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Astronomy Day presented by McDonald Observatory
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5th Grade Science STAAR Prep
Let the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History support you as you prepare your students for the elementary science STAAR. Register for one of the following programs, which support concepts tested on the STAAR.
Reporting Category 1: Matter and Energy
All About Matter (TEKS covered: 5.5A, 5.5B, 3.5C)
Reporting Category 2: Force, Motion and Energy
STEM in Action: Scribblebots (TEKS covered: 5.6B and 3.6B)
Reporting Category 3: Earth and Space
Investigations in Weathering, Erosion and Deposition (TEKS covered: 5.7B, 3.7B)
Reporting Category 4: Organisms and Environments
Adaptation Exploration: Owls (TEKS covered: 5.10A and 5.10B)
Adaptation Exploration: Eggs Everywhere (TEKS covered: 5.9A, 5.10A, 5.10B)
Contact distancelearning@fwmsh.org to request programs on specific dates and times.
FEATURED PROVIDER
National Archives
The National Archives is the nation's record keeper and is the independent Federal agency that preserves and protects the historically valuable records of the United States Federal Government. The mission of the National Archives is to provide public access to these Federal Government records. Public access to government records strengthens democracy by allowing Americans to claim their rights of citizenship, hold their government accountable, and understand their history so they can participate more effectively in their government.
The FREE interactive distance learning programs for students and educators feature primary sources from the Archives’ holdings, including: historical documents, photographs, maps, posters, and more! Our programs are available Tuesday–Thursday and must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. We can accommodate up to three programs a day, over two days, per school. Programs align with State and National social studies standards. Teacher guides include pre- and post-program lessons.
Program options include:
- Our Classroom Bill of Rights (K-2)
- Superhero Bill of Rights (3-5)
- The Constitution at Work (4-8)
- The Bill of Rights in Real Life (6-8)
- Know Your Rights! (9-12)
Contact distancelearning@nara.gov to request and schedule programs.
MARCH SPOTLIGHT SESSION
Mavericks, Dogies, and Drovers--Cattle Drives
Presented by Bullock Texas State History Museum
Grades: K-7
Cost: FREE
Date: March 29
Time: 10:00-10:45 CST
People associate the word “cowboy” with “Texas” beginning with one specific time period in Texas history---the heyday of cattle drives. Although this era only lasted from 1866-1890, the cattle drive era shaped the image of Texas.
Who started the cattle drives, and where did the trails go? What jobs could people do on a cattle drive, and what was life on the trail like? What were the risks and benefits of driving cattle to market? Hear from a special guest speaker, an 1870s cattle driver who has traveled through time to reminisce about his cattle drive experience. Test your mapping and math skills as you learn about the trails.
Materials: A worksheet to be used during the program will be emailed in advance. We will also send an optional extension activity for you to use with your students after the presentation in which you will lead your students in a mock cattle drive using instructions and name tags that assign roles on the cattle drive.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Meet Our Otters!
Presented by Texas State Aquarium
Grades: Prek-2
Cost: $85
Dates: April 2, 24 or May 18
Times: 9:00-9:30, 10:00-10:30, 11:00-11:30, 12:00-12:30, 1:00-1:30, 2:00-2:30 CST
Meet Arrie and Merlin, our North American River Otters in Texas State Aquarium’s Otter Creek habitat. Learn first-hand how an otter keeps warm and navigates through murky waters, by dressing like an otter and constructing your own set of whiskers to mimic their amazing adaptations. View Arrie and Merlin live, and see what other adaptations help them thrive in their environment.
Contact aquavision@txstateaq.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Science Live! Chemical Reactions
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: K-12
Cost: $165 (up to 500 students)
Dates/Times: Available by request
Explore the how, why and WOW! of chemical reactions in this amazing program! Audiences will discover how chemical reactions create giant pools of never-ending foam, molten metals and another explosive creations! Students will dive into chemistry like never before when they watch our chemical concoctions create some astonishing results!
