Science Museum Resource Guide 2014-2015

94% of teachers said their field trip

to the Science Museum met their

learning goals.

INFORMAL LEARNING INSPIRES!

TEACHER RESOURCE GUIDE 2014–2015

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INFORMAL LEARNING STICKS Informal learning is active, engaging, and fun! More importantly, it has many benefits.

Studies show that students remember details from an informal learning experience, which strengthens and deepens knowledge of the subjects they are studying. Field trips improve critical thinking skills and make connections between art, science, math, and history.

75% of teachers said a Science

Museum field trip supported academic

standards.


Hello teachers! Meet SciEd—science education support and programs for teachers.At the Science Museum of Minnesota, we are passionate about science

education and advancing science literacy. We’re equally passionate about

supporting teachers. That’s why we have created SciEd—just for you. SciEd

will help you bring the fascinating world of science to life for your students.

SciEd is our comprehensive offering to support teachers: through field

trip packages at the museum, residencies and assemblies at your school

and classroom, our Science House lending library, teacher professional

development, and other STEM-related resources. Additionally, we want

communication with teachers to be ongoing through email, gatherings,

and teacher feedback. Your input helps us be better prepared

to bring science to life. Together, we prepare students for success.

ENJOY OUR PREMIERE RESOURCE GUIDE

This Teacher Resource Guide provides an overview of all Science Museum

programs and offerings for the 2014–15 school year. More details are

available on our website: smm.org. The guide covers: FIELD TRIPS

(pages 6–15); programs that take place AT YOUR SCHOOL (pages 16–18);

and our RESOURCES & TRAINING programs (pages 19–21). You can also

download this guide at smm.org/resourceguide.

LET’S KEEP IN TOUCH, SUBSCRIBE TODAY

We don’t want you to miss a thing. Email is our main method of ongoing

communication. Subscribe at smm.org/teachers and you’ll receive

invitations to free teacher previews of new exhibits and films, teaching tips,

and classroom ideas. Encourage your colleagues to sign up, too!

OMNITHEATER

ASSEMBLIES

REGIONAL TOURSSee page 18 for our regional map and dates available in your school’s area

OVERNIGHT CAMP-INSSee page 15 for details

SCHOOL FAMILY NIGHTS See page 15 for detailsSCIENCE

HOUSE

Resources& Training

PAGES 19–21

Up to 4 per day

• Grades K-2 – Dinosaurs – Sound – Water

• Grades 3-5 – Electricity – Energy Connections – Engineering – Solids, Liquids, and Gases – Water

A one- to four-day visit

• Grades K-5 – Archaeology – Crime Lab Science – Electricity – Engineering – Water

INCLUDED WITH ANY OF THE 3 FIELD TRIP PACKAGES

Engineering is Elementary® (EiE)

• EiE Immersion Residencies

• EiE Teacher Workshops

• EiE Family Program Be Creative — Be an Engineer!

• Lending LibrarySearch our catalog for items to use in your classroom.smm.org/sciencehouse

• Professional Development

– Summer institutes for teachers and district leaders

– Customized services for schools and district leaders

– School-year programs for schools and district leaders

FREE TEACHER

PREVIEWS!

Subscribe to our emails to receive invitations

to free teacher previews of new exhibits and films.

smm.org/teachers

Showtimes vary

– Meta the Monarch– Ballgame Physics– Jax and the Big Data Beanstalk– Cryogenics–The Big Chill– Me, Myself, and Microbes– Duck, Duck, Gray Moose!– Sound All Around– Fire Triangle– Goldie’s Bears– Splish and Splash– The Way the Ball Bounces– I’m No Einstein– Destination Outer Space (new in February)

FREE WITH FIELD TRIP

SCIENCE LIVE

THEATRE

FieldTrips

PAGES 6 –15

Download these and more: smm.org/educatorguides

• Air and Weather Grades 3-8

• Dinosaurs and Fossils Grades K-3

• Experience Engineering Grades 2-6

• Force and Motion Grades 4-8

• Journey on the River Grades K-3 Grades 4-5 Grades 6-8

• Math Moves! Grades K-8


EDUCATOR GUIDES

RESIDENCIES

Choose from our field trip packages; or we can help you create a customized

plan that supports your specific teaching plans.

