Visit the Memphis Zoo’s African penguins in this live-stream journey just in time for African Penguin Awareness Day! In this virtual experience, we will talk all about our waddling friends and discover what makes them special and ways we can help them in the wild. Don’t miss out on this penguin celebration!

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Published in the Fall of 2023, Thank A Farmer celebrates farmers and the food they tend from field to table, touching on complex farming and production and supply chain processes.

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The Roman empire is a fascinating topic; there’s so much content to explore and so many questions to ask. For example, how did the Romans make one of the greatest empires the world has ever known?Through the eyes of a Centurion, we’ll delve into the life of a Roman soldier to uncover how he marched, fought and lived. You’ll see the different kinds of armour he wore, learn about his weapons and discover what he kept in his kit bag and why. Students will learn about Rome itself, one of the greatest cities of the ancient world, and the first to have a million inhabitants. We’ll take a look at the Colosseum, what entertainment was to be found there? Who were Verus and Priscus and what was their story? We’ll also explore what it was like to be a slave, their rights and living conditions.

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Most plants start from a seed, but what happens afterwards. We’ll review what a plant needs to grow and how a plant grows from a seed. We’ll explore in more detail pumpkins, squash and gourds, and how a pumpkin plant grows. What do you like to do with pumpkins? Please have a sheet of paper and a pencil to draw with. We’ll be drawing what a pumpkin plant needs to grow and a pumpkin plant.

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Lesson 2: Mouth, Antennae, and Eyes Dive into the sensory world of mosquitoes by studying their mouthparts, antennae, and eyes. Learn how these adaptations enable mosquitoes to find food, habitat, and avoid predators.

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Author and storyteller Marty Chan shares eerie ghost stories and tips on how kids can write their own creepy tales. (Program duration is 30 to 40 minutes.)

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Most plants start from a seed, but what happens afterwards. We’ll review what a plant needs to grow and how a plant grows from a seed. We’ll explore in more detail pumpkins, squash and gourds, and how a pumpkin plant grows. What do you like to do with pumpkins? Please have a sheet of paper and a pencil to draw with. We’ll be drawing what a pumpkin plant needs to grow and a pumpkin plant.

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It’s all about the seasons & observable changes! How does Earth’s tilt affect the seasons? Why is the Earth tilted anyway? How do daily changes affect the environment? Why is daylight a different length in summer vs. winter? How do clouds form and how do we measure the weather? Why do some clouds spin?

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The American colonists grew tired of the tyranny of King George III and the injustice of certain actions of Parliament. During the summer of 1776, Americans called for independence and a new form of government that derived its powers from the consent of the governed. This session will discuss the meaning of the various sections of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America.

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Meet an SSC Marine Mammal Rescue expert and learn about the team’s response efforts, as well as the biology, conservation, and rehabilitation of the marine mammals they work with. Students will learn more about the tools, procedures, and precautions that these marine scientists take when working in the field and lab. At the end of the program, we will discuss ways we can help keep our ocean and marine wildlife healthy.

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Join us on a deep dive into the darkest parts of the ocean. Together we will explore the unique creatures that call this habitat home, the adaptations they use to live in this challenging environment, and draw some of our favorite deep sea friends!

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During this presentation by the Chattanooga Zoo, students learn what conservation means, how zoos practice it, and practical ways that they can help. (Program duration is 30 to 40 minutes.)

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In this skill-based program, interactive challenges with real-world stories are woven together to explore the shadow-world of espionage and answer the question…do you have what it takes to be a spy?

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Tour behind the scenes and trace lunar rockets, rovers, and landers from concept to reality. Learn about some of the diverse careers available in the contemporary space industry and match the skills in these space jobs to your own talents and interests. This presentation includes remarks and Q&A with an industry professional from the Pittsburgh-based space company Astrobotic.

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Investigate the birds and other wild animals that live in different communities and consider how these animals get the food, water, shelter, and space they need to survive.

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Visit the MFA’s Art of South and Southeast Asia galleries to explore Indian sculptures of Hindu gods and goddesses. Students build an understanding of how these artworks originate from a religious tradition that developed in ancient South Asia, as well as how they continue to have modern relevance for the Hindu faith worldwide.

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Museum educators in period dress will guide students on a virtual journey through Liberty Hall. In this historic setting, students will see artifacts from the collection, learn how the events leading up to the American Revolution shaped the difficult decisions faced by New Jersey colonists, and debate whether they should support the patriot cause, remain loyal to King George III, or stay out of the conflict with the Quakers.

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Let’s take an imaginary walk through the desert to discover hidden animals and plants. While meeting some of these fascinating desert dwellers, we will identify the special adaptations each has for survival in this dry environment.

