Educational Programs Grades 1-3

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Art and Architecture of Ancient Egypt
Examine the structure and design of the great pyramids. Look into the heart of an Egyptian temple and discover the principle of symmetry in ancient Egyptian architecture. Work in teams to raise a model obelisk and discuss the essential role of the "Canon of Proportions" in Egyptian painting and sculpture. Explore the basic foundations of the art of this fascinating ancient culture as you learn how to "Walk Like an Egyptian."
WMAS: Math D.4.3; 4; Social Studies A4.2, 4,5; Language Arts C4.2, 3
Beginnings: Life in Milwaukee
Learn how Milwaukee was started and how people lived and shopped during the late 1800's as we tour the Streets of Old Milwaukee exhibit. Look through the windows of actual homes and businesses that once lined our city streets to discover what people wore and the tools that were used.
WMAS: Social Studies A4.4, 7, 8; B4.1, 4.8; D4.3, 6,7; E4.4.12, Language Arts C4.2, 3
Dinosaurs
Handle real dinosaur fossils and investigate the evidence behind dinosaur extinction. Help form a human timeline to compare the time-span of the dominance of dinosaurs on Earth and the emergence of the first humans. Examine the tools of a real paleontologist and learn how to distinguish fossils from bones, carnivores from herbivores, and test your dinosaur recognition skills with the Museum's legendary "Dinosaur Challenge."
WMAS: Science B.4.3; C.4.5; F4.1, 2, 3, Language Arts C4.2, 3
Mummies
Follow details of ancient Egyptian mummification by using a life-size model. Examine the context, origins and refinement of this ancient procedure, identifying the general concepts of the afterlife in ancient Egypt. Participate in the step-by-step process of mummification, including organ removal, use of canopic jars and the process for wrapping, adorning, and entombing the pharaohs and other royalty of ancient Egypt, and get up close and personal with Djed-Hor, one of the museum's authentic Egyptian mummies.
WMAS: Social Studies A.4.4; B.4.1, 3; E.4.5, 8,11, Language Arts C4.2, 3
Stories of the Skies
Learn about our solar system through a hands-on activity examining planet order and size relation. Groups will venture through Egypt, Asia and the Native American exhibits to hear cultural stories of constellations and the night sky. Add a Planetarium show to maximize this educational opportunity.
WMAS: Science E.4.3; Social Studies B4.1; B4.3, Language Arts C4.2, 3