Texas Skies Tonight
Ever wonder what wondrous objects you can see in the night time sky in October? Join Linda Krouse as she shares star stories for some of constellations visible right now. Your students will also learn how to best to enjoy the night sky, what planets are available for us to look at, and how to use tools besides your eyes to view the night-time sky. She will teach your students how to use a simple tool of science, a star chart, to make their night time sky viewing even more exciting.
Tuesday, October 12
Times: 9:45 or 10:30 CST
Grades: 3rd-8th grade
Cost: $75.00 per site
Registration Deadline: 10/4/2010
Monday, November 8
Time: 2:15-2:45 CST
Grades: 3rd-8th
Cost: $75.00 per site
Registration Deadline: 10/25/2010
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All About the Sun
The Sun is the most prominent feature in our solar system and its secrets and attributes are critical to understanding important science concepts like energy, waves, distance and even chemistry. Join Linda Krouse, Director of the Noble Planetarium, for an engaging program designed to help your students learn more about our amazing star, spectrums and energy.
Thursday, November 4 or December 2nd
Times: 9:30 or 10:30 CST
Grades: Middle and high school
Cost: $140 per site (includes materials kit)
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Looking for something NOT spooky for Halloween?
Adaptations Explorations: Owls
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.
Thursday, October 21
Times: 10:30 or 11:30 CST
Grades: 3rd-5th
Cost: $140 per site (includes materials kit)
Registration Deadline: 10/8/2010
Wednesday, October 27
Times: 12:30, 1:30 or 2:30 CST
Grades: Kindergarten-second grade
Cost: $140 per site (includes materials kit)
Registration Deadline: 10/13/2010
Friday, October 29
Times: 9:30, 10:30 or 11:30 CST
Grades: 3rd-5th grade
Cost: $140 per site (includes materials kit)
Registration Deadline: 10/15/2010
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For more information and/or register go to www.Connect2Texas.net
Lori Hamm
(817)740-7516