FIELD TRIPGUIDE2014 – 2015

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SCHOOL

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A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO YOUR FIELD TRIP

200 19TH STREET N., BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA 35203

(205) 714-8300 • WWW.MCWANE.ORG

ATTIREStudents are encouraged to wear a name tag with their school and teacher’s name and/or an identifying school shirt when visiting McWane Science Center.

CANCELLATIONS: Deposits not received on time may result in cancellation of IMAX® reservations. Deposits will be credited toward the total amount due.

McWane Science Center reserves the right to collect payment on reservations cancelled fewer than 72 hours prior to the scheduled visit. Without cancellation, you will be charged for the full amount of your deposit.

IMAX® schedule subject to change without notice. Visit www.mcwane.org for a current list of films.

DETERMINE GROUP SIZE AND CHAPERONESHow many children and adults will be in your group? To ensure a positive learning experience for our guests, we ask each class have a minimum number of chaperones depending on grade level.

Grades PreK – 5th Groups Must have a minimum of 1 adult for every 6 students in the group.

Grades 6 -8 Groups Must have a minimum of 1 adult for every 8 students in the group. Grades 9 -12 Groups Must have a minimum of 1 adult for every 10 students in the group.

NO MORE THAN 1 ADULT FOR EVERY 2 STUDENTS. ANY ADULT OVER MAXIMUM WILL PAY GENERAL GROUP RATES.

PLAN FOR LUNCH Decide which lunch option works best for your class

PARKING AND DIRECTIONSPlease unload bus at 2nd Avenue North entrance. Bus parking is located at a remote parking lot. McWane Science Center will provide drivers courtesy shuttle service. Car parking is $5 per vehicle in our parking deck.

ADDRESS: McWane Science Center is located at the corner of 19th Street and 2nd Avenue North in downtown Birmingham, Alabama.

CONFIRM RESERVATIONAfter finalizing your trip with the Reservations Department at McWane Science Center, you will receive a confirmation number. Reservations are not complete until you receive a confirmation packet via mail, email or fax.

MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER RESERVATIONS DEPARTMENT

200 19th Street North Birmingham, AL 35203 Reservations: 205-714-8414 • Toll-Free: 1-877-4-MCWANE

Teachers’ Fax: 205-714-8203Email: reservations@mcwane.org

McWane Science Center is a nonprofit science museum complementing the mission of schools and educators by offering dynamic hands-on science exhibits and programs for all ages and grades.

This guide is designed to help you make the most of your field trip. It includes a brief overview of our exhibits, IMAX® films, and a full list of the educational programs we offer to enhance your experience. Thank you for

helping us continue our mission to change lives through science and wonder by visiting us on a field trip this year.

PAYMENT OPTIONSPayment is due in full upon arrival the day of your visit to McWane Science Center. Deposits must be received 14 days prior to your visit. All IMAX® reservations require a $2 per person non-refundable deposit.

Discounted admission rates are available to school groups of 15 or more people who visit as a class during regular school hours. Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance to qualify for discounted rates.

RESERVATIONSContact McWane Science Center’s Reservations Department to reserve your field trip.

All fees are subject to change.All programs subject to availability.

ORDER LUNCH FROM THE SMART CAFÉ $5 PER LUNCH: Pre-order a fresh, delicious lunch from the Smart Cafe’.

BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH Guests are welcome to bring their own lunch. Please pack them in clearly labeled cardboard boxes identifying both the name of the school and teacher. Lunches should be individually packaged in paper bags. We will make sure your lunch is brought to your reserved lunchroom during the 20 minutes your lunch is scheduled. Please do not bring carbonated drinks into the museum.

*Must be ordered at least 1 week before date of visit.

INDIVIDUAL PACKAGES

MUSEUM ONLY: Students (Grades PreK-12) $7.00 Adults (Teachers, Chaperones & Bus Drivers) FREE

IMAX® DOME THEATER ONLY: Students (Grades PreK-12) $7.00 Adults $5.00

COMBO PACKAGES

MUSEUM + PROGRAM: Students $9.00 / Adults FREE

MUSEUM + IMAX: Students $10.00 / Adults $5.00

MUSEUM, IMAX + PROGRAM: Students $12.00 / Adults $5.00

**Lunch Deposit: $2 per lunch, due 2 weeks before visit

*Adult pricing is for up to 1 adult for every 2 students.

Admission

Lunch Options

Policies

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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 sub woofers. Visit www.mcwane.org for a complete list of movies and showtimes.

IMAX® schedule subject to change without notice. Visit www.mcwane.org for a current list of films.

