Kindergarten 

A visit to the Museum of Arts and Sciences opens a world of exploration to your class.  With your visit to the Museum you will recieve both pre and post visit activites for all that you will do at the Museum to connect your field trip to the classroom.   Here are some of the Kindergarten GPS that are dealt with on every visit to the Museum, refer to the pre and post materials to see a complete list:

ELAKLSV1 The student uses oral and visual skills to communicate.

MKG3 Students will identify, create, extend, and transfer patterns from one representation to another using actions, objects, and geometric shapes.

SKCS1 Students will be aware of the importance of curiosity, honesty, openness, and skepticism in science and will exhibit these traits in their own efforts to understand how the world works. 

SSKE1 The student will describe the work that people do (police officer, fire fighter, soldier, mail carrier, baker, farmer, doctor, and teacher).

 

The Museum provides a variety of unique experinces and oppurtunities for your students to learn.  Select any combination of programs or current exhibits that would enhance your classroom experince. Use the links below to view information on specific programs and exhibits, and correlations to the Georgia Performance Standards. 

 

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Featured Exhibitions              Planetarium

Live Animal Programs           Environmental Education

Labs and Classes

 

If you have anymore questions please feel free to contact the Group Services Coordinator at groups@masmacon.com.  If your ready to book your trip please use either our online form or call the Museum to submit your request.

Featured Exhibits

Gullah/Geechee:An Enduring Culture

January 25-May 4, 2008

South Gallery

West African slaves provided essential labor for colonial rice plantations. Their knowledge of rice cultivation allowed the plants to succeed. The Gullah (South Carolina) and Geechee (Georgia) people lived in isolated areas and blended their African culture with the skills needed to survive in the new land. Stories and songs were used to teach lessons to children and West African and American techniques melded together in cooking. Customs from Africa, the West Indies, and America developed into a new culture. Explore the Gullah/Geechee legacy from its beginnings to its place in a National Historic Corridor.

Related GPS:

  SSKG1 The student will describe American culture by explaining diverse community and family celebrations    

  and customs.

 

Live Animal Program

Below are Live Animal programs that we recommend for Kindergarten classes and the Georgia Performance Standards dealt with through that program. 

To Breathe or Not TO Breathe

Students will compare living and non-living materials in the backyard area. They will look at animals, plants, soil and rocks. They will discuss how they are similar and how they are different.

SKL1- Students will sort living organisms and non-living materials into groups by observable physical attributes.

 Are You Like Me? 

We will discuss how we group animals by their commonalties. They will cover the mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian and invertebrate groups. These ideas are better enforced by the use of living animals to create a level of excitement.

SKL2- Students will compare the similarities and differences in groups of organisms.

Planetarium Shows

Below are Planetarium programs that we recommend for Kindergarten Classes and the Georgia Performance Standards dealt with through that Planetarium program. 

 

LARRY CAT IN SPACE

This show follows an inquisitive cat as he journeys to the moon. Larry’s owner Diana goes to work on the moon as a lunar geologist. Missing her, Larry smuggles himself on board a space plane. After he finds Diana, he learns about daily life in the moon’s environment.

Related GPS:

SKE1 Students will describe time patterns (such as day to night and night to day) and objects (such as sun, moon, stars) in the day and night sky.

SKP3 Students will observe and communicate effects of gravity on objects.

SKP1 Students will describe objects in terms of the materials they are made of and their physical properties.

 

THE FRIENDLY STARS

Designed for the youngest planetarium-goers, The Friendly Stars will introduce kids to Sol, the Sun. They learn that the Earth and other planets go around the sun, which is a star. Then, the sky becomes dark and the stars of night appear. (25 minutes)

Related GPS:

SKE1 Students will describe time patterns (such as day to night and night to day) and objects (such as sun, moon, stars) in the day and night sky.

SKP1 Students will describe objects in terms of the materials they are made of and their physical properties.

 

 SWITCH ON THE NIGHT!

This planetarium experience teaches the youngest audiences the causes of day and night. The origin of constellations is discussed, simple imaginary patterns between the stars are traced, and students learn that the Earth is one of several planets circling the sun. (40 minutes)

Related GPS:

SKE1 Students will describe time patterns (such as day to night and night to day) and objects (such as sun, moon, stars) in the day and night sky.

 

THE SKY FROM A TO Z

This program presents the sun as a star essential for life on Earth. Its rising, setting, and the origins of day, month, and year are briefly addressed. Students are introduced to objects in the night sky, including seasonal constellations, the moon, meteors, and planets. The Earth is seen from space, during a spaceship ride to the sun and the planets.

Related GPS:

SKE1 Students will describe time patterns (such as day to night and night to day) and objects (such as sun, moon, stars) in the day and night sky.

 

THE LITTLE STAR THAT COULD

Follow Little Star in his quest to find planets of his very own. Along the way, he learns about different kinds of stars, the Milky Way Galaxy, and something about each of the planets in our Solar System.

Related GPS:

SKP1 Students will describe objects in terms of the materials they are made of and their physical properties.

Environmental Education

Nature Trail Tour

Students are guided on the Sweetgum Nature Trail and use tools such as a magnifier, specimen nets, and binoculars to observe and learn about plants and animals.

Related GPS:

SKCS3 Students will use tools and instruments for observing, measuring, and manipulating objects in scientific activities.

SKL1 Students will sort living organisms and non-living materials into groups by observable physical attributes.

 

Below are activities that can be done in conjunction with a Nature Trail Tour or on their own during your visit to the Museum.

Get the Ground Water Picture

Students will "get the ground water picture" and learn about basic ground water principles as they create their own geologic cross section or earth window.

Related GPS:

SKCS3 Students will use tools and instruments for observing, measuring, and manipulating objects in scientific activities.

SKE2 Students will describe the physical attributes of rocks and soils.

How Big Is Your Tree?

Trees come in various shapes and sizes. In this activity, students will measure trees in different ways and become familiar with the tree’s scale and structure. They will also learn the importance of standard unites of meseaure and measuring techniques.

 Related GPS:

SKCS3 Students will use tools and instruments for observing, measuring, and manipulating objects in scientific activities.

SKL1 Students will sort living organisms and non-living materials into groups by observable physical attributes.