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Angeles - Exciting explorations, distinctive
discoveries and wild wonders await children and
families this summer at the California Science
Center's Hands-on Science Camp. Classes begin
June 24 and continue through August 23, featuring
morning, afternoon and full day classes, with
an extended day program available for 1st through
8th grade campers. Learners of all ages will
find science in everyday places, some obvious,
others less expected. Here is a sampling:
Destination:
Catalina! offers families a weekend
expedition to Catalina Island. Scientists
from the Science Center and Ocean Institute
lead the activities and the adventure includes
snorkeling, hiking and fishing (catch-and-release)
from the shore. (Family Program)
Science
Matters teaches the three states
of matter - solids, liquids and gases - through
fun, exciting and sometimes messy hands-on
activities. Designed for one preschool through
kindergarten child and one parent or "big
buddy." (Preschool/Kindergarten)
Creepy
Critters introduces students to creatures
that slither, buzz and jump their way through
life, including spiders, snakes, cockroaches
and other fascinating animals. (1st & 2nd
Grade)
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Stars,
Planets & Rockets explores the
new Air and Space Gallery at the Science
Center to find out more about the atmosphere,
geology and movement of Earth, the Moon and
neighboring planets. Students learn about
space travel, then build and launch their
own model rocket. (3rd & 4th Grade)
Living
in Space examines the problems faced
by NASA scientists and astronauts trying
to create a livable environment in space.
This class is taught by the Science Center's
aerospace curator, a physiologist and staff
educators. (5th & 6th Grade)
Masters
of Science reveals the lives and
ideas of famous scientists from ancient to
modern times. Students will learn about the
world-changing experiments of scientists
like Galileo and Newton, then recreate their
classic experiments. (7th & 8th Grade)
This
year's lineup also includes a 2-week, full-day
intensive program for high school students, 9th
through 12th grade - the Young Curator
Institute. Team-taught by Science Center
professionals, Young Curators will explore an
idea in physical science and build an exhibit
prototype to test and display at the Science
Center. The Institute offers a wonderful introduction
to skills necessary for presenting science concepts
to a general audience. Perfect for students interested
in a career in museums or science education,
and for creative young adults who enjoy science,
design and building.
Create
a schedule to suit the family's summer hours.
Course fees vary depending on the activity. Science
Center members receive a discount rate. Phone
the Hands-on Science Camp Hotline at 213.744-7440
for a free brochure, or visit our website at
www.casciencectr.org/camp for a complete list
of course offerings.
Note
to Editors: The California Science
Center and IMAX Theater are located in historic
Exposition Park just west of the Harbor 110
Freeway at 700 State Drive, Los Angeles.
Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except
on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's
Day. Admission to the exhibits is free. For
recorded information, including IMAX show
times, phone 323.SCIENCE (323.724-3623).
IMAX ticket prices range from $4.25 to $7.
For advance ticket purchases, group rates,
or to make free reservations for any visiting
group of 15 or more (required), call 213.744-2019.
Parking is available in the guest lot at
Figueroa and 39th Street at $6 per car, $10
for buses or oversized vehicles. Both the
Science Center and IMAX Theater are wheelchair
accessible. For further information, please
visit our website at www.casciencectr.org.
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