TO THE ARCTICNOW — JANUARY 8, 2015

TO THE ARCTIC takes viewers on an amazing journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her two seven-month-old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home and travel across the beautiful frozen landscape. Get up close and personal with polar bears, caribou and walrus.

ISLAND OF LEMURSNOW — MARCH 2015

ISLAND OF LEMURS: MADAGASCAR takes audiences on a spectacular journey to the remote and wondrous world of Mada-gascar. Lemurs arrived in Madagascar as castaways millions of years ago and evolved into hundreds of diverse species but are now highly endangered.

JERUSALEMNOW — NOVEMBER 26, 2014

JERUSALEM takes audiences on an inspiring and eye-opening tour of one of the world’s oldest and most enigmatic cities. Destroyed and rebuilt countless times over 5000 years, Jerusalem’s enduring appeal remains a mystery. What made it so important to so many different cultures? And why does it still matter to us?

A COSMIC PICTURE / ARCANE PICTURES FILM IN ASSOCIATION WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC “JERUSALEM” NARRATED BY BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH ORIGINAL MUSIC MICHAEL BROOK EDITORS JEAN-MARIE DROT BOB EISENHARDT, ACE DOUG O’CONNORDIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY REED SMOOT, ASC SOUND RECORDIST THIERRY MORLAAS-LURBE EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS JAKE EBERTS DOMINIC CUNNINGHAM-REID PRODUCERS TARAN DAVIES GEORGE DUFFIELD DANIEL FERGUSON WRITTEN & DIRECTED BY DANIEL FERGUSON

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SANTA VS. THE SNOWMANNOVEMBER 28 — DECEMBER 31

Tradition is turned on its head when an all-out riotous battle for Christmas erupts, with the Snowman and his minions squaring off against Santa and his elf army for the rights to the worldwide gift delivery franchise of the jolly old man in red.

MYSTERIES OF THE UNSEEN WORLDOPENS JANUARY 9, 2015

MYSTERIES OF THE UNSEEN WORLD will transport audiences to places on the planet they’ve never been before, to see things that are beyond their normal vision yet are literally right in front of their eyes.

DEEP SEA CHALLENGEOPENS MARCH 2015

DEEP SEA CHALLENGE follows the dramatic story of James Cameron’spersonal odyssey as he undertakes an underwater expedition of such historic proportion and risk that it has been compared to putting a man on the moon. Witness new life forms and vistas never before captured on camera— and all right here on planet Earth.

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Inside the museum, four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder. The first step in planning your memorable field trip adventure is learning about the exhibits you will experience in the

museum. Below is a brief overview of what is inside McWane Science Center. You can also learn more about every exhibit online at www.mcwane.org.

Explore our aquarium which features over fifty species of marine 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, jellyfish, the Cahaba River Biorama, a six-foot green moray eel in the Gulf Tank and a variety of fresh water fish.

Ocean Journey • River JourneyShark & Ray Touch Tank

Lower Level

Your students can lie on a Bed of Nails, test out the pulley chairs, experiment with bubbles and interact with dozens of other exhibits inside the museum adventure halls. Young guests can also explore the Just Mice Size exhibit designed for children Kinder-garten and younger. Several live science demonstra-tion areas are also on this level. Be sure to reserve an educational show in Rushton Science Theater to enhance your field trip.

ScienceQuest • Just Mice Size Rushton Science Theater • Bubble Room Demonstration Station

Level One

ENHANCE YOUR FIELD TRIP: Create a fun field trip package with a showing of DEEP SEA CHALLENGE in IMAX.

the

The Demonstration

Station is home to all

sorts of cool science

experiments.

Check out the Appalachiosaurus

in the Alabama

Dinosaurs exhibit.

DID YOU KNOW?

McWane has the

largest A

quarium in

Alabama.

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On the third floor you will discover exciting interactive exhibits about Art & Technology. Classes can also construct anything they can dream up in the Imagination Playground. The third floor is a location for seasonal exhibits including our popular exhibit Winter Wonderland and the Magic of Model Trains.

Traveling and Seasonal Exhibit Space Classrooms • Art & Technology

This level is where you will find the Ala-bama Dinosaur exhibit featuring rare finds from the Alabama tyrannosaur to danger-ous raptors. Your class can also meet the faces and fins that swam in Alabama’s oceans 80 million years ago in the Sea Monsters of Alabama exhibit. The exhibit includes a giant sea turtle and the great prehistoric predator, the Mosasaur.

Take a walk on the wild side in the NatureScope exhibit, home to a collection of interactive displays about birds and bugs.

Before you head on to explore the rest of the museum, be sure to take a ride on the daring High Cycle. Defy gravity by riding a bike across a high-wire, two stories above the ground!

