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FIELD TRIP GUIDE
2018 -2019
A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO
BOOKING YOUR 2018-2019 FIELD TRIP
the
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Come Learn With Us...
As an educator, you know the importance of classroom learning and understand the value of discovery beyond the classroom walls.
Both are critical to a student’s success. McWane Science Center’s Education Department offers programs that engage children and
youth in advanced inquiry-based learning opportunities in STEM. As you explore this field trip guide, I hope you’ll take a moment to
review all the standards-based programs we offer, from PreK to 12th grade. And if you can’t make it to us, check out our McWane
on the Move options.
Peggy Chowning
Vice President of Education
What's
calendar year
INSIDE CELEBRATE SCIENCE
ATTENTION ALL 3RD – 5TH GRADE TEACHERS!
You and your students are cordially invited to apply
for our yearlong exhibit design competition, Celebrate
The Field Trip Guide is your one-stop shop for Science! Your students will become exhibit designers
planning your school's off-campus adventure. and compete against other schools to create the
Read about everything McWane Science Center most innovative exhibit prototype for our museum.
This project will help incorporate STEM across your
has to offer in science education, exhibits, special curriculum, with a chance to win cash prizes! The
programming and events. theme for the 2018-19 Celebrate Science competition
is “Sweet Home Alabama” and will focus on Alabama’s
scientific heritage.
PLAN LEARN AT The deadline to apply is Friday, September 21, 2018.
2 YOUR TRIP 10 MCWANE
For more information, contact Marie Wilson at
(205) 714-8216, mwilson@mcwane.org.
COMMUNITY UNIQUE
5 SUPPORT 14 EXPERIENCES TEACHER’S NIGHT OUT* SEPTEMBER 18
EARTH SCIENCE WEEK OCTOBER 14-20
NATIONAL CHEMISTRY WEEK OCTOBER 21-27
DOME MCWANE ON
6 THEATER 15 THE MOVE
MOLE DAY
SPOOKY SCIENCE
OCTOBER 23
OCTOBER 27-31
COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION WEEK DECEMBER 3-9
DARWIN DAY FEBRUARY 12
NEW UPCOMING
7 FOR YOU 16 EXHIBITS
ENGINEERING WEEK
ENGINEERING SHOWCASE
FEBRUARY 18-22
FEBRUARY 22
DR. SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION MARCH 2
PI DAY/EINSTEIN’S BIRTHDAY MARCH 14
8 INSIDE THE
MUSEUM
ASTRONOMY DAY
SPRING BREAK
APRIL 21
MARCH 25-29
EARTH DAY APRIL 22
WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD APRIL 15-19
TEACHER'S NIGHT OUT SEPTEMBER 18
As our way of saying "thank you" for being loyal friends of McWane Science
Center, you and a guest* are invited to join us for a special complimentary
evening. Explore the Adventure Halls, see a special screening of a film in
the IMAX® Dome Theater, enjoy refreshments, and enter to win great door
prizes, including a one year family membership to McWane Science Center!
Teacher’s Night Out RSVP by September 14
*Guests must be 18 years or older
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plan
your trip
How to book a field trip at McWane New this year:
Science Center in 3 easy steps! n
n
School staff may be included in Chaperone count
Vouchers will be given for any scheduled attendees who are
unable to attend on the day of the field trip
1
Make your reservation! n $5 Chaperone price includes admission to Adventure Halls
n Visit www.mcwane.org/learn to learn more about our many group and parking in McWane Science Center Parking Deck
offerings.
n Book a field trip by filling out our easy “Field Trip Online Form” at
www.mcwane.org/field-trip-request-form. If you have any questions,
you can reach our Reservation Specialists by e-mail at
reservations@mcwane.org or by phone at (205) 714-8414
Price Breakdown
2
We will follow up!
n A Reservations Specialist will be in touch to confirm your appointment Field Trips with Museum Admission only
and follow up with any questions n Students: $7
n Deposit and lunch payments are due within 1 week (7 days) of your field n Teachers: Free!
trip date n Adult Chaperones: $5 when included on group reservation
n Your Field Trip Facilitators will contact you one week prior to your field (includes all-day parking in McWane Science Center Parking
trip to confirm details and answer any additional questions. Deck)
3
Come visit us!
n Join us for a free visit to McWane Science Center prior to your Field Trip Field Trips with IMAX Film Only
experience! Teachers are offered free admission (with ID) to McWane n Students: $7
Science Center at any time. Come see all we have to offer your group. n Teachers: $6
n On the day of your visit, your Field Trip Facilitator will greet your bus and n Adult Chaperones: $6
help you and your students explore McWane Science Center.