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Join us at a sea turtle rescue center in south Texas to learn about land, freshwater, and sea turtle anatomy and adaptations. Explore the differences and similarities between these species and how they have adapted to their habitats.

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Lesson 3: Exoskeleton, Camouflage, and Habitat Discover the protective adaptations of mosquitoes, including their exoskeleton and camouflage techniques. Investigate how their habitat preferences support their survival.

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Haiku is perhaps the most well-known short poetic form. Because of its impressionistic brevity, haiku is a popular way to encourage the appreciation and writing of poetry. Learn what goes into writing a haiku and how you can create your own.

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Join us for a journey through the solar system! Using virtual planetarium software, we’ll collectively
explore 360 degree views of planetary systems, and hop from planet to planet learning lots of fun facts along the way. Students will get to investigate craters on the moon, see the great red spot on Jupiter, and
even study the sun up close. Everyone is bound to learn something new about our solar system! After
the program, educators can download the free planetarium software and use it in their classrooms to
help students further explore the Universe.

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Learn all about October’s favorite gourd...the pumpkin! Explore how the pumpkin has influenced popular culture as seen in films, comic books and children’s tales.

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Join us for a journey through the solar system! Using virtual planetarium software, we’ll collectively
explore 360 degree views of planetary systems, and hop from planet to planet learning lots of fun facts along the way. Students will get to investigate craters on the moon, see the great red spot on Jupiter, and
even study the sun up close. Everyone is bound to learn something new about our solar system! After
the program, educators can download the free planetarium software and use it in their classrooms to
help students further explore the Universe.

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Learn how scientists at the center study a wild population of endangered Steller sea lions hauled out on the Chiswell Islands. Practice remote video monitoring yourself!

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Christina Diaz Gonzalez will discuss The Bluest Sky (a SC Junior Book Award nominee) and her writing process in crafting stories. (Program duration is 30 to 40 minutes.)

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From predators to prey, all animals have a role to play! In this program, participants will meet animal ambassadors and learn about the differences between omnivores, herbivores, and carnivores. Participants will also discover how energy flows within a food chain.

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Use sign language and participate in a folktale story about spiders and their webs! Then become an arachnologist (spider scientist) and learn some fun spiders facts with Miss Liz the Science Wiz. Your students will simulate real spider behavior while exploring a spider web that they have created! Students will be able to retell our sign language story and do our science experiments at home.

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Discover the traditions passed down for hundreds of years from West Africa to modern South Carolina and how African Americans have shaped the culture, language, food, and music of the Lowcountry. Examine documents, artifacts, and replicas to understand the African American experience in South Carolina from enslavement to the Civil War

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Join popular children’s book author Sue Fliess and a group of Kid Scientists as they head to space for their stay on the International Space Station! Sue will talk about her writing process and how she researched the ISS, how our bodies change in space, and growing food in a spacelab, for her book KID SCIENTISTS: ASTRONAUTS ON THE SPACE STATION. She’ll read excerpts from the story and discuss the scientific method used in the book and answer questions.

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Mr. Edison is sometimes credited with inventing the twentieth century. If he did not, he certainly pushed it in a new direction. Mr. Fincken has been portraying Edison for more than twenty years. He hopes to show why Edison the man is so much more interesting than Edison the myth. “I feel it was a unique learning experience to be involved with a person who re-enacts another’s life. He was so knowledgeable and efficient that at the end some of my children asked was it really Thomas Edison.” Educator New York State.

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A hands-on school science workshop relevant to modern living! Students investigate electrical energy production from renewable and non-renewable resources. The activities cover a range of topics including wind farms, the Snowy Mountains Scheme, how to reduce energy consumption in the home, and the difference between ozone depletion and the enhanced greenhouse effect.

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Patrick Henry is regarded as the Orator of the American Revolution, famous for his call for liberty or death at St. John’s Church in Richmond, Virginia in 1775. But how did Henry find himself in St. John’s Church that day, and was this the first time he spoke out against British tyranny? Join Preservation Virginia–owner and operator of Patrick Henry’s Scotchtown plantation–in an exploration of key moments and events in Patrick Henry’s road to revolution

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Strategically located at the convergence of three major storm tracks, the summit of Mount Washington is battered year-round by some of the highest winds observed on Earth. In this program, we’ll learn where wind comes from and how weather observers at the historic Mount Washington Observatory measure this invisible force. As a bonus, we’ll watch the observers work and play in winds over one hundred miles per hour!

