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.

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.

Early Americans developed tools to save time and energy using simple machines. Explore the functions of the inclined plane, screw, lever, wedge, wheel & axle, and pulley through close-up examination of the Museum’s artifacts.

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.

The soft glow of a candle, the blink of a firefly, a burst of fireworks―light is everywhere in our world! Rhyming text and luminous illustrations follow four children as they experience many different forms of light.

Get in the spooky season spirit as spiders take over Butterfly Pavilion! Join us as we learn about spider anatomy, diversity, and why these creepy crawlies are an essential part of a healthy ecosystem while meeting a few of Butterfly Pavilion's eight-legged residents.

A book celebrating the fabulous fungi all around us, illustrated by Diana Sudyka. Learn about the fungal life cycle, the huge variety of forms and colors, and how some have properties to kill and heal.

Welcome to your crash course in the science of palaeontology! Explore the process of fossilization and the differences between the types of fossils. Glimpse behind the scenes to follow the journey of a fossil from its discovery, excavation in the field, and preparation at the Museum. The program concludes with an interactive Q&A period where we use images, videos, and real fossils to complement our answers.

Students will listen to and read a selection of Edgar Allan Poe’s poetry including "Alone," "Annabel Lee," and "Eldorado.” Throughout the reading, students will pay attention to the imagery in the poems. Then, students will create their own artwork inspired by the poems and showcase their creations to their fellow classmates.

Water is needed to produce everything we use today, but how much water do we really use? Can we “reuse” water, or how does a water filter keep our water clean? What are some of the pollutants in our watershed, and what can we do to help? Let's learn how we can learn to become aware of our local environment through these hands-on demonstrations of water activities.

Explore the incredible world of insects and the important roles they play in the ecosystem. Discover the wonder of butterfly metamorphosis, learn how insects communicate, and meet the live insects that make their home in the RMSC. After the program, students will be able to identify the different parts of butterfly metamorphosis as well as identify the structures that indicate which organisms are insects. Students will also learn about specific insect habitats, environments, and adaptations.

Examine the human skeleton while learning how bones give us structure and help us move. Discover the history of the x-ray and learn how to keep bones safe and healthy! Use your learning to construct your own skeleton.

Tune in this week to learn all about Omaha History! From the Omaha Tribe to Omaha as an outfitting City and the Trans-Mississippi discover the history of this great city!

You won’t believe your eyes! Watch an educator dissect a cow eye while explaining its different parts and functions. Can cows see color? Do our eyes change over time? Learn about the eye-brain system by comparing the differences between human eyes and cow eyes.

Why does static electricity make your hair stand up? What is sound energy? What is the link between magnets and electricity? It’s all about forces as we explore sound, electricity, and simple machines in this visit to the Explore Science Zone. Join our Science Communicator as they play with a Van Der Graaff generator, demonstrate the power of a pickle, and turn a balloon into a fireball! Then, follow us on a trip into the Science Gallery to explore pulleys, gravity, and go for a zoom around the Race Track.

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.

No Taxation without Representation! This cry moved many to join a revolution. Learn all about the foundations of money in society, colonial currency, and items used in daily life by Charlestonians during the colonial era and Revolutionary War, and how money and goods sparked a rebellion.

Bring the wonders of space straight to your classroom with Museum of Science space educator and expert, Talia. From gravity-defying missions and orbiting tech to black hole mysteries and star activity, this live, interactive event covers current events from the past few weeks in space will spark curiosity and inspire future innovators.

The American Revolution featured many incredible and impressionable moments for the young minds who would come to shape the new country following independence–but few were as impactful as the brutal winter of Valley Forge in 1777-1778. This program will explore the importance of Valley Forge in the Revolution and on the individuals who experienced it, like John Marshall, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and the Marquis de Lafayette. Moreover, students will learn how Valley Forge, ultimately, impacted future Chief Justice John Marshall, American politics, and the United States Judiciary.

