Spotlight Session: U.S. Constitution and Citizenship Day
Presented by National Museum of the Pacific War
Grades: 4-8
Cost: FREE
Date: September 17 (other dates/times available also)
Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CDT
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War as we celebrate September 7, 1787, with our Constitution Day/Citizenship Day presentation. This interactive program is designed to meet your Freedom Week education requirement. The lesson will provide participants with a snapshot of the three "Documents of Freedom," which are the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Students will also be reminded that with rights come duties or responsibilities. During this segment of the program, examples will be shared of how American citizens fulfilled their civic duty during WWII, from volunteering to serve at home or the military to rationing, and how these duties are still relevant today.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program.
Note: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.
Spotlight Session: Voces Latinas
Presented by Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Grades: 4-6
Cost: FREE
Date: September 24Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CDT
National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15
Learn about the life and art of Latino artists in the Carter's collection, whether you are celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month or learning about Latino culture any time of the year. Navigate through Latin America and across time as we explore the rich cultural influences in these artists’ work.
Fish Morphology: Form & Function
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: 4-7
Cost: FREE
Date: September 20
Times: 9:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. CDT
Did you know that the shape, forms, and structures of a fish can influence how it eats, hides, and swims? With real fish specimens and an aquarium tour, we will learn how a fish’s unique adaptations impact its behavior and lifestyle.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program.
Note: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.
Casas Grandes Pottery - Mexico
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 2-4
Cost: $75 (includes materials)
Dates: September 23 or 28
Times: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., or 1:00 p.m. CDT
National Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15 - October 15
Students are introduced to pre-Columbian pottery, history, and traditions through The Pot that Juan Built - a beautiful story of rhyming and repetition by author Nancy Andrews-Goebel. Students will investigate the ancient techniques and designs of the Casas Grandes people through a short video and examination of works from the museum's collection. Each student will sculpt and decorate a pot of their own using non-mess air-dry clay. Throughout the art project, students will review mathematical concepts, including three-dimensional forms, pattern, repetition, and positive/negative space.
Dia de los Muertos: The History Behind the Celebration
Presented by Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
Grades: Pre-K-12
Cost: $75
Dates: October 4, 13, or 25
Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m. CDT
Dia de los Muertos is a holiday celebrated by people of Mexican heritage honoring their relatives who have passed. From flowers to skeletons, we will dive into each element that plays a part in this important holiday. Join us as we explore the history behind this celebration of life and death.
Note: This program is available by request. Contact education@pphm.wtamu.edu to coordinate a different date/time that will meet your scheduling needs.
Animal Encounters: Owl Adaptations
Presented by Texas Wildlife Association
Grades: K-8
Cost: FREE
Date: October 13
Times: 9:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 2:00 p.m. CDT
The owl: nature’s nocturnal bird of prey. Accompanied by our live Eastern Screech Owl in the studio, we will learn about these interesting animals found around the globe and all across Texas. This program will examine the special adaptations that allow them to fly, hunt for prey, and survive in their environment. We will also play the calls of some common Texas owls that your students may hear in their own backyard.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days.
Note: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.
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