The American Museum of Science and Energy invites families to participate in AMSE Homeschool Programs, programs designed specifically with home schoolers' needs in mind. AMSE educators will lead student through interactive programs on a number of exciting topics.
Programs for Grades K - 2 ($6 non-members / $4 members)
- Programs for Grades K - 2 take place at 10:30 am and last approximately one hour.
- Classes are age appropriate and our K - 2 programs are not intended for children under the age of 5 years by Sept. 30, 2009.
9/18/2009
Butterfly Bonanza (FB) - Students will learn about butterfly anatomy, life cycle, habitats, and monarch migration. Microscopic examination, migration plotting, and a butterfly survival game are among the activities features in this program. Directions to Freels Bend Cabin.
10/9/2009
Measuring Weighs- Students will learn the how and why of measuring (standards). They will compare the weights of various materials, including sand, rice, and beans. They will also perform tasks related to estimation and sorting.
10/23/2009
You Are What You Eat - Students will learn about the digestive system with a 26-foot long intestine! The Food and Exercise Pyramid, vitamins and minerals, and other nutrients will be discussed. Students will see how much fat and sugar is contained in many foods. Good food choices will be discussed and students will get to make their own choices with artificial foods.
11/13/2009
Fun With Fossils - Learn about fossils and historical geology, identifying fossils in limestone hand specimens, and making a fossil mold.
12/11/2009
Through the Rainbow - The colors of the rainbow will be explored as well as the use of color to determine speed and direction of star movement. Students will also use chromatography to discover color combinations required to create other colors.
All classes take place at AMSE except classes denoted with (FB) which will take place at Freels Bend Cabin; directions below.
Programs for Grades 3 - 6 ($10 non-members / $7 members)
- Programs for Grades 3 - 6 take place at 12:30 pm pm and last approximately two hours.
9/18/2009
Habitat Hunters (FB) - Students will learn how to look for small animals, their signs, and their homes. Different habitats (fields, rock piles, trees, the ground, buildings, etc.) will be explored. Held at Freels Bend cabin during the spring, summer, and fall. Directions to Freels Bend Cabin.
10/9/2009
Chemistry - Through hands-on modeling techniques, students will learn about matter, atoms, elements, mixtures, and compounds.
10/23/2009
You Are What You Eat - Students will learn about the digestive system with a 26-foot long intestine! The Food and Exercise Pyramid, vitamins and minerals, and other nutrients will be discussed. Students will see how much fat and sugar is contained in many foods. Good food choices will be discussed and students will get to make their own choices with artificial foods.
11/13/2009
Fun With Fossils - Learn about fossils and historical geology, identifying fossils in limestone hand specimens, and making a fossil mold. In addition to these activities, the 2-hour program includes wet sifting of fossil-laden clay from a local site.
12/11/2009
Light and Sound - Explore reflections, shadows, and how light travels. Observe a demonstration of a laser. Investigate vibrations and explore how sound waves travel. Demonstration of a sound-level meter.
All classes take place at AMSE except classes denoted with (FB) which will take place at Freels Bend Cabin; directions below.
- Advance reservations of one week required. No last minute reservation will be accepted.
- Registrations are not confirmed until receipt of payment.
- Payment may be made by cash, check, or credit card. There is a $10 minimum for credit card purchases.
- All classes take place at AMSE except classes classes noted as being taken at Freels Bend Cabin(directions below).
- No refunds will be given to participants not attending on their scheduled date unless reservations are cancelled at least one week in advance.
- AMSE reserves the right to cancel a program in the event that a minimum capacity is not reached. In this event 100% of registration fees will be refunded.
- Program fees include fee for program and admission for one student and one adult into the American Museum of Science and Energy if the program is held at the museum. Any siblings accompanying the student and parent will have to pay regular admission into the museum.
DIRECTIONS TO FREELS BEND CABIN
From Knoxville
From I-140 take the Oak Ridge exit onto Pellissippi Parkway . Pellissippi Parkway will become Oak Ridge Highway . Cross the Solway Bridge ( Clinch River ). Take the Bethel Valley Road exit. At the traffic light turn left onto Pump House Road . Veer right at the gate (which will be open) and follow the road along the lake (1.1 miles). To the left you will see a gravel road with a rusty, yellow, bar gate and a small sign that says Science Explorers Camp. Wait for someone to unlock the gate. If you miss the gate, you will run into Clark Center Park in about a mile.
From Oak Ridge
From Illinois turn onto Scarboro Road . Cross Bethel Valley Road . Scarboro Road becomes Pump House Road . Veer right at the gate (which will be open) and follow the road along the lake (1.1 miles). To the left you will see a gravel road with a yellow, bar gate and a small sign that says Freels Bend Study Center (there will be a small sign that says Science Explorers Camp). Wait for someone to unlock the gate. If you miss the gate, you will run into Clark Center Park in about a mile.