Alabama Dinosaurs • NatureScope Sea Monsters of Alabama • High CycleNOAA Science on a Sphere

Level Two

Level Three

ENHANCE YOUR FIELD TRIP: Create a fun field trip package with a showing of one of our movies in IMAX.

Check out the Appalachiosaurus

in the Alabama

Dinosaurs exhibit.

DID YOU KNOW?

McWane has the

largest A

quarium in

Alabama.

TRAVELING EXHIBIT

JANUARY 31 – MAY 3

Mindbender Mansion

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world

of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic

place full of brainteasers and

interactive challenges guaranteed

to test the brain power and problem

solving skills of even the most

experienced puzzlers.

PARDON OUR

PROGRESSConstruction continues

on McWane's premiere

early learning space,

which will occupy 10,000

square feet of the second floor. The target

completion date is Spring

2015, so get ready!

Education programs

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, National Science Education Standards or Alabama Performance Standards for 4-year-olds (APKS) as established by the Alabama Department of Children’s Affairs, Office of School Readiness. Call (205) 714-8414 or email reservations@mcwane.org to make a reservation.

What is Nano?DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: 3–12Think Small! Really, really small! In this fun and exciting program students will learn about nanosci-ence and how small scale technologies may hold the key to tackling our biggest problems.

Science of SoundDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: Grades: K-4

Young scientists will investigate the mechanics be- hind sound, from music to voices to sonic booms. They will also learn how vibration keeps the whole world singing its own special tune.

Combustion!DISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: AllWhat happens when you mix heat, fuel and oxygen? Finding out can be a blast! This demonstration will ignite student curiosity about flammable solids, liquids and gases.

A Body of KnowledgeDISCIPLINE: Life Science GRADES: K–5In this fun look at the human body we will explore how our brains help us see, get an inside look at some internal organs and find out why our bodies make gross sounds and produce stuff like snot and vomit!

Lightning Strikes!DISCIPLINE: Physical Science GRADES: AllGlowing, crackling and snapping toward Earth, billions and billions of electrons explode into the ground. That’s what happens when Lightning Strikes! Witness lightning bolts up to 12 feet long zapping between the tandem Tesla coil system and get zapped by touching the Van de Graaff generator. You’ll be amazed and awe-struck as you learn about electricity!

The excitement of science comes to life

with memorable, science demonstrations in

McWane Science Center’s Rushton Science

Theater. This unique science learning

environment hosts programs for large groups.

Reserved shows are subject to availability.

SEATING CAPACITY: Minimum 50/Maximum 108

PRICING: Students (Pre-K—12) $2.00

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Fossils RockDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceFossils are fascinating! They teach us about life that used to live on this planet, long before we did! Using fossils from our world famous collection, we will discover Alabama's ancient history and learn about some real giants of the past!SCIENCE: Grade 1: 6; Grade 2: 2

Curious CrittersDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceCAPACITY: 45Get better acquainted with animals from around the world. Investigate the relationships certain creatures have with each other and the environment around them.SCIENCE: Grade 1: 1; Grade 2: 6

Water, Wind and WeatherDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space ScienceWhat is the water cycle and what does it have to do with weather? Students will explore water, wind and weather as they engage in hands-on activities.SCIENCE: Grade 1: 7, 8, 9; Grade 2: 1, 7, 9

Pushes and PullsDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceYou won’t have to force students to take this experimental program. They’ll be amazed at what forces can do and how important they are in our daily lives.SCIENCE: Grade 1: 1, 3; Grade 2: 4

Experience EngineeringDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceEngineers are problem solvers. Try your hand at being an en-gineer by using simple machines to solve complex problems.SCIENCE: 2: 4

PreK– K

Forensics 101DISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceStudent teams use forensic science to solve a simulated crime.NSES: Science as Inquiry; History and Nature of Science; Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

WeDo LEGO™ RoboticsDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceUsing LEGO© WeDo kits, small groups will work together to build and program exciting robotic models with working motors and sensors that will expand their problem solving and critical thinking skills. SCIENCE: Grade 3: 4, 5; Grade 4: 4TECHNOLOGY: 1, 2, 3, 12MATH: Grade 3: 1(3-OA1), 2(3-OA2), 3(3-OA3), 4(3-OA4), 6(3OA-6)Grade 4: 1(4-OA1), 2(4-OA2), 6(NBT1)Program is 90 minutes long.

Coastal CreaturesDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceDiscover how animals have adapted to coastal environments, the role of camouflage, the nature of predator/prey relationships and the importance of these habitats to our planet’s health.SCIENCE: Grade 3: 8; Grade 4: 5, 6

Adventures in ChemistryDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceExciting demonstrations and hands-on experiments engage students in exploring the mysteries of chemistry.SCIENCE: Grade 3: 2; Grade 5: 1

Electrifying ExperiencesDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGet all charged up and have a hair-raising time experimenting with the basics of electricity. Build circuits, create static electricity and discover the connection between electricity and magnetism.SCIENCE: Grade 4: 1; Grade 5: 4

Energy and MotionDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceTo understand how we walk, ride bicycles or launch rockets into space, we need to understand the relationship between force and motion. Come try exciting experiments to test Sir Isaac Newton¹s three Laws of Motion and learn how energy is transferred through systems!SCIENCE: Grade 3: 4, Grade 4: 4, Grade 5: 4

What's Shaking: Exploring EarthDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceHow do we know what's inside our Earth if we haven¹t been there? Students will be able to answer this question by exploring our Earth's layers and changing surface through fun, interactive activities!SCIENCE: Grade 1: 6; Grade 2: 2

Dino-MightDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceTake a journey through time to learn more about dinosaurs. Explore how they lived, what they ate and more.APKS: 2.2, 2.5, 4.2 SCIENCE: K: 6

Animal AdventuresDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceCAPACITY: 45Turtles and snakes and cockroaches—cool! Take a close look at some amazing animals from Alabama and around the world.APKS: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5 SCIENCE: K: 6

Magnet ManiaDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceWhat’s the big attraction? Children will be drawn to this program that teaches the science of magnets and how they work.APKS: 1.6, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 SCIENCE: K: 4, 5

Exploring Solids and Liquids DISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceStudents will learn all about solids and liquids with activities and demonstrationsAPKS: 1.1, 1.2, 1.5, 4.2, 4.3SCIENCE: K: 1

The Five SensesDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceCome explore the five senses that help us make sense of the world around us.APKS 1.7, 4.2, 4.3SCIENCE: K: 3, 7

Wonders of WeatherDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space Science Little meteorologists will learn all about clouds, temperature and the seasons in this fun look at the weather around us.APKS: 3.1, 3.3, 3.4SCIENCE: K: 3, 9, 10

Programs by grade level

Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs*.NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 3-5 programs is 30 students unless otherwise noted below.

Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs*.NOTE: Maximum capacity of Pre-K-K programs is 20 students unless otherwise noted below.

Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs*.NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 1-2 programs is

30 students unless otherwise noted below.

*Programs subject to availability

Grades 1 –2

Grades 3 -5

BIRMINGHAM AU DOBON SOCIETY

ALABAMA BIRDSDISCIPLINE: Life Science/Social Studies

Discover how birds are adapted to the different environments in

Alabama. Learn how to cla ssify birds into their different famil ies and

learn the characteristics that make them unique.

SCIENCE: Grade 3: 8; Grade 4: 5,6; Grade 5: 9

SOCIAL STUDIES: Grade 3: 1, 2, 3

WEDNESDAYS ONLY

BIRMINGHAM AU DOBON SOCIETY

ALL ABOUT BIRDSDISCIPLINE: Life Science/Social Studies

Birds are covered in feathers, lay eggs and are a l l around us in Alabama.

Learn ama zing facts about birds, their habitats and their adaptations.

SCIENCE: Grade 1: 4; Grade 2: 6

SOCIAL STUDIES: Grade 2: 2

WEDNESDAYS ONLY

Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs.NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 6-8 programs is 30 students unless otherwise noted below.

Amazing ReactionsDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceCheck out the science behind some mysterious chemical reactions and conduct experiments that produce strange substances, changing colors and expanding gases.SCIENCE: Grade 8: 1, 4, 7

Robotics ChallengeDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceStudents will participate in a robotics activity that will bring out their inner techno geek. LEGO® MINDSTORMS® is an ideal tool for helping students learn math, science, computers and design technology. NSES: Science as Inquiry, Science and TechnologyMATH: Grade 6:20 (6-EE9); Grade 7:10 (7-EE4) Program is 90 minutes long.