Field Trips with Museum and IMAX Film
n Students: $12
n Teachers: $6
n Adult Chaperones: $9
Educational Programs
n $2 per student
Lunches
n $6.50 per lunch, reserved
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Booking Information:
Group Size requirements
n Minimum number of attendees for general admission/IMAX reservations – 15
n Minimum number of students to book classroom programs – 10
n Minimum number of attendees to book a Rushton program – 50
Booking Timeframe
n Field Trip booking is available 6 months ahead of present date
For last minute bookings
n Bookings made within 2 weeks (14 days) of arrival date require deposit of
$100 and full payment of pre-purchased lunches.
n Bookings made within 1 week (7 days) of arrival date require full payment of
deposit – pre-purchased lunches are not available due to schedule restraints.
Chaperone Requirements
* Remember, school staff will be included in chaperone count this year!
* Parking for all chaperones in McWane Science Center’s parking deck
is now included in price!
n Pre K-Kindergarten – 1 adult per 3 students
n Elementary (1-5 grade) – 1 adult for every 6 students
n Middle School (6-8 grade) – 1 adult for every 8 students
n High School (9-12 grade) – 1 adult for every 10 students
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Educational Program Information:
n Reserved educational programs are available for booking Tuesday – Friday
n Reserved educational programs are limited and are booked on a first come, first
served basis
n For more information, see Page 10 for full list of education programs
Confirmation and Communication
Standards
n A valid email address for confirmation documentation will be required
n If no valid email address is available a fax number may be accepted
n A confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours of receipt of all required informa-
tion
n Verification will be sent 2 weeks (14 days) prior to your field trip date
n Cancelation Notices will be emailed under the following circumstances:
›› If we have not received PO# or deposit by 1 week (7 days)
prior to field trip date
›› If we have not received any communication with contact
person(s) by 1 week (7 days) prior to field trip date
Lunch Policies
n Lunch times must be scheduled for use of McWane Science Center
lunchrooms (subject to availability)
n Scheduled Lunchtimes are 30 minutes
n Lunches may be brought from home or school
Lunches brought from home or school have the following restrictions:
n No commercially prepared foods
n Coke products only, please
n Lunches may be pre-purchased through McWane Science Center Smart Café
One (1) menu option must be selected for entire group. All menus include
8oz water or PowerAid, plain potato chips, and fruit snacks:
n Chicken Strips
n Hamburger
n Turkey Sub with cheese
n We are unable to accommodate food restrictions at this time.
n Lunches must be paid in full or a valid Purchase Order must be on file no later
than 1 week (7 days) prior to field trip date.
n 1 week (7 days) prior to field trip date, no further changes may be made to any
pre-purchased lunch orders.
Field Trip Facilitators
Field Trip Facilitators are your on-site contact at McWane Science Center during your field trip.
The Field Trip Facilitator Team will:
n 1 week prior to your group arrival date, they will introduce themselves as the point of con-
tact for your group. The Field Trip Facilitator will review the group’s schedule and any other
details for the field trip at that time.
n The day of the trip, your facilitator will greet your group upon arrival. They will help with
the lunch process and will be available for any other group needs as well.
n Your Field Trip Facilitator will follow up after your field trip to provide opportunities for
feedback on your experience.
PG. 4 • FTG 2018/2019
community
Science for everyone
support
McWane Science Center has developed the
Educational Scholarship Fund to help provide
better access to hands-on science education
programs to pre-Kindergarten through twelfth
grade students from low income and at-risk
populations.
This fund can be used to assist with the cost of
field trips and outreach programs, offered on a
first come first serve basis, for Title I and other
qualifying schools and organizations in Alabama.
The Educational Scholarship Fund will cover
the cost of admission into the Adventure Halls
for students, as well as an optional education
program (subject to availability). Funds will NOT
cover transportation, parking, bus costs and
other options such as IMAX films, group lunches,
concessions, etc.
To see if your school or organization is eligible, fill
out the application form on our website at
www.mcwane.org and a reservations specialist
will contact you.
