Twists, Turns and Surfaces

Topology studies properties of shapes that remain unchanged under stretching and bending. Emerging as a rigorous discipline in the early twentieth, topology focuses not on exact measurements, but on how objects are fundamentally structured.

In this workshop, we will build and explore surprising surfaces such as the Möbius strip, the torus, and the Klein bottle. Through experiments, we will discover one-sided surfaces, surfaces with holes, and surfaces without edges. By the end of the workshop, you will even understand in what sense a mug and a donut can be considered the same shape.

 

Why participate?

• You will learn about
  • The concept of one-sided surfaces and non-orientability
  • How cutting, twisting, and manipulating shapes reveals hidden properties
  • Surfaces with holes, boundaries, and surprising connections between objects
• The workshop develops, teaches
  • Spatial reasoning and visual thinking
  • Logical reasoning and problem-solving
  • Mathematical intuition and critical observation
• Developing interest in math
• Overcoming math anxiety
• Gaining confidence in math
• Connecting with people who share similar interests
• Having fun :-)

 

When?

20 June 2026, 10:00-13:00

 

To whom?

Childred aged between 11 and 15.
No previous mathematical knowledge is required. 

 

Where?
Familienzentrum Flüügepilz
Schulhausstrasse 40
8703 Erlenbach ZH

 

Costs

90 CHF/workshop/person
80 CHF for members of Familienclub Erlenbach

 

Hope to see you soon!

With any questions do not hesitate to contact us!

Registration is required and can be done via Email, WhatsApp, or here: