Dear Educators:
School's out! Congratulations on a great year. In this
month's ENews, get a sneak peek of what's coming to the Museum this fall, then
book a reservation for the 2010 – 2011 school year. For up-to-date information, visit our website: mos.org/educators.
Best,
Educator Programs Group
educator-email@mos.org
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George Washington Carver
On Exhibit Saturday, July 31 – Sunday, October 24
Born into slavery, George Washington Carver became a trailblazing
scientist whose experiments with plants laid the groundwork for today's
research on plant-based fuels, medicines, and everyday products. His
persistence and compassion nourished a lifelong mission to bring
practical knowledge to those in need.
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K'NEX: Building Thrill Rides
On Exhibit Sunday, November 7 – Monday, January 17
Explore the science and engineering that goes into creating a
pulse-pounding theme park experience when you check out this exhibit's
astounding amusement park models, including a ten-foot roller coaster.
Then, students build their own twisting, looping thrill ride!
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Thrill Ride: The Science of Fun
Playing in Omni Friday, July 2 – Monday, January 17
Take a white-knuckle trip through the science, history, and future of
roller coasters. Gain insight into the talents of modern-day thrill
masters as they work their magic with today's most sophisticated
computers, cameras, and lighting technology.
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Australia: Land Beyond Time
Opens in Omni Friday, September 10
Soar over the Outback's infinite desert, scale the sacred red rock, and
sidle up to Australia's most reclusive creatures as you explore the
world's largest island. Renowned for its unique animals and rugged,
unspoiled wilderness, Australia offers an exotic adventure most people
will never experience first hand.
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Special Small Group and Assembly Programs
Advance registration required
Did you know that groups can reserve one of our many live
presentations? Some can even be tailored to your curriculum. Consider
the following presentations:
- Climate Change
- Earth and Space Exploration
- Butterfly Garden Experience
- Mind Games & Optical Illusions
- Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling Show
- Energy Challenges and Solutions
- Technology in Our Lives
- Balance and Motion
- Fantastic Forces
- Incredible Energy!
- Sound and Music
To make a reservation, email presentationrequests@mos.org at least two
weeks in advance with your requested show title, date of visit, and
number of attendees.
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Dynamic Life Fall Teachers Series
September and October
Using Museum resources, teachers engage in adult learning that supports
teaching complex topics in biology. Middle school life science teachers
are invited to gather for a series of Wednesday afternoon professional
meetings focused on biodiversity, human biology, and genetics and
evolution.
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For information on field trips or to make a reservation, contact Science Central (open daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) at 617-723-2500 or fieldtrips@mos.org.
Need help getting started? Our Museum educators are happy to help you create a field trip with a Field Trip Planning Session. Call 617-589-0172.
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September and October are $2 Field Trip months for schools that offer free and reduced lunch participation at or above 35%.
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