rong Hsu, Golden Tripod Award Winner and instructor Tiffany Chen
- Artwork: Illustrator Chang Chen-fu
- Eligibility:Grandparent-grandchild pairs (grandparent + elementary school-aged grandchild); registration in pairs required
- Duration, Date and Location: 90–100 minutes per session
- 1. Taipei: August 22–23 | Taipei Hakka Culture Hall
- 2. Changhua: August 29 | Yuanlin Children and Youth Welfare Service Center
- 3. Pingtung: August 15 | Neipu Social Welfare Complex
- Registration & Details: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=SrxoBEwTsE-4Q6Kj1YPpGeCiKdsHLP1IqTj95NxkTjdURFU0MjVMS1ZZSk1JQzgxMTY3QzhFVzZGNS4u&route=shorturl
- Registration Deadline: June 30, 2026
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