Flight of the ButterfliesOCTOBER 3 – DECEMBER 19

Big Weather ExperienceJANUARY 13 – APRIL 1

Journey to SpaceFEBRUARY 20 – JUNE 5

2014-15 FIELD TRIP PACKAGES

ADD TO A FIELD TRIP PACKAGE

LEARNINGLABS

• Grades K-2 – Dinosaur Dentists – Motion Commotion

• Grades 3-5 – See the Sound – Ancient Secrets, Modern Science – Engineering: Air Dancers – Light & Lasers

• Grades 6-8 – Rollercoaster Physics – Super Structures

EXHIBITS AND GALLERIESMississippi River Gallery

Human Body Gallery

Collections Gallery

Experiment Gallery

Dinosaurs & Fossils Gallery

Math Moves!

Cell Lab

Future Earth

Wonder Years


EiE

At YourSchool

PAGES 16–18SciEd is science education support and programs for teachers. Working with teachers, we strive to advance science literacy through dynamic resources: field trips to the museum, in-school visits, curriculum support, Science House lending library, and professional development.

smm.org/SciEd

USE OUR NEW ONLINE TOOL! smm.org/standardsSearch our offerings by Minnesota Academic Standards, grade, or topic.

FIELD [email protected]

AT YOUR SCHOOL651-221-4748800-221-9444 x4748 [email protected]

RESOURCES & TRAININGEngineering is [email protected]

Science HouseLENDING LIBRARY [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT651-221-2566 [email protected]

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Field trips are informal learning at its best.AND, THEY’RE FUN AND EASY TO PLAN!

A field trip is one of the most dynamic, fun-filled ways to engage your

students in hands-on learning. Field trips deliver lifelong memories, and

research shows that kids remember what they learn on a field trip. That’s

powerful! Field trips at the Science Museum of Minnesota are beyond

the ordinary. Our world-class exhibitions and galleries are one-of-a-kind.

The exhibitions, each paired with a film in our 90-foot, domed-screen

Omnitheater, provide a truly engaging, learning-filled day.

FIELD TRIPS FIELD TRIPS

Academic standards matter to us, and to youThe Science Museum offers a searchable database that connects our exhibits, programs, and resources directly to Minnesota Academic Standards for science, math, and other subjects by grade level. We think you’ll find our Standards Database to be an invaluable resource. smm.org/standards

Take advantage of our field trip planning expertiseWe know teachers are pressed for time and resources, so we’re here to help make planning a field trip as easy and seamless as possible. Our Reservations Center is staffed with experienced specialists who will listen to your needs, answer questions, and customize and plan your itinerary. They can help explain everything—from pricing and lunch options to how to obtain discount busing

to and from the museum.

No worries: we make it easyAfter you’ve planned and booked your day with us, you’ll receive a confirmation letter and itinerary with all the details. In addition, our website provides great tips and information to help you make the most of your day, including entertaining videos for you, your students, and chaperones. smm.org/fieldtrips/videos

Everyone is welcomeMaking field trips accessible to everyone is important to us. Whether your challenges include busing or ticket costs, meals or special needs, we are prepared to make the day possible and successful for all. smm.org/fieldtrips

Ask KellyAfter spending nine years as a classroom teacher, Kelly Meyer is now our school liaison. She has a wealth of information about exhibits and activities that support your classroom teaching. Call or write to Kelly with specific questions and for ideas and advice: 651-265-5975 or [email protected].

“Having exhibits that support or reinforce a standard is just what is needed to cement learning for students.”

ANN THONET NOKOMIS MONTESSORI SCHOOL, ST. PAUL

2014–2015 FIELD TRIP PACKAGES:

Choose a package or create your own Each year we design field trip packages featuring our special exhibitions and Omnitheater films. For ease we’ve numbered the packages and outlined each of the offerings on pages 8–13. Or you can design your own package: check out our galleries, learning labs, and Science Live Theatre performances on pages 14–15.

Flight of the Butterflies OCTOBER 3–DECEMBER 19 Details on pages 8–9

#1

Big Weather Experience JANUARY 13–APRIL 1 (Tuesdays & Wednesdays only) Details on pages 10–11

#2

Journey to Space FEBRUARY 20–JUNE 5 Details on pages 12–13

#3


PACKAGE

#1

DESIGN ZONE EXHIBITION October 15–December 19 What does it take to create a video game, line up rhythms like the best DJs, or design a roller coaster? In Design Zone, your students can see how creative problem solvers use math to accomplish these amazing tasks. Solve real-world challenges by analyzing patterns and variables and exploring slope, scale, and ratios. Explore Design Zone’s many interactive and computer-based mini-exhibits. Ideal for Grades 5-8.

