New Fall 2008--Scout Badge Programs
Girl Scouts
We are happy to announce Girl Scout badge workshops. Workshops can be scheduled for Tuesdays after 3pm or on Saturday mornings. Two weeks advance registration is required. Junior and Brownie workshops are two hours in length and have a fee of $5/girl. Daisy workshops are 1.5 hours in length and have a fee of $4/girl. Workshops must have a minimum of eight girls and a maximum of 20 girls. The workshop will meet badge requirement but the badge will not be provided. Snacks are included.
Troop leaders may contact the Orpheum Children’s Science Museum by phone, 217-352-5895, or by email, elaine.orpheum@gmail.com, or stop in at the museum in person to schedule these workshops for their troops.
JuniorsScience Discovery
Spend time exploring the museum, learning water tricks, and acting like a scientist.
Science SleuthSome of the activities we’ll be doing include exploring simple machines in our medieval castle and dusting for fingerprints to find out about our genes.
Oil UpHow do oil spills affect wildlife? Where can you find oil around the world? How do you clean up an oil spill? We have some answers!
BROWNIESAmazing Animals
Learn about the way animals move, the sounds they make, and how to care for your own pets.
Building ArtTest materials and structures to find out which designs are ideal for bridges and buildings.
Science in ActionExplore light and color in a scientific way, have some fun with chemistry, and discover technology.
DAISIESConsiderate and Caring
Being considerate and caring to your pets is very important. Learn about some of your favorite pets and how you can have fun with your pets.
Use Resources WiselyLearn ways to make the best use of materials and reduce the amount of garbage you throw away.
Make the World a Better PlaceExplore recycling at the Orpheum Children’s Science Museum and find out how you can make the world a better place.