Thank You to Our Educational Program Supporters
PRESENTING SPONSOR n McWane Foundation n Susan Mott Webb Charitable Trust n Central Alabama
FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS n City of Birmingham n City of Hoover Community Foundation
n Wells Fargo n Shelby County Commission n University of Alabama Birmingham
n PNC Financial Services Group n City of Mountain Brook School of Engineering
n EBSCO Industries n Vulcan Materials Company n Walmart Foundation
n Publix Super Markets Charities n Jefferson County Commission n Kinder Morgan Foundation
n Robert R. Meyer Foundation n City of Vestavia Hills
n Hugh Kaul Foundation n The Coca-Cola
n Hill Crest Foundation, Inc. Bottling Company United
n Alabama Power Foundation n Leon Aland Family Foundation
n Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama/ n Walker Alabama
The Caring Foundation Community Foundation
MCWANE.ORG • PG. 5
dome
Experience a movie like
theater you never have before
The IMAX Dome Theater puts your class in the center of the action by projecting amazing images onto the five-story
tall dome screen and delivering intense surround sound through almost three tons of speakers and subwoofers.
Visit www.mcwane.org for a complete list of movies and showtimes.
Oceans HOLIDAY
OPENS FALL 2018 SEASON
From BBC Earth and OceanX Media, Oceans: Our Blue
Planet takes us on a global odyssey to discover the largest
and least explored habitat on earth. New ocean science and
technology has allowed us to go further into the unknown
than we ever thought possible. From the coastal shallows to
deeper, more mysterious worlds, we reveal the untold stories
of the oceans' most astonishing creatures.
Backyard Wilderness
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2018
Backyard Wilderness will surprise and entertain viewers with
the unexpected wonders of nature that are right under our Santa Vs.
noses — in our own backyards. Spanning a year around a
suburban home, the film displays a stunning array of unique
The Snowman
wildlife images and behavior with breathtaking intimacy.
Pandas
THROUGH APRIL 2019
Warner Bros has debuted another new IMAX documentary,
Panda’s is a nature documentary about everyone's
favorite black & white bears. Narrated by Kristen Bell, the
documentary follows Qian Qian, a panda bear born into
captivity and tasked with increasing the population of
pandas in the wild. To do this, Qian Qian will have to take
some lessons from black bears of New Hampshire.
The Polar
Superpower Dogs Express
OPENS SPRING 2019
This film is the first of its kind and will tell the true stories IMAX SEASON PRESENTED BY
of search and rescue dogs who fight crime, save lives and
lift our spirits. We will travel with these dogs as they brave
avalanches and earthquakes, sniff out disease and danger
and bring wildlife poachers to justice.
PG. 6 • FTG 2018/2019
New
for you
These opportunities will direct the focus of science to a localized
community level, showing how technological developments can shape a
city, state and ultimately a nation.
CITIZEN ALABAMA
SCIENCE SCIENTISTS
FIND YOUR INNER SCIENTIST HONOR HOMEGROWN THINKERS
Citizen science is the involvement of the public in scientific Alabama is celebrating its 200th
research – whether community-driven research or global birthday. Below are three of the
investigations. The Citizen Science Association unites scientists who will be showcased
expertise from educators, scientists, data managers, and in our homegrown educational
others to power citizen science. Join us, and help speed programs.
innovation by sharing insights across disciplines.
In Citizen Science projects, professional scientists work together Dr. Mae Carol Jemison
with amateurs and the general public. People of any age and
DECATUR, AL
occupation can help with observation, analysis, experiments
and research – including you and your students! Citizen Science Dr. Mae Jemison is an American engineer, phy-
projects can serve as a meaningful problem-based learning sician and NASA astronaut who became the first
activity! Here are a few places you can learn more about Citizen African American woman to travel into space on
Science projects: September 12, 1992.
n Birmingham Audubon: The Audubon Society’s Citizen Science
Corps. interacts with nature, and assist scientists in a wide
variety of projects (including bird counts). Visit https://
birminghamaudubon.org for more information.