See the film, feel the flutter. Immerse your students in the true

story of a scientist’s 40-year journey to solve the mystery of the

monarch butterflies’ overwintering site in the remote mountains

of Mexico. The Flight of the Butterflies film takes you along on the

monarchs’ awe-inspiring, cross-continental journey. Students will

learn about this tiny marvel of nature that weighs less than a penny,

yet makes one of the longest migrations on Earth.

Meet the stars of the movie at our Butterfly House. Get up close and personal with local and tropical butterflies.

Students can feed the butterflies and watch them emerge from

chrysalises. For more information: smm.org/butterflies

Flight of the Butterflies OCTOBER 3 – DECEMBER 19

PACKAGE

#1


FLIGHT OF THE BUTTERFLIES PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Flight of the Butterflies Omnitheater film

• Admission to our live Butterfly House

• An Educator Guide that includes pre- and post-visit activities that connect your field trip with your classroom curriculum

• Admission to all exhibits and galleries


PACKAGE

#2

The perfect storm of learning and fun! The Big Weather

Experience, best suited for grades 3-8, focuses on the science of

weather—in a big way. A highlight of the package is the Storms on

Stage performance by our Science Live Theatre group. Students love

to watch the weather drama unfold as actors make clouds, lightning

and thunder, a tornado, and a rainbow right on our auditorium stage.

The package also includes Tornado Alley, the Omnitheater film

that takes you inside a tornado with a team from the Discovery

Channel TV show Storm Chasers, and travels along with the

VORTEX 2 research team as they collect data that can save lives

in the path of storms. Students also explore gallery exhibits that

examine wind, clouds, storms, the sun, atmosphere, and air flow.

For more information: smm.org/weather

BIG WEATHER EXPERIENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Tornado Alley Omnitheater film

• Admission to the action-packed Storms on Stage performance

• Admission to all exhibits and galleries including those that explore weather phenomena


Big Weather Experience JANUARY 13 – APRIL 1


TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS ONLY

SCIENCE LIVE THEATRE Did you know that the Science Museum of Minnesota was an innovator in the use of live theater as a humanizing interpretive tool? Our troupe of actors is ready to entertain and teach your students. On any given day we have more than a dozen performances, many of which are tied to the special exhibitions. Schedules and choices vary, so consult with our field trip reservation specialists to make the most of your day when choosing a performance.

PACKAGE

#2


FREE TEACHER PREVIEW February 28, 2015 Save the date! On Saturday, February 28, we’ll roll out the red carpet for teachers. You are invited to experience (free of charge) the Journey to Space Omnitheater film and special exhibition. Talk with our education experts and enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Make sure you subscribe to our email list to receive an invitation with more details. smm.org/teachers

NASA

JOURNEY TO SPACE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Admission to Journey to Space exhibition

• Journey to Space Omnitheater film

• Admission to all exhibits and galleries


A ticket to the moon? What does the future hold for humans

and space travel? Journey to Space, a special exhibition and

Omnitheater film, is a one-of-a-kind experience that seeks to

answer that question and more by exploring the challenges of living

and working in space. Unlike traditional space exhibits that focus

on the history of space travel, Journey to Space looks into current

and future exploration and what is possible.

Students, get ready for the future. Students will experience

interactive components like walking in a rotating space lab,

operating a robotic arm and drop tower, and other interactives that

examine propulsion, gravity, and weightlessness. Journey to Space

was designed and developed by the Science Museum of Minnesota

in partnership with the International Space Station Office of NASA’s

Johnson Space Center, the California Science Center and partner

museums. For more information: smm.org/space

Journey to Space FEBRUARY 20– JUNE 5

PACKAGE

#3 PACKAGE

#3



Mississippi River Gallery Explore the

environment of the mighty Mississippi and its important role in our history and economy.

Human Body Gallery Use a microscope to view organisms

that live on the human body and see a 100-foot-long bloodstream superhighway. Kids also enjoy learning about the ever-popular Egyptian mummy.