The Science of NanotechnologyDISCIPLINE: Physical Science, TechnologyWhat is nanotechnology and how does is it affect our lives? We’ll explore the really big science of teeny tiny technology and discover that you may already be using nanotechnology and not even know it!SCIENCE: Grade 8: 7NSES: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Science and Technology, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives; History and Nature of Science Standards

Inside Our EarthDISCIPLINE: Earth ScienceThere’s a whole lotta shakin’ going on in this program! Students will gain further understanding of plate tectonic theory as they investi-gate Earth’s internal composition and how earthquakes, volcanoes and other factors cause changes to our planet’s surface.SCIENCE: Grade 6: 2, 4

Earth and BeyondDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space ScienceImagine gazing at the Earth from 22,000 miles above its surface! Using the cutting-edge technology of Science on a Sphere, we will observe the dynamics of our home planet and visit Earth’s celestial neighbors. SCIENCE: Grade 6: 1, 2, 3, 8, 10

Microscope Lab DISCIPLINE: Life ScienceA microscope is one of the most useful tools in science. In this highly interactive lab your students will have the opportunity to learn and practice essential skills while investigating fixed and live specimens.NSES: Science as Inquiry, Science and Technology

Design Challenge: Toxic TownDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceStudent engineers must save Toxic Town! With a set of supplies, teams will design, build and test a new product to solve this dilemma.SCIENCE: Grade 8: 8, 10

It’s a Wild Ride!DISCIPLINE: Physical Science

GRADE: 8

Study the laws of physics that make roller coasters so thrilling. Students will

get hands-on and explore the physics behind the engineering of these rides.

The experiment concludes by letting students utilize their knowledge to

design and build their own coasters.SCIENCE: Grade 8: 1, 8, 10, 11

Daphnia Drug Physiology InvestigationDISCIPLINE: Physical Science

GRADE: 7

Students will design an experiment to test the effects of drugs such as

caffeine and nicotine on Daphnia heart rate. Students will work in small

groups to investigate their question, design a lab experiment, and collect

data. They will discuss body systems, neurotransmitters, experimental

design, and use microscopes.SCIENCE: Grade 7: 1, 3

Isn’t That a Crime?DISCIPLINE: Life and Forensic Science

GRADES: 7 & 8

Students will analyze a crime scene, look for evidence and perform a

variety of techniques used in real crime labs. Techniques include analyzing

hair and fiber samples under a microscope, examining for fingerprints, blood

typing and separating DNA fragments using agarose gel electrophoresis.

SCIENCE: Grade 7: 10; Grade 8: 1

The Eyes Have It: An Eye-Opening Experience DISCIPLINE: BiologyGRADE: 7The 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

Life in a DropDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space Science

GRADES: 6 & 7

This lab introduces students to effects of pollution on the environment

through a daphnia biotoxicity assay using household chemicals. In addition,

students will discuss classification of microscopic organisms and perform

further tests for contamination.

SCIENCE: Grade 6: 2, 3, 7; Grade 7: 1, 4, 5, 7

HIV PreventionDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceGRADE: 7

To connect the life cycle of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) to

transmission, students will model the spread of HIV in a population and

perform an Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbant Assay (ELISA) to detect HIV-

specific proteins in a sample.

SCIENCE: Grade 7: 1, 2, 6, 10; Grade 8: 1

HEALTH: Grade 6: 2, 5, 7, 14, 15; Grade 7: 8, 14; Grade 8: 12

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.

RESERVATIONS: (205) 714-8454, labworks@mcwane.org

TIMES: 9:00-11:00 am or 12:00-2:00 pm

CAPACITY: 30 studentsINFORMATION: (205) 714-8454, labworks@mcwane.org

LAB WORKS

Grades 6 -8

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Enhance your class visit with one of these reserved programs*.NOTE: Maximum capacity of Grades 9-12 programs is 30 students unless otherwise noted below.

Huntington’s Disease Lab

DISCIPLINE: Life Science

Students learn structure and function of the human brain as

they work in small groups to dissect a sheep brain and test their

olfactory systems. Then students will use DNA gel electrophore-

sis and microscopy to explore the genetics and neuro-pathology

of Huntington’s disease.

SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiology: 1, 4, 8; Biology: 1, 7, 8;

Zoology: 1; Genetics: 5, 6, 7

HIV LabDISCIPLINE: Life Science

Students explore the lifecycle of

HIV and perform an Enzyme-linked

Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA). They’ll

address the public health issues

related to HIV/AIDS through a series

of small group discussions, activities

and a mock fluid exchange

SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiol-

ogy: 15; Biology: 1, 8; Genetics: 7, 9, 11;

Health: 1, 5, 12, 22

DNA Fingerprinting Lab

DISCIPLINE: Life Science

Students focus on genetic diversity and use contemporary

techniques in molecular biology to isolate DNA from their

cheek cells, use polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to amplify

a highly variable region of chromosome one and employ gel

electrophoresis to analyze samples.

