We bring science programs to you! Please note that additional travel charges may apply.
Our Outreach Programs bring the excitement of science learning to you! Whether you are educating a small class or an entire school, we offer a wide variety of programs that meet the needs of your students and your curriculum!
To schedule a program, contact Christopher at outreach@discoverycentermuseum.org or 815-972-2843.
Get your brain and hands immersed in science with our Hands-On Classes! Whether you’re reviewing for a test or investigating for fun, our wide variety of classes will have every student excited about learning science and begging for more!
Grades: 1 – 8 Length: 60 minutes
Cost: $120 per class ($60 for each additional class of the same topic held on the same day at the same location)
30 participants maximum. Additional travel charges may apply
Slime & Chemistry
Measure, pour, and mix real chemicals to make blobs of slippery slime and more!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 7A, 11A, 12C, 13AB
Forensic Science
Examine evidence from a “crime scene” and figure out who the likely suspect is!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 5A, 11AB, 13A
Electric Circuits (add Com Ed logo)
Explore our Snap-Circuit Kits and design circuits that light bulbs, spin motors, and more!
Sponsored by ComEd
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 12C, 13A
Simple Machines A
Investigate the mechanical advantage of levers, inclined planes, wedges, and screws!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 7A, 11AB, 12D, 13AB
Simple Machines B
Investigate the mechanical advantage of pulleys, wheels and axles, and gears!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 7A, 11AB, 12D, 13AB
Magnetism
Learn basic magnetism, test magnetic and non-magnetic materials, and build an electromagnet!
Illinois State Goals: 4AB, 11AB, 12D, 13A
Invention Workshop
Put your engineering skills to the test as you invent a contraption to solve a tricky challenge!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 5A, 7A, 11AB, 13A
Roller Coasters**
Build a working model roller coaster and learn the relationship between potential and kinetic energy!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 12D, 13A
Rockets**
Construct and launch air-powered rockets and master aerodynamic stability!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 13A
Flight**
Cut, tape, and fold a squadron of various flying contraptions while learning the basics of flight!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 12D, 13A
Bridges
Design and build a marshmallow and toothpick bridge that can support the most weight!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 9A, 11AB, 12D, 13A
Towers
Gather your team and scramble to assemble the tallest and strongest Überstix tower you can!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 13A
Get your youngest learners started in science! Each class features activity stations that allow students to explore at their own pace while getting their hands on amazing materials that will stimulate their senses and excite their minds!
Grades: PreK – K Length: 45 minutes
Cost: $90 per class ($45 for each additional class of the same topic held on the same day at the same location)
20 participants maximum. Additional travel charges may apply
Buildings & Structures
Build up a giant tower, span the distance with a bridge, plan the layout of a city, and more!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11B, 13A, 19A
Light & Sound
Feel the thrum of a gong, listen to the sound tree, see a world full of rainbows, and more!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 12D, 26A
Solids & Liquids
Pour and swirl water through cups and tubes, float and sink objects, and feel some strange matter!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 11AB, 12C, 13A
Plants & Animals
Feel feathers, stamp out some animal tracks, dissect a flower, plant some seeds, and more!
Illinois State Goals: 4A, 12AB, 13A, 26B
** Special space requirement. Contact us for more details.