Collections Gallery Explore objects from our collections.

New to this gallery is our expanding Native American exhibit featuring a rich collection of objects from the peoples of the Ojibwe and Dakota nations.

Experiment Gallery Kids are the scientists! Control

a wave tank, create a tornado, experiment with electricity, and much more. This gallery empowers kids.

Dinosaurs & Fossils Gallery Our world-class

collection includes one of the world’s largest and most complete Triceratops and an 82-foot long Diplodocus. Impressive!

Math Moves! Our “bodies-on” exhibit, where you

can get your whole body involved in multisensory, active math. Play and experiment with ratio and proportion.

Cell Lab Don a lab coat, gloves, and goggles,

and perform science experiments using real lab equipment. Computer-guided workstations lead students through a variety of experiments exploring topics in cellular, molecular, and microbiology. Best for grades 4-8.

Future Earth A giant, animated globe demonstrates

how 7 billion humans are changing the planet. This display prompts thinking about solutions to earth’s challenges. Hands-on activities focus on ocean acidity, the atmosphere, and energy.

Wonder Years Big things are happening in young

children’s brains and bodies! Wonder Years explores the science of early childhood development. Visitors learn through activities—like donning “baby goggles” that let you see what the first months of life must be like through the eyes of an infant.


Options beyond the traditional field trip: Overnight Camp-Ins Supersize your field trip with an Overnight Camp-In! Over 16 hours, campers will see an Omnitheater film, explore the Journey to Space exhibit, participate in an instructor-led activity, and more—you’ll even get to sleep in the exhibit areas. Dinner and breakfast are included. This makes a great year-end field trip, especially for outstate schools. For more information, call 651-221-4511 or email [email protected]. Camp-In dates: Grades 3-5: April 23–24 Grades 5-7: May 7–8 Grades 4-6: May 14–15

School Family Nights We invite you, your students, their families, and your entire school for a fun and learning-filled evening. Our affordable rates are even better for large groups and schools in which half or more of the students qualify for free or reduced-price lunches. For more information, call 651-221-4705 or email [email protected].

SCIENCE LIVE THEATRE These entertaining 20-minute (or less) performances explore various science topics in a fun and engaging manner. Performed by talented local actors, Science Live shows get fantastic reviews from all audiences. Learn more at smm.org/fieldtrips/sciencelive.

Our 2014-15 shows: –Meta the Monarch –Ballgame Physics –Jax and the Big Data Beanstalk –Cryogenics–The Big Chill –Me, Myself, and Microbes –Duck, Duck, Gray Moose! –Sound All Around –Fire Triangle –Goldie’s Bears –Splish and Splash –The Way the Ball Bounces – I’m No Einstein –Destination Outer Space (new in February)

EDUCATOR GUIDES Connect special exhibits and gallery experiences to academic standards for science and other subjects, such as math, language arts, or social studies. These guides, designed specifically for educators, include teaching tips and ideas for pre- and post-visit activities, guiding activities, and questions to spark student interest. These and more are available to download at smm.org/educatorguides.

Air and Weather Grades 3-8

Dinosaurs and Fossils Grades K-3

Experience Engineering Grades 2-6

Force and Motion Grades 4-8

Journey on the River Grades K-3 Grades 4-5 Grades 6-8

Math Moves! Grades K-8

LEARNING LABS Add a 50-minute Learning Lab session such as “Dino Dentists” or “Engineering: Air Dancers” to your field trip. Designed for groups of 16 to 32 students, these unique and interactive investigations connect to exhibit topics. Each learning lab takes place in the museum’s classrooms on level 2, facilitated by an instructor from our team of experienced science educators. Learning Labs can be booked through our Reservation Call Center: 651-221-9444 or 800-221-9444. Additional fees apply.

Grades K-2 –Dinosaur Dentists –Motion Commotion

Grades 3-5 –See the Sound –Ancient Secrets, Modern Science –Engineering: Air Dancers –Light & Lasers

Grades 6-8 –Rollercoaster Physics –Super Structures

All field trip packages include access to our exhibits and galleries, an Omnitheater film, and educator guides. YOU CAN DESIGN YOUR OWN PACKAGE, TOO!

We offer many choices for your day at the museum. Remember, if you

need assistance planning, help is just a phone call away. Be sure to take

advantage of our Standards Database to connect standards to our exhibit

content. We promise a memorable and valuable science learning experience.

