170 little researchers conquer Oberallgäu: MINTmach Days 2025 are enthusiastic!

170 little researchers conquer Oberallgäu: MINTmach Days 2025 are enthusiastic!

On October 12, 2025, around 170 preschool children from seven kindergartens conquered the meeting room of the Oberallgäu district office. The little researchers were part of the MINTmachttage 2025, which took place under the exciting motto "ZZZAP! BÄM! With energy into the future". Here the children were able to discover the world of MINT subjects – mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology – in a playful way. The Mercury reports that the event not only offered a variety of experiments, but also aroused children's interest in important future topics.

The first program item attracted 40 children from the St. Afra daycare center in Betzigau to the first participation station. Here the little hands were allowed to build small vehicles and experiment with them. The creative minds clipped cars with rubber bands, constructed sails out of straw and built their own jumps. The next station was about exploring various energy production facilities using a straw on a map.

Arouse curiosity and impart knowledge

A particular highlight was the humorous description of a child as a “certified solar installer” when he helped install a solar module. The whole day was characterized by amazement and the spirit of research, accompanied by the transfer of knowledge. During a well-deserved snack, the children learned interesting facts about the first moon landing and the Artemis moon project of 2027 from Professor Thomas Eimüller from Kempten University. The Children's Research Foundation highlights the importance of children developing an understanding of energy at an early age while having fun discovering it.

To the delight of the teachers present, one child even knew how to ask whether stars really have points. Professor Eimüller patiently explained the optical illusion caused by the refraction of light in the telescope. This direct interaction between the children and the expert created a lot of enthusiasm.

With energy into the future

The MINTmach Days aim to promote curiosity and joy in research and discovery in kindergartens and schools. Dr. Tobias Ernst, chairman of the foundation, calls for research into energy in everyday life in a way that is suitable for children. It is of great importance that children between the ages of 3 and 10 develop an awareness of issues such as climate-friendly energy supply and daily energy requirements. These early experiences lay the foundation for a sustainable future.

The event ended with many new impressions and bright eyes from the children, who went home full of new ideas. At the MINTmach Days, the little researchers had the opportunity to live out their creativity and curiosity - and at the same time collect valuable knowledge about the use and importance of energy.