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- Much More Munsch! Until June 22, 2011
- Easter Eggstravaganza! Apr. 23-25
Admission:
$6 per person
(two and up)
$2 per person
(12-23 months)
Members and children under one year admitted FREE.
Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring Curriculum to Life at the Children's Museum!
Hands-on Programs to Inspire Your Students
EARLY YEARS (JK/SK) AND PRIMARY (GRADES 1-3) PROGRAMS FOR 2010-11
JUNIOR (GRADES 4-6) PROGRAMS FOR 2010-11
2010-11 Curriculum-Connected Programs for JK to Gr. 3
“The program was tied very well to our classroom study. Having a chance to learn from people in the community was amazing!”
Grade 2 teacher, Westdale Public School
“We had a great time. Thank you for providing our students with this hands-on experience.” Grade 3 teacher, Centennial Central Public School
For a limited time only...
Celebrations!
Available November 4 to January 2, 2011
Discover the seasonal celebrations of different cultures this time of year, and learn about the multiculturalism and diversity within our own community! Students experience the traditions, stories and activities that are part of Diwali, Hannukah, Christmas and Eid to help them understand the similarities and differences between these celebrations.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Personal & Social Development
Primary (Grades 1-3): Canada & World Connections
Munsch and Me!
January 20 to June 22, 2011
Imaginations will run wild in this literacy-based program inspired by the creative stories of Robert Munsch. Students will discover the art of storytelling and the inspiration behind his books while enriching their own writing skills and experiencing the creativity and whimsy of this favourite Canadian author. Mixing words, phrases, sounds and scenes, students will explore character creation, story development and creative idea generation.
Offered in conjunection with the temporary exhibit "Much More Munsch" on display until June 22, 2011.
Key Curriculum Connection:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language
Primary (Grades 1-3): Writing; Reading; Oral Communication
Back by Popular Demand...
Arctic Adventure
Discover how the unique Arctic environment affects both people and animals. Through activities, discussion, and hands-on exploration of a variety of cool artifacts, participants will be able to identify how climate, geography and culture impact those living in our rural northern communities.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Science & Technology
Primary (Grades 1-3): Heritage & Citizenship; Canada & World Connections
Community and Me
Through exploration and interactive experiences, students will discuss the characteristics of a community, diverse roles and responsibilities and how we all depend on each other. Community and Me is held in the Sifton Street Where You Live Gallery, providing participants with the opportunity to explore the rules and responsibilities of different members of their family and community within an engaging environment.
Available in English or French
Generously supported by London Life
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Personal & Social Development
Primary (Grades 1-3): Heritage & Citizenship
Dinosaurs
Opportunities for learning about the largest creatures to walk the earth abound in this interactive, engaging program. Students discover how we can learn about dinosaurs, even though they are long extinct. Using artifacts from our collection, participants will examine dinosaur bones, footprints, skin impressions, teeth, and even coprolite to understand the characteristics of these animals and how similar they are to those animals that exist today.
Available in English or French
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Science & Technology
Primary (Grades 1-3): Life Systems
Endangered Species
Explore the importance of various species and their habitats. Students learn about endangered species with a particular focus on those in Canada and the Thames Valley Region. Participants will discuss species’ interdependence as well as the current environmental issues plants and animals face. Students are encouraged to become stewards of the Earth as they learn what can be done to save animals facing endangerment and extinction.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Science & Technology
Primary (Grades 1-3): Life Systems
Junior Builder
Students explore the fundamentals of structure and construction. Charged with constructing different structures and simple machines that meet a specific need , participants learn teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they discover the relevance of engineering concepts to real world applications.
Available in English or French
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Science & Technology
Primary (Grades 1-3): Structures & Mechanisms
Operation: Solar System
Explore the wonders and science of the solar system! In this planetarium-based program participants explore our corner of the universe. Students examine the science behind the mysteries of space, including why the moon has phases, how the environments of planets are different from each other, and which constellations are visible at night and why.
Available in English or French
Key Curriculum Connections:
Early Years (JK/SK): Language; Science & Technology
Primary (Grades 1-3): Earth & Space Systems
2010-11 Curriculum-Connected Programs for Gr. 4 to 6
“Very organized, interactive and well presented. Thank you”
Grade 4/5 teacher St. Bernadette Catholic School
“We were all very impressed. We thought it was fantastic, thanks!!”
Grade 5/6 teacher, St. Bernadette Catholic School
New This Year...for a limited time only!
Celebrations!
Available November 4 to January 2, 2011
Discover the seasonal celebrations of different cultures this time of year, and learn about the multiculturalism and diversity within our own community! Students experience the traditions, stories and activities that are part of Diwali, Hannukah, Christmas and Eid to help them understand the similarities and differences between these celebrations.
Key Curriculum Connection:
Canada and World Connections
Munsch and Me!
January 20 to June 22, 2011
Imaginations will run wild in this literacy-based program inspired by the creative stories of Robert Munsch. Students will discover the art of storytelling and the inspiration behind the books while enriching their own writing skills and experience the creativity and whimsy of this favourite Canadian author. Students will explore voice, character and story development, and practice creative idea generation.
Offered in conjunection with the temporary exhibit "Much More Munsch" on display until June 22, 2011.
Key Curriculum Connection:
Writing: Reading; Oral Communication
*Limited Time Only: Engineering Week Programs!
March 1 to 4 p.m.
9:30-11:30 a.m. & 12-2 p.m.
This special program is geared towards Grades 4-6 students and is offered in partnership with the Engineering Department at the University of Western Ontario. Programs are only offered this week and are booked on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Each day fo the week focuses on a different area of engineering and themes are brought to life with fabulous hands-on activities!