STANDARDS DATABASE As you know, being a teacher requires lots of planning and preparation. Our Standards Database can help! Visit our online offering and see how grade levels and Minnesota Academic Standards strands are matched to specific exhibits, programs, and resources at the Science Museum. smm.org/standards

SCIENCE MUSEUM EXHIBITS AND GALLERIES

OMNITHEATER With its 90-foot, domed screen and state-of-the-art sound system, the William L. McKnight-3M Omnitheater offers viewers a one-of-a-kind film experience. Unlike a typical movie screen, students will experience subjects up close and have a sense of being in the middle of the action.

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Supercharge your students’ science curiosity. Invite the Science Museum to your school.TEACHERS APPRECIATE THE CLASS PARTICIPATION AND SCIENCE FUN.

Our programs at your school are a great way to energize your science

curriculum. Our cross-curricular team of more than 25 professional teachers

and presenters travel throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Science

Museum instructors teach a broad range of subjects from chemistry and

technology to engineering and physics. Students experience hands-on science

through group assemblies and residencies that take place in your classroom.

How do we know that our programs are successful? We are invited back year

after year, and often hear that our visit is a highlight of the school year. To book

an assembly, residency, or to learn more, call us at 651-221-4748; or email

us at [email protected]. See page 18 for our regional tour schedule.

AT YOUR SCHOOL

ASSEMBLIES Experience fun science concepts with dynamic demonstrations

Assemblies are a fun, high-energy, high-impact way to introduce or review core science concepts. Designed for large groups of up to 250 students, assemblies involve students directly. Student volunteers participate with props and demonstrations throughout the presentations. Program content and lengths are tailored to grade level: 40 minutes for K-2 and 50 minutes for grades 3-5. With the new emphasis on engineering standards, our elementary school engineering assemblies are growing in popularity.

RESIDENCIES Introduce and reinforce new science topics The Science Museum’s in-depth residencies can be a one-day visit or up to four days. Residencies create an opportunity for students to dive deeper into hands-on science. Residencies kick off with an assembly to introduce the topic or concept, which is then reinforced and built upon through additional instruction in individual classrooms. Science Museum instructors emphasize interactivity. Students solve problems using scientific equipment and apply science concepts to their daily lives.

ASSEMBLY TOPICS: –Dinosaurs –Electricity –Energy connection –Engineering –Solids, liquids, and gases –Sound –Water

RESIDENCY TOPICS: –Archaeology –Crime lab science –Electricity –Engineering –Water

AT YOUR SCHOOL

“Assemblies engage students’ thinking, delight and wonder.”

NANCY GERBER LINCOLN CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, SOUTH ST. PAUL

“Having the Science Museum at our schools is always a great opportunity for our teachers to see how different educators use innovative techniques, materials, and positive energy.”

CATHY KINDEM ROSEMOUNT, APPLE VALLEY, EAGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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RESOURCES & TRAININGAT YOUR SCHOOL

REGIONAL TOURS Is your school far from the Science Museum? We love road trips.The Science Museum of Minnesota is committed to bringing science education to every county in Minnesota. Find us in every region of the state: from Roseau Elementary School, near the Canadian border, to Riverside Elementary School in the southwestern Minnesota city of Jackson. Near or far, we will come to you!

To help defray the cost, we’ve created a schedule for regional tours. If you book your assembly during the week of your region’s tour, you won’t have to pay a travel fee. Team up with other schools in your region for assemblies on the same day and each school receives a discount.

