Program : In 1609, Galileo revolutionized our perception of the universe with his observations of the sky. Students will re-live his experience as they help the great scientist with his ground-breaking discoveries, learning about fundamentals of the scientific method along the way. Students are then introduced to modern achievements using advanced telescopes with particular attention on the Hubble Telescope. This program includes interactive presentation, historical characterization, and multimedia sequences.

Grade Level : 4th-6th

Program Length : 60 minutes (35 to 40 min. presentation / 20-25 min activity)

Activity Options :

Mapping the Invisible Universe
A series of exercises help students understand how images of celestial objects beyond the visible spectrum are created and used.

Smudge Art
Students are taught how to recreate beautiful nebulae images with ink and chalk.

Suggested Workshop Add-on :

Refraction in Action
25 to 30 minutes, students learn about the focal length of lenses as they are challenged to build a refraction device.

Post-Visit Activities :
The Universe in a Different Light
Seeing Through Alien Eyes

Note :
This program may be modified to emphasize different areas of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Program Cost : $295.00 for up to 100 participants
Please inquire for larger audience sizes. Multi-program discounts available. Material fees apply.
Effective 1/1/08, a fuel surcharge of $10 per 25 miles beyond Waterown, CT will be added.

National Science Standards addressed : A, B, D, E, G (view standards)

Connecticut Science Standards addressed : 5.4 (development of optical technologies)