Tuesday, March 1: Chemical Engineering- Physical vs. Chemical Reactions
Wednesday, March 2: Civil/Structural Engineering- Forces
Thursday, March 3:Mechanical Engineering- The Design Process
Friday, March 4: Electrical Engineering-Conductors vs. insulators
Key Curriculum Connections:
Grade 4: Science & Technology - Pulleys and Gears
Grade 5: Science & Technology - Properties of and Changes in Matter; Forces Acting on Structures and Mechanisms
Grade 6: Science & Technology - Electricity and Electrical Devices
*To book this program, phone 519-434-5726
Engineering Week programs are presented by Stantec Consulting and generously supported by NSERC and Dillon Consulting.
Back by Popular Demand...
Arctic Adventure
Discover how the unique Arctic environment affects both people and animals. Through activities, discussion, and hands-on exploration of a variety of cool artifacts, participants will be able to identify how climate, geography and culture impact those living in our rural northern communities.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Heritage & Citizenship; Canada & World Connections
Endangered Species
Explore the importance of various species and their habitats. Students learn about endangered species with a particular focus on those in Canada and the Thames Valley Region. Participants will discuss species’ interdependence as well as the current environmental issues plants and animals face. Students are encouraged to become stewards of the Earth as they learn what can be done to save animals facing endangerment and extinction.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Life Systems
Mission to Space
In this out-of-this-world program, students learn about what it means to be an astronaut through interactive, hands-on activities, experiments and discussion. Students will explore the science of rockets and rocket propulsion, the weird world of weightlessness, how to survive surrounded by a vacuum, and Canada’s contributions to space exploration.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Earth & Space Systems; Energy & Control
Operation: Solar System
Explore the wonders and science of the solar system! In this planetarium-based program participants explore our corner of the universe. Students examine the science behind the mysteries of space, including why the moon has phases, how the environments of planets are different from each other, and which constellations are visible at night and why.
Available in English or French
Key Curriculum Connections:
Earth & Space Systems
Paleontology
Participants discover the science of a dinosaur dig as they create a grid and map a site. Learning is enhanced through fossil analysis, the chance to make fossil casts and the hands-on opportunity to put their increased knowledge of paleontology to use in our Dinosaur Gallery. Students discover the importance of the field of paleontology, and why new findings are so revealing.
Key Curriculum Connections:
Number Sense & Numeration; Measurement; Data Management & Probability
Self-Guided Field Trips
A self-guided visit gives your class the chance to explore our hands-on galleries at your own pace and take part in daily demonstrations, activities and crafts.
Your adventure could include a dig for Dinosaurs, crawling through Caves, a trek to the Arctic, a stroll down Sifton Street Where You Live, a trip back in time to A Child Long Ago, a journey to the stars in TD Canada Trust My Place in Space and scientific discoveries in the Science in Your World gallery.
Offered September through June
Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Also on Monday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during June
$5.50/student
Museum School
Imagine a classroom with Dinosaurs, Caves, Polar Bears, Space Shuttles and Sea Creatures! Let the Children's Museum be your classroom for a full week!
Our team of educators will work with you to plan an unforgettable and invaluable week of learning and discovery, complete with rich, curriculum-based activities, and tailor-made to integrate all subjects.
Part of the London Museum School initiative, this immersive approach to learning has been proven to increase student achievement with research indicating significant growth in the acquisition of language, problem-solving and higher order thinking skills. Museum School is the ultimate in experiential education!
$60/student for one week.
Generously supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, London Life, London Heritage Council and the London Community Foundation.
Plan for an outstanding educational experience!
We want to make sure that our curriculum-connected field trips meet your needs and are educational, fun and memorable for your students. In planning your trip, please note the following guidelines:
- One adult chaperone is required for every five children and will be admitted free. The cost per child is $6.50 for one program, or $10 for two programs. Teachers and chaperones are responsible for their groups at all times. For the safety and enjoyment of your class and all of our visitors, children must be closely supervised at all times while visiting the Museum. Disruptive behaviour may result in a group being asked to leave without refund.
- We strive to provide you with the highest quality programs which do require the full 50 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your program.
- A minimum of ten children is required for field trips.
- Children's Museum memberships and coupons cannot be applied to education programs.
- Subsidies are available for schools identified as having financial challenges. Please inquire at time of booking.
- May and June are particularly busy months for field trips. If you are planning to visit in May or June, please book early and be prepared for crowds.
- Galleries may be temporarily closed throughout the year for on-site education programs; please feel free to call prior to your visit to determine any gallery closings.
- The Museum's Explore Store will be open for those who wisht o purchase souvenirs or educational toys. Proceeds from all purchases support the ongoing operation of the Children's Museum.
- Snacks, ice cream and beverages are available from the Explore Store. Pizza lunches can be arranged at time of booking, or bag lunches may be brought to the Museum. Food and beverages are permitted in designated areas only.
- Nos programmes sont aussi disponibles en français. Nous vous prions de nous contacter si vous désirez recevoir l'un de nos programmes en français et nous essaieron de répondre à votre demande le plus fidèlement possible.
For more information about any of our programs, or to book, call 519-434-5726 or email us at schoolbookings@londonchildrensmuseum.ca. We will gladly provide more details about the curriculum connections of each field trip and guidelines to help your class get the most from each education program.
If you'd like to come and see the Children's Museum for yourself before you bring your class, please let us know and we'll arrange for a free visit and tour.
If you have participated in one of our education programs before, please take a second to fill out this brief feedback survey and let us know how we did!
Our on-site education programs are generously supported by:
