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Crime Lab
As they piece together the evidence of a crime scene, students see firsthand how fingerprints, footprints and fibers can help catch a criminal. Topics include forensic science, evidence analysis and analytical thinking. This program is specifically designed for grades 2 through 5. Looking for more information? Explore quick details about our programs below. View our […]
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Cowabunga Chemistry
Students perform amazing chemical reactions as they measure and mix ingredients and discover substances with strange and surprising properties: polymers. Make two different slimy concoctions for big-time chemistry fun. Topics include chemical reactions, states of matter, polymers and lab procedures. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 5. Looking for more information? Explore […]
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Amazing Whales
Young marine biologists take a close-up look at whales, examine baleen, and learn about the adaptations, habitat, and stewardship of these amazing mammals. Students will touch real whale artifacts and see a 40- or 60-foot, life-size, inflatable whale. Topics: adaptation, stewardship, mammal classification, whale ecology. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 5. […]
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Wee Wonders in Science
This introductory class has little ones exploring the wonders of chemistry, physics and biology. Students will make chemicals change colors, levitate objects, meet a live reptile and more in this fun-filled class. Topics include physics, biology and chemical mixing. This program is specifically designed for grades PreK through K. Looking for more information? Explore quick […]
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Squid Dissection
If your students have the guts, so do we—squid guts that is! Young biologists use proper dissection techniques to explore the insides of a squid and discover firsthand how the beak, ink sac and other adaptations help this odd, underwater organism survive. Topics include anatomy, animal adaptations, dissection and lab procedures. This program is specifically […]
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Bug Me
What has six legs, three body parts and invades your picnic? Students discover how insects’ bodies change as they grow and how they survive in a world where they are one of nature’s smallest creatures. Participants will design their own insect to take home and will have the option to hold live insects. Topics include […]
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Altered States
Explore the unique properties of solids, liquids, gases and plasmas. Observe how materials change from one state of matter to another. The freezing, flowing and glowing phenomena in this show are guaranteed to be a hit! Topics include states of matter, molecules, energy conversions and safety. This program is specifically designed for grades K through […]
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Your Galactic Address
How are we affected by the orbit and rotation of our planet? How far away are we from the Sun? In this space science class, students learn how Earth fits into our vast and ever– changing universe. Students will learn about the scale of our solar system, space time, and how stars align to form […]
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Where in the Worlds
Climb aboard the Spaceship OMSI and discover the fascinating planets and moons that make up our solar system. Young astronomers learn the solar system orbits the sun, make their own meteorite impact craters, and compare the sizes of the planets from the tiniest terrestrial worlds to the most gargantuan gas giants. This program is specifically […]
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React-O-Blast
Students help OMSI staff conduct experiments that vividly demonstrate the predictable (and sometimes unpredictable!) reactions of matter, including some that have explosive results. Topics include nature of chemical reactions, physical vs. chemical changes and safety. This program is specifically designed for grades K through 8. Looking for more information? Explore quick details about our programs […]
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