 Stimulates students’ curiosity about the world around them Correlates to TEKS and TAKS in a meaningful way Inspires students and teachers alike Enhances the curriculum taught in the classroom
Nurtures critical thinking skills
Creates an opportunity for hands-on, minds-on learning
Explores connections across subject areas
Special Field Trips - Fall 2008
Teddy Bear Care
Recommended for Grades PreK-2Dates: Oct. 6, Nov. 10 or Dec. 8 Length: 1.5 hours Cost: $6/student Bring your favorite stuffed friend and explore our Teddy Bear Clinic with station-based activities specifically designed for the early childhood audience. This interactive, educator-led, TEKS-based field trip experience will highlight the body, nutrition, physical fitness and healthy habits. Tour the Amazing Body Pavilion and finish up your field trip by learning basic safety lessons with our live puppet show Perry Medix and the Sirens! Download a Teddy Bear Care reservation form. Occupation Investigation: Sports!
Career Series - Recommended for Grades 6 and up
Dates: Sept. 17, Oct. 22 or Nov. 19 Length: 2.5 hours Cost: $6/student Expand your horizons during an interactive panel discussion where you'll find out about sports-related careers from a variety of professionals. This field trip includes access to permanent exhibition halls, including the Amazing Body Pavilion and YOU: The Exhibit, and a 4D film experience. An optional dissection demonstration ($2/student) or self-guided tour of our special exhibition ($1/student) may be added. Download an Occupation Investigations reservation form.
Teacher's GuidesAll Museum Field Experiences are aligned with the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) and TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills). For a complete listing of TEKS covered by each program as well as a selection of pre and post and on-the-bus Think Tank activities, click here.
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Questions or comments? Please contact: School Programs Reservations Coordinator Phone: 713-521-1515, ext. 121 Fax: 713-527-8229 Email: reservations@thehealthmuseum.org
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