The power of Rome came from its large, well-trained army. In this engaging livestream from the History Squad studio, children will have the chance to meet a Roman Centurion. They’ll see his armour and weapons up close and learn all about army life and discover what it took to become a Roman soldier. Delving into the past, we’ll discover the vast extent of the Roman Empire, the countries they conquered, and examine why, eventually, after 1000 years, the Empire collapsed. Enjoy a fun and fascinating insight into Roman history and discover why the Roman army was so efficient.

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.

Students will examine primary sources and replica artifacts to learn more about the daily life of a soldier during the American Revolution, including reasons for joining the conflict, what they would have worn, eaten, and even their illnesses. To end the program, students will read excerpts from the diary of a soldier who was present at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781!

Need some advice? Ask the planet! Discover all that we can learn from plant and animal mentors that have been problem-solving through unique adaptations for 3.8 billion years.

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? All this and more is covered in this hands-on school science incursion where students can explore these topics in detail.

Laura will read ONE BIG PAIR OF UNDERWEAR. Following the read-aloud, students will have the opportunity to participate in a number of interactive rhyming and math games.

We pioneer marine-based medicines, develop innovative methods to combat harmful algal blooms, and create smart tools for ocean monitoring. Our research uncovers bioactive compounds from marine organisms, large and small, to enhance human health. Additionally, we integrate state-of-the-art sensors and autonomous vehicles to track and improve water quality. Explore our groundbreaking work and join us in advancing the science of the sea.

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.

This week’s theme is all about Halloween! We won’t be too spooky as we discuss the candy offered at our historic soda fountain, our decorated train car, and Professor Durham’s history mystery!

Join popular children's book Read Aloud with 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.

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 important bats are to us and what makes these winged mammals extremely unique!

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

Students will examine the Gothic form and its 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.

Trace the path to the American Revolution from the first stirrings of discontent to the birth of the nation using primary source documents and artifacts from the museum’s collection.

In this program, the Greenville zoo staff will talk about camouflage and how animals use different ways to hide in plain sight. This presentation will last approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

Join the Center for Birds of Prey Staff for an up-close look at the world of owls. Explore their unique adaptations for silent flight and nocturnal hunting. Experience a variety of owls in free flight.

Celebrate National Sea Slug day! Join the staff of the Mote Marine Laboratory as they take your students through all there is to know about the Sea Slug.

The power of Rome came from its large, well-trained army. In this engaging livestream from the History Squad studio, children will have the chance to meet a Roman Centurion. They’ll see his armour and weapons up close and learn all about army life and discover what it took to become a Roman soldier. Delving into the past, we’ll discover the vast extent of the Roman Empire, the countries they conquered, and examine why, eventually, after 1000 years, the Empire collapsed. Enjoy a fun and fascinating insight into Roman history and discover why the Roman army was so efficient.

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.

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

Go on a short virtual tour of Great Basin National Park, then become a cave detective to explore what organisms can survive in the cold, dark environment of Lehman Caves. Gain a deeper understanding of how animal adaptations are linked to specific environments.

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.

Join museum educators as they lead us through a Halloween tour of our handling collection and bust some myths about animals we connect to Halloween. Are bats really spooky? Do spiders creep you out? We all have different feelings about the animals we share our world with. Find out why we should have respect and appreciation for the fascinating animals of Halloween!

Prepare to be frightened as the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology presents the Top 10 Scariest Specimens in our Collection! During this presentation, you will see a crocodile skull the size of a Smart Car, the largest dinosaur claw ever found, and a creature with a set of teeth bigger than T. Rex!

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!

Have you ever wondered why cats, bats, witches, ghosts and jack-o-lanterns are popular symbols of Halloween? This light hearted presentation will offer the origin stories of five symbols that helps ease fear without killing the spooky.

Spiders might not be everyone's favorite animal, but during this program we'll encourage you to keep an open mind as we make a pitch for the awesomeness of spiders! We'll explore everything from spider anatomy to their feeding habits and how they grow and defend themselves. We’ll meet a wide range of spiders, feed one of our tarantulas, and play a trivia game to dispel some of those troublesome myths about our eight-legged friends.