Green Screen

Step into the spotlight! At SPARK’s Green Screen wall, kids can transport themselves to prehistoric times, snowy mountains, underwater worlds, or even a newsroom—without ever leaving the museum. With fun backgrounds, playful props like microphones, and green cloths that make parts of you “disappear,” imagination takes center stage. Watch the magic happen in real time on the nearby TV screen! Sponsored by ABC Channel 6!

How can YOU Play, Learn, and Discover at the Green Screen?

Play

Kids love becoming the star of the show! They can choose a digital background, play with props, and act out silly scenes or tell stories. Whether pretending to be a dinosaur, a news anchor, or floating in space, the Green Screen invites open-ended, dramatic play.

Learn

Motor Skills:
Gross motor engagement through expressive movement and pretend play
Fine motor skills when handling props, costumes, or fabric
Body awareness while coordinating movement to match what’s on the screen

Social-Emotional Development:
Builds confidence through performance and roleplay
Encourages teamwork and communication when playing with others
Fosters self-expression and creativity in a low-pressure setting

STEAM:
Technology exploration through green screen effects and video projection
Introduction to media production concepts (backgrounds, filming, visual effects)
Creative storytelling and improvisation skills

Discover

How does the green cloth make part of you vanish?

What kind of story can you create with a friend?

How do your movements change what you see on the screen?

Can you create a weather report, pretend to fly, or travel through time?