Science fun is available from the Florida Museum for our community! The Science Surprises program is available either virtually or as an in-person presentation for schools, homeschool groups or community organizations.
Do the full Physics in Nature four-part series or pick individual topics. Each session begins with an interactive demonstration of a scientific concept, followed by hands-on, inquiry-based activities that they can take home to share with their families.
Florida Natural History:
- Butterflies and Moths
- Reptiles and Amphibians
- Birds
- Fossils
Engineering Scientist Tools:
- Build a Pooter!
- Build a Flashlight!
- Build an Anemometer!
- Design a Snake Catcher!
Physics in Nature:
- Sound
- Air
- Light
- Forces
New series topics are available upon request, to learn more about our new series (Florida Natural History, Engineering Scientist Tools) please contact: outreach@floridamuseum.ufl.edu
Program Details:
- Science Surprises is offered to schools, homeschool groups and community organizations in Alachua County only
- $125 for one session, $420 for 4-part series
- Individual sessions can be from 30min to an hour long with themed science investigations led by Florida Museum educators and include activities for each participant to make and take home
- Sessions are available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- The program is available in-person OR virtually via Zoom
- All sessions are limited to 20 participants
- The activities are designed for children in grades K–6
- Presentations can be offered in Spanish
- Financial support is available for qualifying organizations thanks to the Children’s Trust of Alachua County; please contact outreach@floridamuseum.ufl.edu for more information
Registration
Pre-registration is required and 3 weeks notice is preferred.
Register for a Science Surprise
Questions?
Contact Alberto López, our Youth Outreach Coordinator, at outreach@floridamuseum.ufl.edu or 352-294-6950.