Kittson Roseau

Lake of the Woods

Marshall

KoochichingPennington

Red Lake

BeltramiPolk

Clear-water

Itasca St. Louis

Norman Mahnomen

Clay Becker

WilkinOtter Trail

Grant Douglas

Traverse

Big StoneStevens Pope

Swift

Chippewa

Hubbard

Wadena

Cass

CrowWing

Aitkin

Todd Morrison MilleLacs

Kanabec

Benton

Stearns IsantiSherburne

Anoka

Kandiyohi MeekerWright

Carlton

Pine

Chisago

Lac Qui Parle Ram

sey

Hennepin

Wash

ingt

on

Yellow Medicine

Lincoln

Pipe-stone

Rock

Lyon

Murray

Nobles

McLeod CarverRenville

Scott DakotaSibley

RedwoodNicollet Le Sueur Rice

GoodhueWabasha

Brown

Cottonwood Watonwan Blue Earth Waseca Steele Dodge Olmsted

Jackson Martin Faribault Freeborn Mower Fillmore

Cook

Lake

Winona

HoustonVernon

MonroeLa Crosse

JacksonBuffalo

Douglas Bayfield

Burnett Washburn Sawyer

BarronRusk

Chippewa

Eau Claire

Polk

St. Croix

Pierce

Dunn

Pepin

Trem-pealeau

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

METRO

2015 REGIONAL TOUR LOCATIONS/DATES

Region A: January 20–23

Region B: February 10–13

Region C: January 13–16

Region D: January 27–30 February 24–27

Region E: February 17–20

Region F: February 3–6

Region G: March 3–6

EiE IMMERSION RESIDENCIES EiE Immersion Residencies take place in your classroom, requiring just seven to eight hours over two weeks. Our high-quality instructors do all the planning, model effective techniques in your classroom, and offer you tips and ideas. Students enjoy having a special instructor and fun, hands-on sessions.

EiE TEACHER WORKSHOPS Increase your confidence in engineering and technology instruction in our teacher-focused workshops. Choose from either a three-hour EiE overview introduction or a more in-depth six-hour workshop with unit-specific training. For a schedule of our workshops go to smm.org/eie.

EiE FAMILY PROGRAM As a wrap-up to a residency or as a stand-alone event, you can host a Be Creative– Be an Engineer! family program at your school. Everyone brings their inner engineer to life by experimenting with materials, designing, and building objects that solve engineering challenges.

The Science Museum offers effective engineering curriculum training for your classroom.EiE PROMOTES STEM AND CONNECTS WITH LITERACY AND SOCIAL STUDIES.

Engineering is Elementary® (EiE) is a research-based, academic standards-

based curriculum and professional development for educators. It is designed

to integrate science and technology concepts with elementary school

engineering lessons. Teachers gain effective teaching techniques and

students make important learning connections.

EiE was developed by the Museum of Science, Boston. Over the

past four years, the Science Museum of Minnesota has worked with

nearly 500 teachers to implement EiE programs in more than 50 schools

in the Upper Midwest.

Learn about our three programs. To schedule or find out more information,

feel free to contact us: 651-221-4540, [email protected].

“My EiE residency was a great opportunity that helped me begin to integrate STEM learning in my classroom. And the kids loved it, too.”

STEVEN HOLM4TH GRADE TEACHERWAITE PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL, MINNEAPOLIS

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RESOURCES & TRAININGRESOURCES & TRAINING

An expansive lending library for teachersConsider it a home away from home, or a home away from the classroom! Science House, located in the Science Museum’s Big Back Yard, is a one-of-a-kind resource. It offers teachers from member districts access to more than 2,000 teaching items to check out for use in the classroom. This includes more than $500,000 worth of unique STEM equipment. For a full list of available items, visit the online catalog at smm.org/sciencehouse.

“Science House provides me with tools and helps me deliver an advanced and varied curriculum for my students.”

DAN FORSETH RICHFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL

HUMAN HEART

GIRAFFE SKULL

LEICA MICROSCOPE

TRIPPENSEE PLANETARIUM

GORILLA SKULL

FLOWER MODEL

MOTH SPECIMENS

MINERALS

CHECK OUT THESE TEACHING TOOLS! Where else can you find 200 different animal skulls, an electronic snap kit, and various anatomical models? Search our full catalog at smm.org/sciencehouse

BRAIN MODEL

EVEN THE PRESIDENT IS IMPRESSED In 2011, Liesl Chatman, our director of teacher professional development, was named a White House Champion for Change for her work in promoting gender equity in STEM education. Prior to her work at the Science Museum, Liesl served in leadership positions in school district, university, and museum settings. She also taught in elementary schools in the Saint Paul Public Schools before embarking on her professional development career.

Science House provides district members in-depth professional development and an extensive lending library.OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE STEM LITERACY ACHIEVABLE FOR EACH AND EVERY STUDENT.

The mission of our teacher professional development group at

Science House is to increase STEM literacy and eliminate achievement

disparities in STEM education. We do this by providing customized services

for teachers and district leaders—institutes, workshops, and seminars—that

translate the best research-based approaches and theory into classroom

practice. Science House is also a place where teachers can find the best

hands-on STEM materials for use in the classroom.

