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www.niagarachildrensmuseum.ca Copyright ©2017 Niagara Children’s Museum/Niagara Falls Art Gallery

Curricular Workshops for Grades JK—Gr. 8

NIAGARA

CHILDREN’S museum

Copyright ©2017 Niagara Children’s Museum

School’s Name

Name of Teacher(s) & Grade(s)

Contact email & phone number

Interested date(s) and time(s) (please have alternate dates available in case your chosen day is already booked)

Grade level(s)

Estimate number of students per class

Workshop(s) you have chosen (see following lists)

Please notify us of your school’s bell times if you have

choosen an “in school” workshop.

When calling to book we require

the following information:

N C M P R O G R A M S—QUICK GUIDE

Available as:

Available Grade

or Division =

FULL HALF Workshop Title P J I

Structures and Mechanisms Workshops

Explore, Experiment, Create JK/SK

Discovering Structures 1

Movin’ Things 2

Hands-on Stability 3

Simple Machines 4

Structures and Forces 5

Exploring Motion 6

Structural Strength & Stability 7

Structures & Mechanisms 8

Digital Visual Media Programs

Digital POP Art Portraits

Stop Motion Animation

SOCIAL SCIENCES

The Archeological DIG

SUPER SLEUTHS

Details Coming Soon —Call Today for Details!

5+

ow to Book: Call #(905) 356-1514

[email protected]

Or contact us by email:

Discounts for

Early Bird Bookings Become an EBB Member and receive

a discount per student price!*

*Certain restrictions apply. Please see workshops descriptions or

inquire by phone for more information.

To foster the ability to learn by encouraging a child's natural

curiosity and creativity.

To provide the children of, and visitors to, the Niagara Region

with a safe and fun learning environment.

To partner with parents, guardians, educators and groups

or institutions who have an interest in children realizing

COSTS:

Please see details in the program information pages that follow.

NR = Niagara Region OOR = Out Of Region

8058 Oakwood Drive, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, L2G 0J1 Phone: 905 . 356 . 1514 Email: [email protected]

The Children's Museum's exhibitions and programs challenge a child to

reate, nvestigate, iscover and olve

The approach to learning applies hands-on activities as a

way for children to naturally use their curiosity and creativity.

To nurture a child's imaginative expression.

To provide avenues for a child to explore

themselves and the world through either self-guided or

directed activities.

To give a helping hand to a child in developing

a love for the quest.

To assist a child in developing life's problem solving tools.

At the centre of the approach to understanding is

Art Based Integrated Learning (ABIL) where art concepts and techniques are the vehicles used for a child to explore themselves and the surrounding world. Both the Museum's exhibitions and programs use the Ontario curriculum as a starting point and the cross-curricular connections of art concepts, techniques and tools not only help children gain fundamental skills and competence in art but also assists them with understanding the concepts, techniques and tools of the other disciplines being explored.

ur Philosophy:

ELPK (JK/SK): Exploration,

Experimentation & Creativity The Exploration, Experimentation, & Creativity workshop is made up of hands-on play activity where students acquire foundation skills and

concepts that assist in the development of their abilities to work with structures, simple machines, and role playing. Using the structure and mechanism modules the children will be introduced to using nuts and bolts, basic tools, and small and oversized building materials. The performing

arts will be explored using dress-up, puppets and role playing in the children’s theatre modules. Adult supervision is required and it is recommended that the visiting students be divided into 3 groups. There is no cost for adult supervision.

GR. 1: Discovering Structures A hands-on activity where students build it big and

discover the distinctive characteristics of shell, frame, and mass structures through geometric and organic forms. Students are introduced to building materials that will be used in future grades, such as K’nex, nuts & bolts,

picture building plans. Group work emphasized.

GR. 2: Move’n Things A hands-on activity where students explore simple mechanisms, their characteristics and the structures that support them. Examine gears, axles and other moving things! Group work emphasized.

GR. 3: Hands-On Stability Using the hands-on exhibits students build structures and mechanisms while exploring stability and how various forces, material shapes and connections affect stability. Group work emphasized.

