Connect2Texas
Videoconferencing from the Lone Star State
SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS
Mars Exploration Continues
Presented by The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Grades: 3-8
Cost: FREE
Date: November 30
Time: 10:00-10:50 a.m. CST
NASA (hopefully!) will land a new spacecraft called InSight on Mars November 26th. How does it fit into our more than 50 years of exploring the Red Planet? Meet Dr. Morgan Rehnberg from the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History to learn more about NASA’s latest mission.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program.
The Lost Art of the Christmas Card
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 3-6
Cost: FREE
Date: December 7
Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CST
Celebrate this Holiday Season with the OJAC! View the first Christmas card from 1843 and investigate the cultural, social, and technological changes that have shaped the history of this Western-European Holiday tradition. Students will briefly review the structure of a written letter (salutation, body, etc.) and then compose and illustrate a Christmas Postcard inspired by antique style and designs.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Animals of the Mitten
Presented by Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Grades: K-2
Cost: $100
Dates: December 5, 6, or 19
Times: 9:00-9:50 a.m., 10:00-10:50 a.m., or 11:00-11:45 a.m. CST
The Mitten, by Jan Brett, is a delightful book based on a Ukrainian folktale. A child’s lost mitten plays host to a wide variety of wild animals. In this program, learn the true natural history of the fascinating creatures from the story with Leishawn Spotted Bear, Museum science curator. Your students will act out portions of the tale and meet the Museum's hedgehogs while learning about animal parts (adaptations), animal needs, and predator/prey relationships. Other specimens from our collection will be used to help deepen your class’ understanding of these fundamental life science concepts. You will receive a copy of The Mitten with your registration for this program.
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting distancelearning@fwmsh.org.
Yeehaw Christmas!
Presented by The Grace Museum
Grades: Prek-3
Cost: $30
Dates: December 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, or 20
Times: 9:00-9:50 a.m., 10:00-10:50 a.m., 1:00-1:50 p.m., or 2:00-2:50 p.m. CST
Ya’ll come and have fun as we read “The Texas Night Before Christmas” by James Rice. Get a heaping taste of Texas culture from days gone by, then git up and learn the Texas Two Step! This will be a hoe down you won’t want to miss.
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting educator@thegracemuseum.org.
St. Nick's Science Show
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: PreK-5
Cost: $25 (view only)
Date: December 17
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m. or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Ever wonder how Santa fits down the chimney? Or how his sleigh flies? Well, a little bit of Christmas Spirit, joyful cheer, and Santa's magic is all you need to be a part of this winter wonder Science Live show! Join us for St. Nick's Science Show as we use hands-on demonstrations and delve into how Santa and his elves make Christmas happen.
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting jnoble@dhdc.org.
Las Posadas: Christmas Traditions in Hispanic Culture (Grades K-2)
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: K-2
Cost: $65 (includes supplies)
Dates: December 12, 13, or 14
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Celebrate this Holiday Season with the OJAC and discover the history Las Posadas in Hispanic culture! Students will enjoy a presentation, including songs, a short cartoon, and a reading of Uno, Dos, Tres, Posada! by author Virginia Kroll. Following discussion, students will create their own 3-D poinsettia flower to decorate your classroom before the Holiday break. Some Spanish is used in this program.
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Las Posadas: Christmas Traditions in Hispanic Culture (Grades 3-5)
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 3-5
Cost: $65 (includes supplies)
ONLY available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Celebrate this holiday season with the OJAC and discover the history Las Posadas in Hispanic culture! After viewing Pre-Columbian sculpture, students will investigate the historical Aztec and Christian roots of this beautiful tradition. Students will enjoy a presentation, including songs, a short cartoon, and a book by author Tomie dePaola. Following discussion, students will create their own Advent-style Poinsettia Wreath to remember Posada traditions as they count down the final nine days until Christmas Day.
Christmas Tree Science
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: PreK-5
Cost: $45
ONLY available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting jnoble@dhdc.org.
Why are Christmas trees shaped the way they are? Why are Christmas trees mainly found in cold places? How is a pine tree different from a fir or spruce tree? Why do these trees have cones? Why do their needles smell nice? Learn the answers to these questions and so much more.
Christmas Trees - Conifer Biology and Ecology
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $65
ONLY available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting jnoble@dhdc.org.
Conifers are amazing trees that have been around for nearly 300 million years. Found in both the northern and southern hemisphere, these trees are survivors – growing in harsh conditions, competing with the dominant flowering plants, and adapted to fire-prone environments. Learn about conifers, their biology, ecology, and biogeography.
REMINDERS
The Science of Magic
Grades: PreK-12
Cost: $165 (up to 500 students)
ONLY available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting jnoble@dhdc.org.
Navajo Weaving - Native American Heritage Month
Grades: 1-2 or 3-4
Cost: $65 (includes supplies)
Dates: November 14, 20, or 28
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Let's Talk Turkey
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: November 15
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m., 10:15-11:00 a.m., 12:30-1:15 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Patolli - A Mayan Harvest Game
Grades: 7-10
Cost: $65 (includes supplies)
Dates: November 15, 16, or 27
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Myths and Unsolved Mysteries of the Texas Revolution
Grades: 4-8
Cost: FREE
Dates: November 28, December 13 or 17
Times: 10:00-10:50 a.m., 11:00-11:50 a.m., or 1:00-1:50 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting distance.learning@thestoryoftexas.com.
Peregrine Falcons *DATE CHANGED*
Grades: 1-6
Cost: FREE
Date: November 29 (originally on November 27)
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m., 10:15-11:00 a.m., 12:30-1:15 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem!
*NEW* Virtual Zoology Lab: Caribbean Sea
Grades: 3-5
Cost: $60
Dates: December 7, or January 16
Times: 8:00-8:30 a.m., 9:00-9:30 a.m., 10:00-10:30 a.m., 11:00-11:30 a.m., 12:00-12:30 p.m., 1:00-1:30 p.m., 2:00-2:30 p.m., or 3:00-3:30 p.m.
Also available by request by contacting rgossett@txstateaq.org.
Content Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed are those of the contributing members of Connect2Texas and do not necessarily represent the views of the Education Service Center Region 11. While some content is deemed appropriate for various curriculum standards used by viewers nationwide, most content providers make an effort to tie their content to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
Connect2Texas
Email: c2tx@esc11.net
Website: www.connect2texas.net
Location: Fort Worth, TX, United States
Phone: 817-740-7516
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Connect2Texas/178380812237957
Twitter: @connect2texas
To unsubscribe from Connect2Texas click here.