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Bats are found all over the world. Nocturnal and mysterious, these mammals play a vital role in the world’s ecosystems. In this virtual program, we are going to discover just how they are important to us bats are and what makes these winged mammals extremely unique!

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Leaves are all around us year-round – indoors and outdoors. To get things started we’ll do a leaf rubbing. We’ll use that to explore the parts of a leaf and their functions. We’ll discover why plants in different locations have the leaves they do.

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Explore our 2024 Dia de los Muertos Ofrendas! This exhibit will center on expanding our community’s
understanding of this deeply cultural and historic celebration. We are showcasing authentic Ofrendas
crafted by our partner schools from southeastern Wisconsin, as well as local artists, and community
members.

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Allow your students to be introduced to the exciting world of problem solving, creative thinking, and mathematical reasoning through the excitement of stories. Steve will enchant the students with his wonderful stories while sneaking in some math activities. He will keep your students engaged and laughing from start to finish.

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Connect with an art conservator for a live demonstration of the paste-making process used in the Museum’s Asian Conservation Studio. Students will learn about the chemistry of adhesives and why they are important in the conservation of Chinese paintings at the MFA.

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Students will examine the Gothic form and it’s history as well as analyze comparisons to other Gothic artists like Mary Shelley and Horace Walpole. Using text from “The Fall of the House of Usher” and “The Masque of the Red Death” students will understand Poe’s pioneering techniques in creating unease and how these techniques continue to be used in horror films today.

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Nonfiction science author Ginjer Clarke reads from her exciting (and a little bit scary!) book, Tiny Terrors! The World’s Scariest Small Creatures, with select excerpts, additional fun facts, and a bit of geography to help students understand where in the world these creatures live.

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This time of year we may see skulls as Halloween decorations, but did you know that we can learn so much about an animal by simply looking at their skull! Use your investigative skills to determine more about the diet and habits of many different species by observing their skulls and then meet a surprise live animal guest.

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From William Shakespeare to Edgar Allan Poe to Jack Prelutsky, poets have long written spooky poems about witches, spirits, and haunted houses. Celebrate Halloween this year with both chilling and cheerful poems of ghosts, goblins, and trick-or-treating from many of the world’s most famous poets.

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From ghost sharks to zombie worms, the ocean is full of creepy creatures that slither and slime, wiggle and wind through the deep sea. Dive into a Shalloween celebration of spooktacular creatures like skeleton shrimp, vampire squid, hagfish and more as we learn what lurks under the waves. It’s a time of fish, fun, and delightful frightfuls for buoys and ghouls of all ages inside Mote’s A-SCARE-IUM.

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Some kinds of arthropods have wings and antennae. The quantity and types of these body parts, and how they are arranged, tell you if an animal is an insect, spider, millipede, or centipede. There are reptiles that also can fly, but they don’t have wings. How many reptiles do you know from British Columbia? Join Dr. Gavin Hanke, Curator of Vertebrate Zoology, and Royal BC Museum Research Associate and spider expert Dr. Robb Bennett, as they guide you through an engaging exploration of creatures that creep, crawl, and slither. We will Investigate arthropod and reptile bodies and get creative by building a critter. Participants will need pencil and paper.

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Elby is nervous about riding through a Haunted House. Perhaps he’d feel a bit more at ease if we took a closer look at the mechanisms that control the scare features. Together, we’ll reprogram the ghosts and goblins, then take a ride through the Haunted House as a class. CodeJoy participants will learn the basics of coding using conditional statements and explore simple mechanisms. A computer or Chromebook is required for you to interact with our in-studio robots.

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Journey into the secret world of carnivorous plants. Discover the unique methods by which these amazing organisms capture food to continue their survival.

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Join popular children’s book author Sue Fliess for a Halloween field trip! Sue will talk about her writing process, the history of Halloween and trick-or-treating, how Halloween came to America, and pumpkin carving. She’ll read her book HOW TO SPOOK A GHOST and answer questions.

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Journey into the secret world of carnivorous plants. Discover the unique methods by which these amazing organisms capture food to continue their survival.

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Our best scientists are on the quest to become the winner of Roper Mountain’s best science demonstration of the year! Join them as they take on the pumpkin challenge. Scientists will be provided with a pumpkin and then be assigned a domain of science to demonstrate. They will showcase their best science for the world to vote on. Their only requirement is to utilize a pumpkin to showcase their science. What do you think they’ll do? Make sure to tune in to check it out!

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Have you ever heard of Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster? They are animals that may or may not be real. They are creatures of cryptozoology. This presentation explores the mysterious eyewitness accounts, including stories of baby cryptids. Adorable. If you love these stories, join us.

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