Robert Van de Graaf
TUSCALOOSA, AL
n Alabama Water Watch. You and your students can run tests Robert Van de Graaff was an engineer and phys-
to monitor your own local waters, testing for microorganisms icist who conducted electrical experiments, most
or pollution levels. For more info, visit http://www. notably inventing the Van de Graaff generator;
alabamawaterwatch.org. a staple of electricity-themed programming in
McWane’s Rushton Theater.
n Auburn University Museum of Natural History. Auburn wants
your help studying the living things that make Alabama so
diverse. Check http://aumnh.org to learn about their current
programs. Edward Osbourne Wilson
BIRMINGHAM, AL
n Zooniverse. This platform holds information about dozens E.O. Wilson is an American biologist, ecologist
of ever-changing Citizen Science activities from around the and author who is often referred to as the Father
world, involving every field of science. For more info see: of Biodiversity and Sociobiology. He is the world’s
https://www.zooniverse.org. leading expert in the field of myrmecology, the
study of ants.
MCWANE.ORG • PG. 7
Under the sea
inside
the museum level
Lower Explore our aquarium which features
over fifty species of aquatic life in a
wide variety of salt and fresh water
tanks. Highlights of Alabama’s
largest aquarium include the
popular Shark and Ray Touch Tank,
the Jellyfish Tank, the Cahaba River
Biorama and a variety of fresh water
FOUR
fish.
FLOORS
1
Level
OF FUN
You can only learn so
much from a text book or
even watching a YouTube
video. Tangible hands-on So much science
learning is so often the Your students can lie on a Bed of Nails, test out the pulley
chairs, experiment with bubbles and interact with dozens of
best way to experience and other exhibits inside the museum's Adventure Halls.
understand a scientific
principle. That foundation
is where McWane Science
Center's interactive
2
exhibits steps in to best
Level
serve as an extension of
the classroom. By exploring
our Adventure Halls and
experiencing engaging live
science demonstrations,
concepts such as gravity,
combustion, electricity and Dino-Fever
many more, become real This level is where you will find the Alabama Dinosaur exhibit featuring rare finds from
things students can better the Alabama tyrannosaur to dangerous raptors. Your class can also meet the faces and
understand and apply to fins that swam in Alabama’s oceans 80 million years ago in the Sea Monsters of Alabama
exhibit.
their daily lives.
Lamar
Smith Art and Tech
3
Vice President of
Level On the third floor you will discover
Exhibits, Facilities exciting interactive exhibits about
and Planning
Art & Technology. The third floor is
a location for changing seasonal
exhibits including our popular
exhibit Winter Wonderland and
the Magic of Model Trains.
PG. 8 • FTG 2018/2019Shark and Ray
Touch Tank
Soak up the science in the Shark & Ray
Touch Tank! This aquarium features a
large, unique tank where visitors can
touch Sharks and Rays. It is a great
opportunity to learn about these fas-
cinating creatures in a hands-on and
interactive way.
Rushton
Theater
Several live science
demonstration
stations are also
on this level. Be
sure to reserve an
educational show
in Rushton Science
Theater to enhance
GENEius Lab
GENE-ius is an engaging, day-long laboratory experience
your field trip.
in molecular biology and genetics designed for high school
biology students, grades 9–12.
Itty Bitty Magic City High Cycle
Itty Bitty Magic City caters to our youngest A favorite among school
visitors, Kindergarten and younger, and encour- groups, the High Cycle is
ages young children’s love of learning through a high-wire recumbent
the four major types of play: physical, exploratory, bicycle suspended 22
constructive and imaginative. feet from the lobby floor
on a steel cable.
Explore Lab Blue Planet
McWane is not only a science
museum it also houses the Don't forget to get a bird's
state's largest fossil collection. eye view of our planet with
Many of these specimens can be the visually impressive
seen in the Explore Lab. Science on a Sphere!
Classtime Travelling Exhibits
The third floor is home to Each year, McWane Science Center hosts two
a variety of classrooms to three travelling exhibits that are generally
designed to provide the located on the third floor of the museum. In
best science education. 2019, "Speed" will be crossing the finish line
Various camps and special and rolling into McWane. This exhibit not
programs are conducted in only explores the world of auto racing it also
these classrooms. explains the science behind motion.
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at McWane
SCIENCE EDUCATION
FOR YOUR STUDENTS
When scheduling your class field trip to McWane Science Center,
choose from one of the many educational programs listed on the
following pages. These programs are designed for specific grades and
meet Alabama Course of Study, Next Generation Science Standards or
Alabama Performance Standards for 4-year-olds (APKS) as established
by the Alabama Department of Children’s Affairs, Office of School
Readiness.
Rushton Theater
The 108 seat Rushton Theater is a science learning environment
capable of hosting many types of programming. Home to our
largest presentations, Combustion, Lightning Strikes and
Science Spectacular, the theater houses a large tandem tesla
coil, named after its inventor, scientist Nikola Tesla.
