January Homeschool Classes

Monday, January 20

Limited spots available. Admission to the Exhibits is not included. There are two ways to register: in person at the Guest Services desk in the Museum lobby or contact the Group Sales department during regular weekday business hours at (256) 898-6312.

ALL SESSIONS SOLD OUT – Grades K – 2: What’s the Matter?
9:30 am, 11 am, & 1 pm
$14 (+ tax) per participant, per class

Solids, liquids, and gases, oh my! Come learn what matters about matter.

Grades 3 – 6: Electromagnetism
9:30 am, 11 am, & 1 pm
$14 (+ tax) per participant, per class

In this electrifying class, participants will learn how magnets attract by exploring and experimenting with electricity and magnetism. They will learn and review concepts that help with the understanding of electromagnetism. Using their understanding of engineering, magnetic fields, and electric currents, they will build and test an electromagnet.

Grades 7 – 12: Cranes and Cranes
9:30 am & 11 am
$14 (+ tax) per participant, per class

What do whooping cranes and construction cranes have in common? Participants will examine the physical structure of bird legs and lever systems to compare the two and learn about mechanical advantage.

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