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Slime Time!

Slime Time!

In this program, students will become Slime Scientists! We will use special lab equipment and practice safety procedures in learning about basic chemistry, polymers and molecules, and non-Newtonian substances. We’ll spend a little time talking about flow, viscosity, and states…

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Cats, Hats and Balancing Acts

Cats, Hats and Balancing Acts

Introduce children to the fantastic world of Dr. Seuss with guided activities that encourage fun, creativity, fine and gross motor skills and language development through an interactive story time all while exploring the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum. Grades…

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Tons of Fun with Seuss

Tons of Fun with Seuss

Step into the world of Dr. Seuss characters in the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum while experiencing the sounds and words used in his books through interactive play that introduce children to reading and writing skills. Grades 1-2 Program…

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Just Survive!

Just Survive!

In a fast-paced game of survival students assume the identities of different animals with a variety of adaptations and will experience the challenges of daily life in the wild! To win is to survive by acquiring adequate food, water, and…

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Highlights Tour

Highlights Tour

The Highlights Tour is designed to allow students to explore the many galleries of the Science Museum. This tour will introduce students to the wilds of Africa, inspire them to discover dinosaurs and ancient fossils, experience live reptiles and fish…

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Dinosaur Discovery

Dinosaur Discovery

Become a PALEONTOLOGIST!! Students learn more than just facts about dinosaurs; they will discover how we know what we know about dinosaurs. Students dig deeper into the layers of our planet to reveal the secrets waiting to be uncovered. While…

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Scutes & Scales

Scutes & Scales

Dive into the fascinating lives of some of the most loved, feared and misunderstood animals on Earth: REPTILES! Learn about their unique senses, physical features, behaviors, life cycles, and habitats through engaging hands-on activities, with an exploration of our Solutia…

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Forensic Science

Forensic Science

A precious object has been stolen from the Springfield Science Museum! Working as teams of forensic specialists, students will examine and analyze fingerprint, fiber, DNA and written evidence to uncover the culprit in this crime. Explore how astute powers of…

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Light and Sound

Light and Sound

Explore light and sound in this station-based program where students test their theories! Explore the color spectrum, learn about the anatomy of the ear and eye. Discover whether sound travels better through gas, liquids, or solids. Use mirrors to manipulate…

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