SEATING CAPACITY: Minimum 50/Maximum 100
PRICING: Students (2nd—12th) $2.00 per student
Lightning Strikes!
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: 2-12
This high voltage program will introduce you to electricity and what it can
do. Give your day a jolt by seeing the tandem Tesla coil system create
amazing bolts of lightning! You’ll be amazed and awestruck as you learn
about electricity!
SCIENCE: Grade 2: 1 Grade 4: 2a; Grade 8: 19-0
Program is 30 minutes long.
Science Spectacular
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: 2-12
Brace yourself for some of our most incredible demonstrations, featuring a
variety of topics such as electricity, combustion and liquid nitrogen!
SCIENCE: Grade 2: 1; 2: 3 Grade 4: 2a; Grade 5: 1, 5:4; Grade 8: 4, 8: 19
Program is 30 minutes long.
CAUTION: Loud noises may not be suitable for younger audience members.
PG. 10 • FTG 2018/2019Grades 3-5
Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs.
NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 3-5 programs is 30 students. Education programs are $2.00 per student.
Jr. Robotics Adventures in Chemistry
DISCIPLINE: Technology/Physical Science DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
Explore emerging technology as we build and pro- Chemistry matters! Gear up with goggles and
gram robotic models using the LEGO WeDo 2.0 kits! gloves as we explore chemical interactions and
These STEM-based challenges will help build team reactions!
work, problem solving and critical thinking skills. SCIENCE: Grade 5:2,3,4
SCIENCE: Grade 3: 4; Grade 5: 5 Program is 60 minutes long.
TECHNOLOGY: 3rd-5th grade: 1,2,3,7,12
Program is 90 minutes long. Energy in Motion
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
Operation Clean Up! Put your engineering skills to the test! Explore
DISCIPLINE: Life Science, Earth Science gravity, potential energy, kinetic energy and
Students will become environmental scientists as so much more as we build and test innovative
they explore solutions to disasters and learn how they devices.
SCIENCE: Grade 3:1; Grade 4: 1,3
affect wild life.
Program is 45 minutes long.
SCIENCE: Grade 3: 12; Grade 5: 17
Program is 60 minutes long.
Grades K-2
Enhance your class visit with one of these
reserved programs.
NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades K-2 programs is 30 students unless
otherwise noted below. Education programs are $2.00 per student.
Message Sent and Received
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
Put on your thinking caps and grab your tools. Your students will
be engineers for the day as they design and build communication
devices using only light or sound. But shhhhhh, no talking!
SCIENCE: Grade 1: 4
Program is 30 minutes long.
Curious Critters
DISCIPLINE: Life Science
Your students will meet animals from all over the world as they
investigate the relationships these curious critters have with
one another and their environment.
SCIENCE: Grade K: 3,4; Grade 2: 7
Program is 30 minutes long.
Maximum capacity is 45 students
Biome Mania
DISCIPLINE: Biology
Get ready for an adventure. Your class will learn about the different
biomes of the world as they construct models, explore what makes
each eco-system unique, and how to identify plant and animal
adaptations.
SCIENCE: K: 5 / 1:5 / 2:7,9
Program is 30 minutes long.
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at McWane
Grades 6-8
Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs.
NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 6-8 programs is 30 students. Education programs are $2.00 per student.
Engineering Challenge Robotics Challenge
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
Student teams will work together to explore Student groups will use LEGO Ev3 robots, and
Newton’s Laws of Motion through hands-on their critical thinking skills, to move through a
engineering challenges. Their success depends series of challenges. These robots are an ideal
on innovation, ingenuity and what they can make tool to help student practice math, science,
with a given set of supplies! programming and design technology skills.
SCIENCE: Grade 8: 8,9,10 SCIENCE: Grade 8: 8, 9
LabWorks
Program is 60 minutes long. TECHNOLOGY: 6th - 8th grade: 1
MATH: Grade 6:20 (6-EE9); Grade 7:10 (7-EE4)
Program is 90 minutes long.
Amazing Reactions
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science RESERVATIONS: (205) 714-8454, labworks@mcwane.org
This hands-on chemistry program is a catalyst TIMES: 9:00-11:00 am or 12:00-2:00 pm
for fun as students explore exciting reactions! CAPACITY: 30 students
SCIENCE: Grade 8:5
INFORMATION: (205) 714-8454, labworks@mcwane.org
Program is 60 minutes long.
