Grades 3-8: 1001 Inventions


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Content Provider New York Hall of Science 2008-09 Honorable Mention
Contact Information Anthony Negron
anegron@nysci.org
47-01 111th street
Queens, NY 11368
United States
Phone: (718) 699-0005 ext. 597
Fax: (718) 699-1341
Program Type Individual Program
Program Rating This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Public Library: Library Patrons, After School Programs, Hospitals and other informal learning centers
Maximum Number of Participants There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 30
Minimum Number of Participants none
Primary Disciplines Best Practice, Character Education, Collaboration, International, Sciences, Social Studies/History, Standards, Technology/Information Science
Secondary Disciplines Fine Arts, Foreign/World Languages, Problem Solving
Program Description There are 2 versions of our 1001 Inventions Virtual Visit:

One will focus on the Home Zone of the exhibition. This will deal with inventions created almost 1000 years ago that still shape our everyday life. Students will engage in several activities creating similar inventions as seen in the exhibition. (Primary Audience: 3rd-5th graders)

The second version focuses on the Universe Zone. This deals with how ancient astronomers expanded our view of the universe. Students will also engage in several activities creating instruments/tools that are helpful for us to understand our stars and constellations.(Primary audience: 6th-8th graders)
Program Format Both programs will have the following format:
1.)Introduction to the museum
2.)Discussion on Ben Kingsley video and premise for the exhibition.
3.)Look at one of the specific exhibits (i.e Elephant clock exhibit)
4.)Hands-on activity (i.e create lemon power clocks)
5.)Visit another exhibit (i.e camera obscura exhibit)
6.) Hands-on activity
7.) One final exhibit and conclusion wrapping up overall theme of the exhibition and program
Objectives The participants will:

-engage in numerous activities creating similar inventions that were have benefited society for years.
-develop an appreciation for past inventors who have helped shape our lives today.
-explore the history of various cultures with an emphasis on the muslim culture and how all cultures have contributed to an assortment of inventions we can't seem to live without.
National Standards to which this program aligns NS.K-4.2 PHYSICAL SCIENCE
As a result of the activities in grades K-4, all students should develop an understanding of
Properties of objects and materials.

NS.K-4.1 SCIENCE AS INQUIRY
As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop
Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
Understanding about scientific inquiry

NS.K-4.5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop
Abilities of technological design
Understanding about science and technology

NS.K-4.4 EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
As a result of their activities in grades K-4, all students should develop an understanding of
Properties of earth materials

NS.5-8.1 SCIENCE AS INQUIRY
As a result of activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop
Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
Understanding about scientific inquiry

NS.5-8.5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
As a result of activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop
Abilities of technological design
Understanding about science and technology


NS.5-8.4 EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE
As a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop an understanding of
Properties of earth materials
Program Length 30-35 minutes
By Request This program is available by request ONLY
Date/Time Notes This is the first this special traveling exhibition has been in the United States and will only be offered from December 4th-April 24th
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees By Request Cost: $75.00
Cancellation Policy We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.
Is recording allowed? No
The Provider broadcasts over IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider We dial school. Optimal IP connection speed 364. Test connection required prior to scheduled Virtual Visit.

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Grades K-2: Around the World with Santa


Content Provider The Mariners' Museum
Contact Information Anne Marie Millar
distancelearning@marinersmuseum.org
100 Museum Drive
Newport News, VA 23606
United States
Phone: (757) 591-7748
Program Type Individual Program
Program Rating This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience Education: Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, Public Library: Library Patrons
Maximum Number of Participants 100
Minimum Number of Participants 1
Primary Disciplines Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History, Geography
Program Description Connect in to the "North Pole" where Santa has agreed to take some time from his busy December schedule to read to your students. You can choose from two holiday books - A Pirate's Night Before Christmas or The Gingerbread Pirates. Santa will also teach students about geography as he talks about his plans for Christmas Eve. As part of the program, students will be able to complete a passport for Santa so they can remember all of his stops.
Program Format 1. Students will make their Holiday Passport while Santa talks about his flight around the world on Christmas Eve.
2. Santa will read the students a holiday book - either A Pirate's Night Before Christmas or The Gingerbread Pirates (pre-selected by the teacher/coordinator)
3. Program concludes as Santa leads the students in singing a holiday song.
4. There will be time for students to ask Santa questions.
Objectives This program is designed to be both seasonal and fun while giving students a story time with a special guest. Students will also learn more about geography and various countries.
National Standards to which this program aligns NL-ENG.K-12.1 READING FOR PERSPECTIVE
NL-ENG.K-12.2 UNDERSTANDING THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
NL-ENG.K-12.5 COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
NSS-G.K-12.1 THE WORLD IN SPATIAL TERMS
NSS-G.K-12.2 PLACES AND REGIONS
Program Length 30 minutes
By Request This program is available by request ONLY
Date/Time Notes This special Holiday program will be available on demand though December 22.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees Interactive Cost: $75.00
Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $75.00 What's this?
By Request Cost: $75.00
By Request Cost with Premium Service: $75.00 What's this?
Cancellation Policy The Mariners' Museum does not charge for programs canceled due to nature, i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites canceling with less than a 24-hour notice.
Is recording allowed? No
The Provider broadcasts over IP

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