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Activity Classes
Activity classes enhance classroom instruction and incorporate the process skills described in the PASS objectives, Priority Academic Student Skills developed by the Oklahoma State Board of Education. A minimum of 10 students is required to attend an activity class. Classes are approximately 50 minutes in length. Up, Up and Away (stomp rockets) - PK - 8th GradeStudents build and launch a paper rocket while learning Sir Isaac
Newton’s three Laws of Motion. Inertia, force and action/reaction
are all experienced in one paper rocket. Click here for the teacher guide. Discover Space - PK through 2nd GradeUsing inflatable planets, students explore the solar system discussing
the characteristics of each planet. Students will draw the inner
and outer planets and use their senses while examining meteorite
samples. When planning your field trip, consider a planetarium show
for a total learning experience. Click here for the teacher
guide. Voyage through Space - 3rd - 5th GradeInteractive exercises allow students to compare the characteristics
of planets, including distances and weights. The class will investigate
meteorite samples and various minerals. Click here for the teacher guide. Chemical Concoctions - 3rd - 5th GradeStudents gather evidence as they investigate the question,
“What are the characteristics of a chemical change?” They will conduct
a controlled experiment, and then make changes to observe formation
of solids and gasses as well as color and temperature change. Click here for the teacher
guide. Prepare for Take Off - 4th - 12th GradeWith the use of computer flight simulators, students take the pilot’s seat as they learn about the forces of flight and the use of flight instruments. They will simulate a take off, landing and complete other flight maneuvers. Space is limited. Space Shuttle Mission4th Grade-Adult $400 per 3 hour session
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