Winter / Spring 2010 Program Schedule
The Science of Sound
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Let's make some noise for the 304th birthday of Benjamin Franklin! He liked to experiment with music so much he invented a new instrument. Students will learn about the science of sound by creating a variety of instruments.
Things That Move
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Students can build an arrary of toys that spin, roll, hover and jitter while they learn about the physics of forces and motion. This class will delve into Newton's Laws of Motion and different types of energy.
Materials Matter
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Materials science is the study of the fascinating, practical, occasionally bizarre and often beautiful world of materials you use every day. Students will explore how atoms and molecules can be built into new fabrics, memory metal, detergents, sunscreen, light bulbs and solar cells.
Energy
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Students will get time for an in-depth exploration of the new Electricity and Changing Earth exhibits. Learn about the ins and outs of energy like where it comes from, how it gets into your home, and how you can conserve the resources that make it.
Homeschool Workshops 2010
General Information
Ages
Homeschool Workshops are for students ages 7-14. All ages will be in the same classroom, but separated by age at different tables.
Times
Each workshop runs from 10:30AM-3:30PM.
What to Bring
- Please pack a lunch. The class will take about a 30 minute break in the classroom for lunch.
- Portfolios and pencils will be provided, so you don't have to bring anything else, unless you want to.
- The temperature can vary greatly around the museum, so dress in layers and be prepared for small messes!
- A Health and Consent Form if you haven't already returned it. (Only one per year needed.)
Arrival and Departure
Sign in will begin in the Atrium on the 2nd floor around 10:15AM and we will leave for the classroom by 10:30AM. We will return your student(s) to the Atrium around 3:30PM for you to sign them back out.
Parking
You may park in The Franklin Institute's garage, entrance on 21st St, at a discounted rate of $6 per Workshop. Please bring your ticket inside to receive the Workshop validation stamp.
Workshop Fees
$80 per student (Non-Member)
$72 per student (Member)
The Registration Form provides more details about the program.
With your registraion, you will need to provide a signed Consent Form.
The Program Flyer is also available for you to print.
For questions about the workshops, please contact Jessica Kindt via email.
For questions about making a reservation, please contact the Reservations team.