SCIENCE: Biology: 1, 7, 8; Genetics: 3, 7, 8, 9; Forensic Science:

2, 4, 5

Sickle-Cell Anemia: Tracking Down

an Inherited TraitDISCIPLINE: Life Science

The molecular basis of this hereditary disease is the main focus

as students use electrophoresis to analyze differences in the nor-

mal and sickle-cell hemoglobin at the protein and DNA levels.

Microscopy of fresh blood smears allows students to observe

phenotypic differences between normal and sickle red blood

cells and provides an opportunity to see cells sickle in real time.

SCIENCE: Human Anatomy and Physiology: 9; Biology: 1, 7, 8;

Genetics: 2, 5, 6, 7, 8

GENEius is supported by McWane Science Center; UAB Center for Community Outreach Development (CORD); Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI); Na-

tional Science Foundation (NSF); National Institutes of Health (NIH); UAB Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center; BioRad Scientific; Olympus Microscope; Brinkmann

Instruments; Fisher Scientific; and Scientific Stores.

Grades 9-12

GENE-IUS LABGENEius 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 Science Center exhibits and programs throughout the day.

Design Challenge: SurvivorDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceStudent engineering teams have been deserted on an island. Oh, no! Their survival depends on innovation and ingenuity and what they can make with a given a set of supplies!NSES: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Science and Technology

Nanotechnology: BIG science… small scaleDISCIPLINE: Physical Science, TechnologyExplore the science of the extremely tiny! Advances in nanotechnology have impact in the scientific world and in the world of the consumer…. US! Find out how you are benefitting (or not) from this emerging technology and what its future may hold.NSES: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Science and Technology, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives; History and Nature of Science Standards

Anatomy Lab: SquidDISCIPLINE: Life ScienceDive into this dissection program to examine the external and internal anatomy of squid. Examine some of the unique features that have allowed squid to adapt and thrive in their habitat.SCIENCE: Biology: 5, 11, 12; Zoology: 1, 3

Robotics LabDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceThink your students are too old to play with LEGOs®? Think again! Let your students express their inner child in this interactive program using LEGO® MINDSTORMS® robots. They will learn techniques used in the real world of science, engineering and design.NSES: Science as Inquiry, Science and TechnologyProgram is 90 minutes long.

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Science Education Partnership Sponsored by

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 at least 100 people for a private event. If you have a smaller group please visit our website, www.mcwane.org, for a list of available dates.

Let us help you customize an Overnight Adventure for your group! For more infor-mation or to make a reservation, call (205) 714-8489, email jpace@mcwane.org or visit www.mcwane.org.

• IMAX Dome Theater film• Admission to Exhibit Halls• Science program• Dinner Late night snack Breakfast• Same-day or next-day admission to

the Exhibit Halls• McWane Science Center Patch

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: Minimum 100 participantsShared dates are available for smaller groups

FEE: $40 for Kids $20 for Adults$10 Overnight Adventures T-shirt

If you plan to attend the evening’s activities, but not stay overnight, full Overnight Adventure pricing is still applied. No discounts or coupons apply.

PACKAGES INCLUDE

OVERNIGHT ADVENTURES

Celebrate Science

n Each participating class will receive two free field trips to McWane Science Center including the “Celebrate Science” awards ceremony.

n Initial funding for supplies provided.

n Learn about exhibit design from McWane Sci-ence Center professionals.

n Your students will enjoy a classroom visit by McWane Science Center staff to discuss your project.

n The winning prototype will be displayed at McWane Science Center.

McWane Science Center invites you and your class to participate in an exciting opportunity for the 2014 – 2015 school year. As a class project, design an exhibit for McWane Science Center and win cash prizes for your classroom! This creative, cross-curricular project incorporates science, math, writing and technology.

Attention all 3rd-5th Grade Teachers!

SPONSORED BY

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*Deadline to apply is September 12

For more information, contact Kathy Fournier, Vice President of Education, (205) 714-8254kfournier@mcwane.org

OutreachCan’t come to us? Then we will bring our adventures in science to you! McWane Science Center’s Outreach specialists offer a variety of exciting, standards-based, hands-on science activities and presentations for school assemblies and classroom programs. Please register at least 30 days in advance.