LabWorks is a series of engaging experiments designed especially for
middle school students. Developed through a partnership between
UAB’s Center for Community Outreach Development (CORD) and
McWane Science Center, these labs include modern scientific protocols
and equipment that enable students to investigate contemporary
questions in biology, chemistry and physics.
Toothpaste Chemical Engineering
In this hands-on lab students will work as chemical engineers to discover the
properties of the components that make up toothpaste and design their own.
SCIENCE: Grade 8: 2, 3, 5
Carter Creek Mystery
In a fictional city, business is booming at the local plastic and paper company,
but there’s a big problem—the local water source has been polluted, and the
blame is going to the company that employs the majority of the city. In this
hands-on lab students analyze water and soil samples to determine the source
of pollution and help save the day!
SCIENCE: Grade 6: 7, 15, 16
A Light in a Dark Room
Understanding elements and light can lead to understanding or discovering new
compounds, as well as unlocking information about stars and galaxies, much
too far away to visit. In this hands-on lab students explore these questions and
more as they investigate pigment, light, fluorescence, invisible ink, and even
stars, all while learning about wavelengths and chemical reactions!
SCIENCE: 8th grade 8: 1,2,5, 17, 18
The Eyes Have It
The eye is an intricate machine easily accessible through dissection. In this
lab, students will dissect a cow eye, model how degenerate eye disorders effect
vision, and learn how visual illusions work
SCIENCE: Grade 7: 3, 6, 8, 10
PG. 12 • FTG 2018/2019GENEius Lab
RESERVATIONS: (205) 714-8479, geneius@mcwane.org
TIMES: 9:00-2:00 pm
CAPACITY: 30 students
INFORMATION: (205) 714-8479, geneius@mcwane.org
GENE-ius is an engaging, day-long laboratory experience in molecular
biology and genetics designed for high school biology students, grades
9–12. Using state-of-the-art equipment, participants work in small
groups with guidance from UAB students and faculty to complete a
challenging lab experiment. Students also have access to McWane Sci-
ence Center exhibits and programs throughout the day.
Huntington's Disease Lab DNA Fingerprinting Lab
DISCIPLINE: Life Science DISCIPLINE: Life Science
Students learn structure and function Students focus on genetic diversity
and use contemporary techniques in
of the human brain as they work in
molecular biology to isolate DNA from
small groups to dissect a sheep brain their cheek cells, use polymerase chain
and test their olfactory systems. Then reaction (PCR) to amplify a highly
students will use DNA gel electro- variable region of chromosome one and
phoresis and microscopy to explore employ gel electrophoresis to analyze
the genetics and neuro-pathology of samples.
Huntington’s disease. SCIENCE: Biology: 1, 7, 8; Genetics: 3, 7, 8, 9;
Forensic Science: 2, 4, 5
SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiology:
1, 4, 8; Biology: 1, 7, 8; Zoology: 1; Genetics:
5, 6, 7
Sickle-Cell Anemia:
Tracking Down an Inherited
HIV Lab Trait
DISCIPLINE: Life Science
DISCIPLINE: Life Science
The molecular basis of this hereditary
Students explore the lifecycle of HIV and disease is the main focus as students
perform an Enzyme-linked Immunosor- use electrophoresis to analyze differ-
bent Assay (ELISA). They will address ences in the normal and sickle-cell
the public health issues related to HIV/ hemoglobin at the protein and DNA
AIDS through a series of small group levels. Microscopy of fresh blood smears
discussions, activities and a mock fluid allows students to observe phenotypic
differences between normal and sickle
exchange
red blood cells.
SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiology: SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiology: 9;
15; Biology: 1, 8; Genetics: 7, 9, 11; Health: Biology: 1, 7, 8; Genetics: 2, 5, 6, 7, 8
1, 5, 12, 22
Grades 9-12
Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs.
NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 9-12 programs is 30 students. Education programs are $2.00 per
student.
Robotics Lab The Rube Challenge
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science DISCIPLINE: Physical Science, Physics
Using LEGO EV3robots, students will learn the Take the Rube Challenge! Use the
techniques used in the real world of science, properties of physics to design a complex
engineering, and technology. They’ll practice their way to solve a simple problem. Explore the
analytical skills while programming the robots to engineering process from start to finish in
successfully complete a series of challenges. this fun-filled, hands-on program.
