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Program
: The audience hears captivating tales of the season's
constellations drawn from a variety of cultural myths and legends. They'll learn
how to easily spot these constellations and will even get the opportunity to role-play
characters as we journey through the night sky! Grade Level :
2nd-5th Program Length : 60 minutes (40 to 45 min. presentation
+ 15 min. activity) In general, seasonal programs will include :
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| The Myth of the Bears | The
Legend of Hercules and the Lion & The Summer Triangle |
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| The Tale of Andromeda and Perseus | The
Myth of Orion | Activity Options :
Starscope
After selecting the constellation of their choice, children
construct their own home-made "planetarium" tube.
Starfinder
Students are introduced to how a starfinder/planisphere
works and help build one of their own. Night
Sky Tour An outside review of major constellations
and stellar navigation (weather permitting). Post-Visit Activities
: Constellation Detective Heroes of the Sky Note
: This program may be modified to emphasize the myths and legends of
particular cultures including Greek & Roman, Egyptian, Native American, Mayan,
Chinese, etc. Program Cost : $295.00 for up to 100 participants
Please inquire for larger audience sizes. Multi-program discounts available. Material
fees apply. A roundtrip fuel surcharge
of $10 per 25 miles beyond Gilbert, AZ will be added. National
Science Standards addressed : A, B, D, G (view
standards) Arizona
Science Standards addressed : 5.3 (predictable motion and changes of the Sun,
Moon, and stars) |