Liquid LabDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: K-1PROGRAM: ClassroomWhat is a liquid? How does it differ from a solid or gas? Students explore the properties of liquids, including cohesion and density.SCIENCE: K: 1, 7; Grade 1: 1, 2

Super Science Show DISCIPLINE: Physical Science, ChemistryGRADES: 2–8PROGRAM: Assembly ONLYStep right up for our science circus assembly show! Explore the wonders of liquid nitrogen, the power of explosions and the shocking world of electricity.SCIENCE: Grade 2: 1; Grade 3: 2; Grade 5: 1; Grade 8: 11

Enlightening ElectricityDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: 2–6PROGRAM: ClassroomWhat’s the difference between a conductor and an insulator? How does a circuit work? Students will learn the difference between static and current electricity and so much more.SCIENCE: Grade 4: 1; Grade5: 4

Not So Simple Machines DISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: 3–6 PROGRAM: ClassroomStudents will become design and construction crews as they build mechanical models to address an engineering challenge. They will test their problem-solving skills as they work their way through the engineering process. SCIENCE: Grade 3: 4, 5; Grade 4: 4; Grade 5: 4

Rocks & MineralsDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space ScienceGRADES: 3-6PROGRAM: ClassroomSmell, scratch and even taste! Aspiring geologists will perform various tests to identify minerals and classify rocks.SCIENCE: Grade 3: 11; Grade 6: 2

Reactions in ActionDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: 3–8PROGRAM: ClassroomStudents will get fired up about science as we explore combustion and dazzle them with color-changing liquids. Fascinating experiments teach students all about chemical changes in matter!SCIENCE: Grade 3: 2; Grade 5: 1; Grade 8: 7

Really Cool ScienceDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: 3–8PROGRAM: ClassroomChill out with some really cool solids, liquids and gases, and witness amazing transformations as objects are subjected to temperature extremes.SCIENCE: Grade 3: 2; Grade 5: 4; Grade 8: 7

Green EnergyGRADES: 5-12DISCIPLINE: Environmental ScienceStudents will explore renewable ways to create electricity using Snap Circuit Green Energy kits. These hands-on science activities will allow your students to experiment with the power of solar, wind and hydroelectric energy.SCIENCE: Grade 5: 4; Grade 6: 3; Grade 8: 11Earth& Space 2, Environmental Science: 2,3,4, Physical Science

Light Bright!DISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: Pre-K–KPROGRAM: ClassroomYoung scientists will investigate the phenomenon of light and shadow. Students will also experiment with the effects of illumina-tion on shadows and become artists of light.APKS: 3.1, 3.5, 4.2SCIENCE: K: 2, 7

Dinosaur DetectivesDISCIPLINE: Earth and Space ScienceGRADES: PreK-KPROGRAM: ClassroomYou'll be the paleontologist as we uncover clues about what some of our favorite dinosaurs ate and how they lived.APKS: 2.2, 2.5, 4.2SCIENCE: K: 6

Marvels of MagnetsDISCIPLINE: Physical ScienceGRADES: Pre-K-KPROGRAM: ClassroomWhat’s the big attraction to magnets? Why are some magnets stronger than others? Learn about electromagnets and more!APKS: 1.6, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4SCIENCE: K: 4, 5

Amazing AnimalsDISCIPLINE: Life Science GRADES: Pre-K–8PROGRAM: ClassroomBring our animals into your classroom! We will discuss each animal in terms of where it is from, what it eats and how it is adapted to its environment. We will observe what they all have in common and what makes them different.APKS: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5SCIENCE: K: 6; Grade 1: 4; Grade 2: 6; Grade 4: 5, 6; Grade 7: 1, 6

PRICING

n 1 Classroom Program: $125; maximum 30 students

n Each Additional Classroom Program: $100;

(must be the same program and be on the same day for discount to apply)

n1 Assembly Program:$250; maximum 150 students

nEach Additional Assembly Program: $200

(must be the same program and be on the same day for discount to apply)

nLibraries /Community Programs:

$100; groups of 30 or less

nLibraries /Community Programs:

$150; groups of 31 or more

nMileage: $.51/mile for all Alabama counties

outside Jefferson and Shelby Counties

n This program requires an indoor space with at least 14 feet in height and 22 feet in diameternAccess to two 3-prong electrical outlets nMaximum of 30 students

DISCIPLINE: Earth and Space ScienceGRADES: 1-8PROGRAM: Classroom

Walk out of your classroom and into outer space! You and your students will enter our inflatable planetarium and fly through the solar system as we explore what makes each planet special and meet some of the other objects that make up our universe. SCIENCE: Grade 1: 11; Grade 2: 11; Grade 3: 14; Grade 4: 10; Grade 5: 11; Grade 6: 10, 11

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*On the day of a scheduled outreach program for 30 attendees or less, if you have more than 30 attendees present,

McWane Science Center reserves the right to charge an additional $50.00.

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Science is all around us. To help you further expose your students to the wonders of everyday science, here are some simple experiments you can easily conduct in your classroom with a minimal amount of materials and prep time.

