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Beyond the Classroom programs were developed to maintain an interest in learning outside of the classroom and more formal educational settings. Whether it’s a special treat for an after-school group, a birthday party or a unique learning experience for a scout troop meeting, the Scotia-Glenville Children's Museum can bring the same high-quality instruction to leisure and recreation-based time that it is known for bringing to the classroom. Beyond the Classroom offers a mix of some of our most popular science-based programs that enhance formal classroom learning objectives, but with an emphasis on interactive, discovery-based methods of teaching. Also available are art-based programs that provide materials, instructions and encouragement to foster self-esteem, creative expression and skill-building in young artists. Click here for brochure with full program details LIFE & SOCIAL SCIENCE PROGRAMS *Beautiful Butterflies: Learn about the characteristics of insects and life cycle of the butterfly. Children will participate in a hands-on activity using what they have learned. Fantastic Colored Lizards: Learn about lizards, see colorful wooden lizards handmade by Zapotec Indians, and make a brightly colored lizard to keep. Mysterious Bats: Learn about these fascinating creatures through songs, sounds and hands-on artifacts. *Backyard Bugs: Come with us on a bug adventure to explore the world of insects. Make a bug catcher for future exciting outdoor activity. Character Puppets: Focus on feelings, personalities, and emotions. Each participant makes a soft faced puppet conveying an emotion determined by each child’s choice. *What’s the Matter? : Investigate the properties of solids, liquids, and gases through experiments and discover the secret “Mystery Matter”. *What’s the Scoop? : Learn about ice cream, and top it off with the hands-on experience of making it. Fantastic Beings : Children will write and illustrate tales about their own fabulous characters that will come alive from their imagination on the "WANTED" poster they create. *Sand Cards: Create your own unique greeting cards with glue, paint and sand, then make an envelope to match. Cooperative Games: With a focus on challenge rather than competition, children grasp the concept of teamwork and cooperation and enjoy a session of new and favorite activities. *Clay Pictures: Design and create an amazing two-dimensional scene with eight colors of clay. *The Giving Basket: Construct a chenille stem basket that holds well-wishes and kindness, meant to be given away to someone in need of compassion. This is a wonderful activity for scouts and service-project groups. JUST FOR FUN Let's Make Bubbles: We bring a variety of bubble-makers and everything it takes to fill the air with shimmering spheres of every imaginable size. Program must be held outdoors. Beads Galore: What can you do with beads galore? Make people, animals, or jewelry! Children catch on fast and adults can’t resist trying their own designs. A great after- school program. Quilts of Gee's Bend: Quilts from Gee's Bend, Alabama, are famous for their beauty. Quilters used scraps of cloth from old clothes and cotton sacks to make quilts that have been displayed in museums. Make your own quilt using scraps of paper. Marvelous Masks: When you make a mask you create a marvelous character with your imagination. Decorate with markers, feathers, felt and pom-poms. Clothespin Creations: Create animals, people and all kinds of things from clothespins! Great fun for the end of the school day. * program available for birthday parties SCHEDULING & PRICING Beyond the Classroom programs are offered for $90.00, plus a minimal mileage fee based on proximity to the museum office in Scotia, NY. Program fees cover the costs of the teacher and all materials. Group size limits and age ranges vary. Please refer to the full brochure for class size limits and age ranges for each program. Programs are offered throughout the school year Monday-Friday from 3:00-5:00pm. Saturdays are subject to availability throughout the year. Ready to book a program? Click here for a scheduling request form |
Beyond the Classroom
The Scotia-Glenville
Children's Museum
Children's Museum
Photo credit: Mary Frances Millet
| NEW! Dutch Trade Beads drop-in activity. Ideal for large groups and community gatherings! |