PHYSICS: 1 PHYSICAL SCIENCE: 8, 9
TECHNOLOGY: 2, 10 PHYSICS: 2
NSES: Science as Inquiry, Science and Technology Program is 90 minutes long.
Program is 90 minutes long.
MCWANE.ORG • PG. 13unique
experiences
Spend the night at McWane Science Center
McWane Science Center offers Overnight Adventure programs year-round for groups of all shapes and sizes! We can tailor
the experience to fit the needs of school groups, scout groups, church groups, and families. We require groups to have a
minimum of 100 people for a private event.
BASIC FEATURES: NUMBER OF
n Dinner
PARTICIPANTS:
n Minimum 100 participants
n Continental breakfast
n Must be first grade or older
n After Hours admission to
n 1 adult required for every 5
Adventure Halls
n Exciting Science Program
children
Shared open dates including merit
badge programs available for smaller
CUSTOMIZE YOUR groups. Prices and programming may
EXPERIENCE vary
n Souvenirs FEE:
n Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream n $40 per participant
n Classroom Activities and Merit n $10/person IMAX Dome
Badge Programs Theater Film (optional)
n Overnight Adventure Patches n $15 Overnight Adventure T
And more! Shirt (optional- preorder only)
Visit www.mcwane.org or call 205-714-8323 for more information
PG. 14 • FTG 2018/2019mcwane
on the Can't come to McWane? Order science to go. McWane on the Move provides hands-on,
move
interactive programs that meet or supplement curriculum objectives and spark students'
scientific curiosity. Our programs are perfect for classrooms, assembly programs, libraries
and community events
Sun Blocks Enlightening Electricity
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
GRADES: Pre-K–K
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
GRADES: 2–6 Special
Programs
PROGRAM: Classroom PROGRAM: Classroom
Students will design and construct a structure to It’s electric! Students will explore circuits and how they
protect them from the harmful effects of sunlight. Don't work in order to create a working electrical system.
forget your sunblock. SCIENCE: Grade 4: 2,4
SCIENCE: K: 2, 7, 8 Alabama Scientists
Design and Construct DISCIPLINE: Physical Science/Life Science
Dinosaur Detectives DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: 2-8
DISCIPLINE: Earth and Space Science GRADES: 3-6 PROGRAM: Assembly only
GRADES: PreK-K PROGRAM: Classroom From electricity to rocket science, medicine to
PROGRAM: Classroom Students become design and construction crews as they metallurgy, Alabama has a rich scientific heritage!
Become a paleontologist as we go back in time and build tornado-proof structures. We will explore how people Students will get an exciting introduction to famous
explore Earth’s prehistoric animals. use science to deal with the powerful forces of nature. Alabama scientists and the amazing discoveries
APKS: S.P.: 1.2, 2.4 SCIENCE: Grade 3:15, Grade 4:17 from our home state.
SCIENCE: K: 1, 2/2: 3 SCIENCE: Grade 2:2; Grade 3: 3, 9; Grade 8: 3, 10
Reactions in Action
Speed it Up, Slow it Down
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
GRADES: 2–8
Stardome
GRADES: Pre K-2 PROGRAM: Classroom DISCIPLINE: Earth and Space Science
PROGRAM: Classroom Students will get fired up about science as we explore GRADES: 2-8
Ready, Set, let’s Go as students investigate force and combustion and dazzle them with color-changing liquids. PROGRAM: Classroom
motion. Working together, your class will solve problems Fascinating experiments teach students all about chemical Walk out of your classroom and into outer space! You and
by designing, constructing and utilizing different your students will enter our inflatable planetarium and fly
changes in matter!
materials and methods to see who wins the gravity race. through the solar system as we explore what makes each
SCIENCE: Grade 2: 1,4; Grade 5: 4; Grade 8: 5
APKS: 1.2, 1.4 planet special and meet some of the other objects that
SCIENCE: K: 1, 2/2.3 make up our universe.