Contact jnoble@dhdc.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Adaptation Exploration: Owls
Presented by Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Grades: K-5
Cost: $140 (includes materials for owl pellet dissection)
Dates: April 5, 24 or 26
Times: 9:00-9:50, 10:00-10:50, 1:00-1:50, 2:00-2:50 CST
Owls are remarkable birds and serve as an incredible model for your students learn about form, function, and adaptations! Leishawn Spotted Bear will make these concepts come alive using interactive activities and the Museum’s outstanding bird collection. Young students (K-2nd) will focus on the function of different body parts and bird characteristics, while older students (3rd-5th) will use body parts and systems to discuss adaptations and to compare/contrast birds with other types of animals. Both programs integrate language arts techniques (so have your students bring a journal or pencil and paper) and feature an owl pellet dissection. Kit will include 11 owl pellets.
Contact distancelearning@fwmsh.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Story Time at the Zoo
Presented by Fort Worth Zoo
Grades: K-2
Cost: $75
Dates: April 10, 12, 17 or 19
Times: various times on each date
Calling all bookworms! Join us for story time and experience an interactive book reading, discussion, and fun activity. Students get to vote on which story they'd like to hear. Come back multiple times throughout the year for a different story every program! This brand new program also includes a live animal presentation!
Contact abrooks@fortworthzoo.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Buffalo Soldiers: Defenders of the West
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 4-8
Cost: $50
Date: April 13
Times: 10:00-11:00 or 1:00-2:00 CST
This program serves as an introduction to the history of the Buffalo Soldiers and their place within the story of the frontier army in Texas and elsewhere, during the Indian Wars era - the three decades following the Civil War. This overview is presented in a show-and-tell format with special guest speaker, Henry Crawford. Using the soldiers' material culture: their uniforms, weapons, equipment, horse gear and relevant literature, their story is presented within the context of the role and disposition of the U. S. Army on the American frontier during the Indian Wars era. The speaker will be dressed in the uniform of a soldier of the Indian Wars.
REMINDERS
Animal Encounters: Skunks and Armadillos
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: March 27
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 2:00-2:45 CST
In the Field with Migrating Monarchs
Grades: K-5
Cost: FREE
Date: March 28
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 1:45-2:30 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on March 28th? No problem
Pysanky (Spring Egg Decoration) - Ukraine
Grades: 1-3
Cost: $65 (includes materials)
Dates: March 28, 29 or 30
Times: 10:00-10:45, 11:00-11:45, 1:00-1:45 or 2:00-2:45 CST
Contact education@theojac.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Home Improvement: The Beaver Pond
Grades: 3-5
Cost: FREE
Date: April 5
Time: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 1:45-2:30 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 5th? No problem!
Animal Encounters: Bats-A-Billion
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: April 10
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 2:00-2:45 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 10th? No problem!
Eggs Everywhere
Grades: K-8
Cost: $140 (includes materials for egg dissection)
Dates: April 11, 13 or 27
Times: Various times available each day
Contact distancelearning@fwmsh.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Everyday Ninjas - Leave No Trace
Grades: 3-5
Cost: FREE
Date: April 12
Times: 9:00-9:30, 10:15-10:45, 12:30-1:00 or 1:45-2:15 CST
Science Live! The Science of Magic
Grades: K-5, 6-8 or 9-12
Cost: $165 (up to 500 students)
Date: April 16
Times: 9:00-9:45 or 10:00-10:45 CST
Contact distance@dhdc.org to request program on specific dates and times.
Critter Roundup: Slithering Snakes
Grades: 1-5
Cost: FREE
Date: April 19
Time: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 1:45-2:30 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 19th? No problem!
The Magic of Monarchs
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: April 20
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 2:00-2:45 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 20th? No problem!
Animal Encounters: Fox Facts
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: April 24
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 2:00-2:45 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 24th? No problem!
Chainsaws & Wildflowers: Save the Prairie
Grades: 3-5
Cost: FREE
Date: April 26
Times: 9:00-9:45, 10:15-11:00, 12:30-1:15 or 1:45-2:30 CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on April 26th? No problem!
Meet the Artist: Rania Matar
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $75
Date: April 27
Time: 9:00-10:00 CST
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