Homeschool Days
The Works exhibit gallery and educational programs provide unique resources for homeschooling families. Attend our monthly Homeschool Day to explore The Works in the company of our homeschooling families). Families explore The Works museum and participate in a special hands-on activity led by an experienced educator.
Sign up for our e-newsletter and identify yourself as a homeschooling family to receive monthly information about homeschool days.
Winter 2009-2010 Schedule
| Wednesday, March 24, 2010 |
Circuit Play Hook up batteries and wires to power light bulbs,
motors, and more. Discover the difference between a series circuit and a
parallel circuit. Already know the basics? Then you're ready to
tackle the Ultimate Circuit Challenge. |
| Tuesday, April 20, 2010 |
Sound Sandwich Learn about sound and vibration as you make your own wind instrument. Then apply just a little lung power to create silly sounds! |
| Wednesday, May 19, 2010 |
Egg Drop Challenge Can you design a contraption to help an egg survive a three-story fall? Put your ideas in action by building an egg protector - then dropping your egg out the window! |
Time
The museum will be open from 10 am - 4 pm and the educational activity will be ongoing from 10 am – noon and from 1 pm – 3:30 pm. The activities range in length from about 15 - 45 minutes and most families enjoy staying for about 1 hour in the museum.
Admission
$5.00 per person for ages 3 & up or max of $20 per family. Free to members of The Works, but other discounts or coupons do not apply. Admission price includes museum exploration and activity. No pre-registration required.
Ages
The activity is designed for parents and children ages 5 & up (younger siblings are also welcome to come for the museum exploration).
More Options for Homeschoolers
- Visit The Works during regular public hours. Enjoy family activities every Saturday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m.
- Schedule a group visit or workshop for your homeschool group or cooperative of 15 or more children. We are happy to customize a group visit for a wider age range, special learning styles or curriculum preferences.
- Schedule a custom series of classes based on the summer camp curricula for your homeschool group (of 8 or more) during the school year.
- Volunteer at The Works: We offer service learning opportunities for home schooled teens ages 14 and older and for families with children ages 12 and older.
The Works, 5701 Normandale Road, Ste. 303, Edina, Minnesota 55424 [map] Phone: (952) 848-4848
| Receive our newsletter: |
