Biology made fun Β· Lessons that last

Where kids discover the wonder of life science.

Biofun brings free, hands-on biology workshops to local libraries β€” turning curiosity into a lifelong love of science and inspiring the next generation of biologists, doctors, and researchers.

100%Free for families
K–8Young explorers
LocalAt your library
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Why we exist

Biology is the story of life β€” every kid deserves to hear it.

The world's biggest challenges β€” curing disease, feeding a growing planet, protecting the environment β€” will be solved by people who fell in love with biology early. But too many children never get the chance to experience science as something you can touch, question, and discover. Biofun exists to change that, one library at a time.

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Curiosity starts young

Research shows a child's interest in science is often set before middle school. Reaching kids early is how we build the scientists of tomorrow.

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Access shouldn't depend on zip code

By meeting families for free at public libraries, we make real, hands-on science available to every child β€” not just those with resources.

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Doing beats memorizing

Kids don't just read about biology β€” they extract DNA, examine cells, and ask real questions. That's what makes it stick.

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When a child looks through a microscope for the first time and gasps, you can see a future scientist being born. That moment is what Biofun is all about.

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What we do

Real biology, made playful

We run free, interactive biology workshops for kids at local libraries. Each session blends a big scientific idea with a hands-on experiment they'll never forget.

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Hands-on experiments

Extracting DNA from fruit, growing bacteria cultures, exploring cells under the microscope β€” kids learn by doing real science with real tools.

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Right in the community

We come to public libraries β€” welcoming, free, and familiar spaces β€” so any family can join, no lab or tuition required.

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Big ideas, kid-sized

We turn genetics, ecology, and the human body into stories and games kids actually understand β€” and want to keep exploring.

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We visit your library

Biofun partners with local libraries to host a free workshop for kids in the community.

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Kids get hands-on

Every child rolls up their sleeves for a guided, safe, and exciting biology experiment.

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Curiosity takes off

They leave with new questions, a spark of wonder, and maybe a future in science.

150+Kids inspired
12Library sessions
7Partner libraries
$0Cost to families
Upcoming events

Join Biofun at East Alpharetta Library

Explore biology through engaging, hands-on activities. All sessions take place from 4 PM to 5 PM on the following Saturdays.

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Biofun Brain Games / Reaction Timing

Test your brain, reflexes, and reaction speed through interactive challenges.

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Get involved

Help us reach more young minds

Biofun grows through people who believe every child deserves to fall in love with science. Here's how you can be part of it.

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Volunteer

Love biology and kids? Join us at a library session as a workshop helper or lead. No PhD required β€” just enthusiasm.

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Host a session

Are you a librarian, teacher, or parent? Invite Biofun to bring a free hands-on biology workshop to your library.

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Support us

Donations fund lab supplies, microscopes, and materials so every Biofun session stays completely free for families.

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Contact

Let's talk science

Questions, partnership ideas, or press? We'd love to hear from you.