GR. 4: Simple Machines: Using the Museum’s hands-on exhibits students explore the relationship between structures and mechanisms. Various functioning mechanical systems are created in this hands on workshop where team work is emphasized. Incorporates Medieval and other early

societal themes. Group work emphasized.

F o r G r a d e s : E L P K — 8 !

Hands-on Connected Workshops

GR. 5: Structures & Forces Forces acting on structures are examined through the Museum’s hands-on exhibits. Students will work in groups to create various table top & oversized structures such as a Roman arches, Egyptian pyramids

& the post and lintel system amongst others. Group work emphasized.

GR. 6: Exploring Motion & Electricity Using the Museum’s hands-on modules, students explore motion & circuitry using different structures, mechanisms and technologies! Students will create and test structures, machines, mechanical & electrical systems from primitive & modern origins. Group work emphasized.

GR. 7: Structural Strength & Stability Using the Museum’s hands-on exhibits students explore the relationship between structures and methods used

to create strength from internal & external sources. Groups will cooperatively work to devise, read and apply plans to build both small and oversized materials to create various models.

GR. 8: Structures & Mechanisms Students will explore in groups various structural and mechanical models by creating and applying plans to physically create them in both physical and virtual environments. Group work emphasized.

Structures Workshop costs: Available In Museum Only

Half Program (Half-day) $6.00/student.

Full Program (Full-day): $10.00/student

or EBB $9.00/student!

Inquire about our E.B.B. program for eligibility & benefits!

Two or more classes from the same or a different grade can take

part in a workshop (full-day recommended).*

Luncheon Space and Snack/Gift Shop (upon availability) services

are available for Full-day participants.

*Maximum capacity limitations apply. Please Inquire.



DIGITAL, VISUAL, MEDIA PROGRAMS


The Digital Art Studio is now available! Immerse your students in the world of technology in workshops designed for grades 4 and up! Whether it’s creating digital artwork or editing video, composing digital

photography or constructing animations, your students will have an unforgettable hands-on experience designed with cross curricular links. New workshops, both

in museum and at schools, will continue to be introduced as this program expands—keep checking with us for the most up to date listings! Workshops may be available at either our IN MUSEUM DVM lab or

IN SCHOOL through our fully equipped Portable DVM Lab—we set up in your classroom!*

See availability below:

Workshops now available (Grades 4 and up):

- Stop Motion Animation Currently Available: In Museum & In School** – Full Day Workshop: Working in groups, students will design, shoot and compose a short stop motion animation movie

from the ground up. Learning about film & camera techniques, the group will work on the development of their short story through the creation of characters, storyboards,

set props, backgrounds, lighting, sound effects and more. Teacher will receive a digital copy of all students work which can be distributed to the students! Can be linked

to many different topics studied in the classroom.

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POP ART Portraits Currently Available: In Museum/In School** – Half Day Workshop — Learn about digital image manipulation while creating a fabulous work of art! Working in groups, students will work with digital cameras to create self portraits and use computers to manipulate the image into a finished work inspired by the works of POP Artist Andy Warhol.

>>>Coming soon<<< -Comic Page Creator -Digital Short Films

& MORE

Keep checking our website for news about these upcoming programs.

COSTS: At Museum: $10.00/Student EBB: $ 9.00/Student

*In School: Niagara Region

$13.00/Student

$12.00/Student

EBB:

Out of Region

$15.00/Student

$14.00/Student

EBB:

COSTS: At Museum: $6.00/Student *In School: $ 8.00/Student

Niagara Region

$10/Student

Out of Region

Niagara Children’s Museum

CALL TODAY TO RESERVE A WORKSHOP!

8058 Oakwood Drive, Niagara Falls, Ont.

Contact Dave by Phone: (905)356-1514

or Email: [email protected]

See us online @

www.niagarachildrensmuseum.ca

Inquire about our E.B.B. program for eligibility & benefits! *Workshop maximum capacity limitations apply. Please Inquire.