a-MAZE-ing Robots SCIENCE: Grade 5: 12, 13; Grade 6: 1,2,3
Matter Mysteries DISCIPLINE: Physical Science
REQUIREMENTS
DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: 3rd and up
• This program requires an indoor space with at least 14
GRADES: Pre K-2 Experience the world of computer coding using Ozobots, one
feet in height and 22 feet in diameter
PROGRAM: Classroom of the world's smallest programmable robots. • Access to two 3-prong electrical outlets
Your students will become super sleuths, as they learn SCIENCE: Grade 4: 4 • Maximum of 30 students
to identify and classify matter, based on its physical TECHNOLOGY GRADE 3RD- 5TH: 3, 7
properties. Working in teams, they’ll perform hands-on FEES
experiments, make observations, and collect all the clues • 1 Classroom Program: $175; maximum 30 students
needed to help solve our matter mystery. • Each Additional Classroom Program: $125
APKS: S.P: 1.2, 2.2
SCIENCE: 2:1, 2, 4
Amazing Animals Superhero Science
DISCIPLINE: Life Science DISCIPLINE: Physical Science, Chemistry
GRADES: K-12 GRADES: 2-8
PROGRAM: Classroom PROGRAM: Assembly only
Bring animals right into your classroom! Students will In this super-powered presentation, we’ll use
learn about each animal in terms of its natural habitat, exciting demonstrations to explore the science
eating habits, adaptations and what makes them behind super powers!
different from other living things. SCIENCE: Grade 2: 4, Grade 4: 2a, Grade 5: 1, 4, Grade 8: 4
SCIENCE: : K: 3,4; Grade 1: 1,5; Grade 2: 7; Grade 3: 10,11;
Grade 4: 11; Grade 7:6
1 Classroom Program: $150; maximum 30 students Libraries/Community Programs: $125; groups of 30 or less
PLANING
n n
n Each Additional Classroom Program: $125; n Libraries/Community Program: $175; groups of 31 or more
YOUR
(must be the same program and be on the same day for discount to apply)
n 1 Assembly Program: $300; maximum Mileage: $.55/mile for all Alabama counties outside
Jefferson and Shelby Counties
PROGRAM n
150 students
Each Additional Assembly Program: $225 If you reserve a classroom program and more than 30 attendees are present, McWane Science
(must be on the same day for discount to apply) Center reserves the right to charge the assembly program rate.
MCWANE.ORG • PG. 15upcoming
exhibits
OPENS JANUARY 2019
McWane Science Center is not only home to a vast
collection of permanent exhibits, the museum also
tries to mix things up annually with new touring
exhibits that will both educate and entertain. Over the
course of 2018 and 2019, McWane plans to present
four exciting traveling exhibits that are unique,
fascinating and appealing to a wide range of visitors.
Behind the checkered flag and smell
of burning rubber, science has pushed
the development of auto racing into the
highest echelons of sporting achieve-
ments. SPEED: Science in Motion
investigates the expertise and technol-
ogy behind Formula 1 racing, looking at
how physics and engineering work with
biology and human endurance to sup-
port this multi-million dollar industry.
PG. 16 • FTG 2018/2019OPENS JANUARY 2019
McWane Science Center and UAB Medicine are excited to introduce
a new exhibit coming to Birmingham in January 2019 in time for
winter Field Trips. GENOME: Unlocking Life’s Code offers students
the opportunity to take a take look inside their cells to explore the
mysteries of the human genome.
ABOUT
THE EXHIBIT
DNA literally is the 'stuff of life'-it is the set of in-
structions for making everything from you to zebras,
strawberries, and even yeast. Understanding what the
language of DNA means will revolutionize your under-
standing of yourself, your health, and your connections
to life on Earth. GENOME: Unlocking Life's Code will
take visitors deep inside their own bodies to explore
the mysteries of the human genome.
New exhibit explores the
inner world of the human being
Students will learn what genomic science tells us about health and disease,
where we fit into the natural world, and how humans are connected to all life
on the planet. Through physical and computer interactives, media experiences,
specimens, artifacts, and replicas, GENOME: Unlocking Life’s Code will reveal
the exciting nature of genomic science and what it means to us as humans.
Educational “Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code” is spon-
programming and sored by UAB Medicine, Alabama’s leader in
events will be available precision medicine. UAB Medicine is using its
knowledge of the human genome to advance
with this exhibit. Check
the field of precision medicine, an exciting
the website regularly They will learn what genomic science tells us about
approach to health care that combines the
for more information absolute latest in the prediction & prevention, human disease, where we fit into the natural world,
on these programs. diagnosis, and treatment of disease to deliver and how humans populated the world.
truly individualized patient care.
MCWANE.ORG • PG. 17200 19TH STREET NORTH — BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203 — WWW.MCWANE.ORG
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