Activities

COFFEE FOSSILS

n MATERIALS: 1 cup each of flour and coffee grounds (used or

unused), ½ cup each of salt and water, shells, pasta or other items

to make impressions.

nMETHOD: Combine coffee, flour, salt and water in a bowl. (Add

water slowly.) Stir and mix well. Shape the mixture into “patties.“

Use shells or other materials to make an imprint, or use pieces

of pasta to represent the bones of a dinosaur. Allow them to dry

overnight.

nTHE SCIENCE: The word Fossil comes from the Latin fossils meaning

‘dug up’. They are defined as the remains or traces of plants or

animals that lived a long time ago. Fossils are usually preserved in

sedimentary rocks such as sandstones, shale or limestone.

nCHALLENGE: How are fossils formed? What common types of

plants and animals are found as fossils?

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n MATERIALS: 2 strips of paper (cut one strip 1 inch wide and 5 inches long, cut the second strip 1 inch wide and 10 inches long), ruler, scissor, pencil, non-bendable, plastic drinking straw, tapenMETHOD: Curl the paper strip into a hoop, taping the ends together. Tape the small hoop to one end of the straw, and the big hoop to the other end, making sure they are lined up together. Hold your Hoop Glider in the middle of the straw, with the small hoop in front and throw it gently like a paper airplane.nTHE SCIENCE: If you throw a plain straw, it doesn’t go very far. But when you add paper hoops, the straw glides through the air. That’s because the hoops act like wings. Things that fly—like insects, birds, and airplanes—all have wings.nCHALLENGE: Try changing the size of the hoops on your glider. How does it fly with different sized hoops? Why?

HOOP GLIDERS

n MATERIALS: Zipper type bag (sandwich size), water,

sharpened pencil

nMETHOD: Fill the zipper type bag 2/3rd full with water and seal

the bag. Carefully, yet firmly and quickly, poke a sharpened pencil

all the way through the bag so it protrudes from both sides of the

bag.

nTHE SCIENCE: Plastic bags are made of long chains of polymers

(picture a bowl of cooked spaghetti before you add sauce). When

you poke the pencil in the bag you are moving those strands a

part. The elasticity of the bag pushes the strands back along the

sides of the pencil, sealing the bag and keeping the water inside.

When the pencil is removed, the strands will not completely return

to their original position and the water will flow out of the holes.

nCHALLENGE: Ask the students to predict what will

happen before you stick the pencil into the bag.

What if you used different brands or sizes of zipper

type bags? Different types of pencils? Different

volumes of water?

AMAZING POLYMERS

n MATERIALS: Clear drinking cup (glass or plastic) or empty (16oz or 20oz) water bottle, Sprite, raisinsnMETHOD: Pour the Sprite into the empty container. Add 5-6 raisins and observe.nTHE SCIENCE: The raisins provide a lot of surface area, especially in the wrinkles, for the carbon dioxide (CO2) bubbles to attach. This gas is lighter than the liquid and so the raisins rise to the top. Once at the top the CO2 gas bubble breaks and the raisins sink back down to the bottom.nCHALLENGE: Make observations and ask for predictions as to why the raisins are “dancing”. Where else do you find CO2? Why do the raisins rise when they have gas bubbles attached but sink when the bubble breaks at the surface? Would this work if the sprite sat out overnight?

DANCIN' RAISINS

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Learn more about new films, teacher workshops, new exhibits and other exciting events this school year at McWane Science Center on www.mcwane.org

ENGINEERING SHOWCASE

DR. SEUSS'S BIRTHDAY

BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK

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AT MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER

TEACHER'S NIGHT OUTTuesday, October 75:00 — 8:00 pm

FREE FOR TEACHERS

Explore the Adventure Halls, see an IMAX film, enjoy refreshments and enter to win great door prizes, including a

one year family membership to McWane Science Center!RSVP at (205) 714-8414 by Thursday September 25

Facil ity CLOSED for Genera l Maintenance September 2 - 9Teacher's Night Out October 7 Earth Science Week October 12-18Nationa l Chemistry Week October 19-25Mole Day October 23Jerusa lem IMAX Closes November 26Magic of Model Trains November 22 - January 11Winter Wonderland Exhibit November 22 - January 11Santa Vs. The Snowman IMAX November 28 — December 31To the Arctic IMAX Closes January 8Mysteries of the Unseen World IMAX Opens January 9Engineering Showca se February 25Deep Sea Cha llenge Opens MarchIsland of Lemurs: Madaga scar IMAX Closes MarchDr. Seuss’s Birthday Celebration March 1Pi Day/Einstein's Birthday March 14Spring Break/Brain Awareness Week March 30 — April 3Week of the Young Child April 12 - 18

ENGINEERING SHOWCASE

DR. SEUSS'S BIRTHDAY

BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK

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