* IN SCHOOL WORKSHOP NOTES:

Workshops performed in school

will require appropriate work

space and access to electricity in the classroom.

* IN School Workshops will require access to a minimum of two power outlets and a clear white board/screen to project on; classroom desks & chairs may also need arrangement to accommodate equipment and student pairing. ** IN School Workshops will amend regular school schedules to accommodate program requirements, as in field trip scenarios, which can affect regular break times.

Questions? Please inquire.


DVM Available Now

for Grade 4 and above!

Niagara Children’s Museum The ”DIG”: A Full Day Workshop! COSTS:


Phone: (905)356-1514 Contact: Dave by Phone: (905)356-1514


Rubrics and Resources available

@ www.niagarachildrensmuseum.ca


AVAILABLE ONLY: SEPT-OCT & MID-APRIL to JUNE.

At the MUSEUM: $10.00/student or EBB $9.00/student!


Two or more classes from the same or a different grade can take part

in a workshop (full-day recommended).*




The Mock Archaeological Dig


A Hands-On FULL DAY School Workshop Program .

Whether you’re studying aboriginal peoples, a civilization from 3000 BCE-1500 CE, a medieval crusade, the war of 1812 or from New France to the

beginnings of Canada, your students will DIG into

this hands-on cross-curricular workshop that brings history and practical application together! Students will experience a mock-up of an archeological expedition in both a virtual & physical environment. ARTS/SCIENCES/MATHEMATICS/SOCIAL STUDIES +

Students will problem solve through the use of ciphers, measurement, mapping, grids and coordinates to prepare for their actual excavation! Hunt your way through a series of grade appropriate secret symbols (from hieroglyphs to naval ciphers & more) to find the clues you’ll need to prepare for

your excavation and the possibility of uncovering

‘human remains’ from a society long lost. Practice an excavation and then map & record your findings using a few computerized excavation sites! Get ready to get dirty as we dig into the hands-on mock-up archeological site where you never know just what you’ll discover! Student will receive a copy

of all their work which can be collected and assessed by teachers! INDOOR & OUTDOOR components to the workshop (partially covered excavation site). Participants are advised to dress

weather appropriate (incl. proper footwear) as well as bring proper sunscreen & insect repellant as the outdoor portion of the workshop is subject to environmental

conditions. Rain or Shine event.

ABOUT SUPER SLEUTHS: The Super Sleuths Program is a full-day workshop and is available as either an “In Museum” or “In School” event. “In-School”

events require adequate space for set-up (gym space is suggested) as well as tables, seating & access to electricity.

Two or more classes may take part in the workshop (maximum capacity limitations apply-please inquire).

Niagara Children’s Museum Super Sleuths– FULL DAY WORKSHOP! COSTS:


Phone: (905)356-1514 Contact: Dave by Phone: (905)356-1514


Rubrics and Resources available

@ www.niagarachildrensmuseum.ca


At the MUSEUM: $12.00/student or EBB $11.00/student

At SCHOOL: NR= $13.00/student or EBB $12.00/student

OOR= $15.00/student or EBB $14.00/Student


Two or more classes from the same or a different grade can take part

in a workshop (full-day recommended).*





Super Sleuths A Hands-On

Students will become super sleuths as they uncover evidence and determine the

direction of the investigation!

Narrow the Field of Investigation by recreating the 3D profile of the investigation’s victim using professional field

materials.

Once the case has been identified, students will dive into a detective’s world by using professional

technologies and methods to obtain evidence to

analyze alongside of P.O.I. (persons of interest) files.

This hands-on workshop provides field model stations for students to explore in

order to identify, investigate, record and analyze evidence

including:

The Mock Incident Scene , a Digital Microscope Lab, Tire Track Analysis, a corporeal Medical Examination, a Video Surveillance Lab with Digital Facial Composite Sketching software to develop an A.P.B.

Through evidence & P.O.I. cross examination, students culminate the workshop with

presentations of their findings and provide an educated suggestion for the

proceedings of the case.

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