Go to smm.org/sciencehouse/membership to learn if your district is a

Science House member. Members have access to our unrivaled lending

library and receive discounts on our customized professional development

institutes. They can participate in after-school workshops, consult with staff,

and gather in our space for small meetings. If your district isn’t a member,

you may want to encourage your school or district leadership to join.

Contact us for more information or to arrange a visit to Science House:

651-221-4563, [email protected].

Together, we’re making a difference! By supporting teachers, principals, and district leaders, we are helping achieve systemic changes in educational systems. Check out these gains in member districts where we’ve worked:

• Cedar Park STEM Magnet in Apple Valley, with 53% students of color, advanced from 23% proficient in science in 2008 to 58% in 2011. The gain was concurrent with three years of professional development programming.

• Glacier Hills Arts and Science Magnet in Eagan, with 38% students of color and 31% on Free/Reduced Lunch (F/RL), advanced from 33% proficient in science in 2008 to 73% in 2011.

• Fifth graders in Richfield, with 63% students of color and 47% students on F/RL, advanced from 16% proficient in science in 2010 to 40% in 2012.

Learn more at smm.org/schools/profdev or by calling 651-221-2566.

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SCIENCE HOUSE

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Make the most of SciEd— Kelly is here to help you throughout the school year.In 2013, we created a school liaison position to help teachers and

schools enjoy better access to the Science Museum. We are thrilled

to have Kelly Meyer, a former science teacher, take on this role.

Kelly is available to talk with you about your needs and interests,

share ideas, and answer questions.

Kelly grew up in Mound, Minnesota, and earned her Masters in Education

in curriculum and instruction from the University of Minnesota. After

working in the Minneapolis Public Schools for two years, she taught

science in Arizona for seven years. She returned to Minnesota with a

dream of working in an informal learning setting and became a Science

Museum instructor. Kelly was a team member in our EiE program before

she became our school liaison.

SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Sign up for SciEd emails at smm.org/teachers.

You’ll get invitations to free teacher previews, teaching tips, and more.

Free Teacher Preview:Flight of the Butterflies

I’m Kelly Meyer, School Liaison at the Science Museum. Please call or email me with questions about the preview:

[email protected](651) 265-5975 / (800) 221-9444 ext. 5975

SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 8:30-11:30 A.M.Science Museum of Minnesota, St. PaulFREE PARKING!

RSVP BY APRIL 1 to (651) 221-9444 ext. 0 or (800) 221-9444 ext. 0. Share this invitation with other teachers!

Join us for a preview of our new fall exhibit and Omnitheater film, Flight of the Butterflies. Learn more about the exhibit »

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“I would like to be a scientist.”

Among children aged 10-11, 18% of boys and 22% of girls changed their view to agree with this statement after visiting a science center.*

That’s a one fifth change in student aspirations.


*Science Beyond the Classroom, a study by Wellcome Trust, 2013

Get savvy with theLEGO Robotics KitSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 4:00-6:00 P.M.FREE for Science House members!

Understand how the distance sensors, tilt sensors, and motors work when combined with Scratch, a free software program developed at MIT. LEGO creations can react to distance and tilt to turn on motors and even play animations on your computer screens. All levels of familiarity with LEGO and Scratch are welcome!

RSVP: (651) 221-4563 or [email protected].



I’m Liesl Chatman, Director of Teacher Professional Development at the Science Museum. Call or email us with questions:

[email protected](651) 221-4563 / (800) 221-9444 ext. 4563

SCIENCE HOUSE OPEN HOUSENeed a refresher on the materials available at Science House? Or do you want to introduce your colleagues to the collection?

Schedule an Open House. (651) 221-4563 or [email protected].

74% of students who visited a

hands-on exhibit reported an increased

interest in science.


Thank you for your dedication to the profession of teaching. I spent nine wonderful years in the classroom, and I know the challenges that you face each and every day. I am excited to help you make the most of SciEd. Contact me at any time; I’m happy to help.

–Kelly Meyer [email protected] 651-265-5975

— Wellcome Trust Review of Informal Learning, 2012

SciEd is science education support and programs for teachers. Working with teachers, we strive to advance science literacy through dynamic resources.

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