Need to educate and entertain a large group? Our Outreach Assembly Programs feature the best and most exciting experiments coupled with investigation and explanation to make a presentation that stimulates the eyes and the mind!
Grades: K - 8
Length: 45 minutes
Cost: $150 for up to 100 students; $100 for each additional show
Additional mileage charges may apply.
Liquid Nitrogen
Watch students excitement go up as the temperature drops in this ultra-cold show. See the unbelievable reactions between matter and liquid nitrogen!
Illinois State Goals: 1AB, 4A, 5A, 7A, 11A, 12C, 13AB
Wild About Weather
Learn the fundamental science that drives our weather! See how air, water, and the sun interact to make rain, clouds, lightning, and much more!
Illinois State Goals: 1AB, 4A, 12CEF, 13AB
ZAP!
See lightning arc through the air as you charge up your science knowledge with hair-raising experiments about static electricity and electrical energy.
Illinois State Goals: 1AB, 4A, 5A, 7A, 11AB, 12CD, 13AB
Captivating Chemistry
Be amazed as chemical compounds are combined to produce light, color changes, big balls of slime, towers of foam, and even small explosions!
Illinois State Goals: 1AB, 4A, 5A, 7A, 11ABC, 12D, 13AB
The resistance created by an object against flow is called drag. The size and shape of an object determines the amount of drag. How might drag be an important consideration in the design of cars, ships, and airplanes? Learn more about drag in the Air and Flight exhibit.
