Grades PreK-K

What happens when a triangle gets tired of only having three sides and angles? In this storytime program, we’ll practice counting and sequencing numbers 3-10, as well as identifying some familiar shapes and discovering new shapes together. We’ll also create geometric works of art to bring home!

North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – NCES K.P.2.2; NCES.1.E.1

Grades K-2

What will the weather be like today? Get weather-wise in this program as we investigate weather patterns, explore daily and seasonal changes, and learn how meteorologists use weather-measuring instruments.

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: K.E.1; 2.E.1

This program is available in the auditorium.

Grades 4-6

Get exposed to the elements as we measure and mix to see and feel the differences between physical and chemical changes. Sharpen your observation skills and practice lab safety while we test chemical reactions to create fizzing, bubbling, and colorful concoctions.

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: 3.P.2.3; 4.P.2; 5.P.2.3

Grades PreK-1

How does light affect the world around us? Explore the characteristics of light and shadow by listening to a story about shadows, creating shadow puppets and experimenting with light.  

North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development – LDC-1,3,8,11; CD-1,2,3; APL-1,2,3,5,6

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – NCES K.P.2.2; NCES.1.E.1

Grades K-3

Solids, liquids and gases will be easy to identify after this exciting program. Students will take part in various station activities to learn the characteristics and reasons for changes in states of matter. Vocabulary builders and observational skills will be taught as we melt, sort, and balance our way through the states of matter.

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: K.P.2; 1.E.2; 2.P.2; 3.P.2.2

Grades K-6+

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of geology at Vulcan Materials Company’s working quarry! Led by Kaleideum educators, students can view the quarry up close, and learn about the products mined here and the uses of these materials in everyday life. The Joseph A. Gutierrez Geology and Earth Science Museum at Vulcan also houses a large collection of gems and minerals, so students can dig deeper into the basic components of Earth’s building blocks.
This program is fully sponsored by Vulcan Materials Company. Groups are encouraged to visit Kaleideum free of charge on the same day as their Geology at Work program.

North Carolina Standard Course of Study –
Science: K.P.2; 1.E.2; 4.P.2; 4.E.2; 6.E.2

Grades K-2

Meet some of our animal ambassadors! We’ll explore the differences in animal groups by examining fur, feathers, and scales, and observe the unique characteristics of some of our favorite critters. In this exciting hands-on program, you’ll have the opportunity to become an animal detective and decipher the life cycles of some common animals.

North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development – APL-1; APL-2; ESD-5; LDC-2; LDC-3; CD-14; CD-15

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: K.L.1; 1.L.1; 2.L.1

Grade 1

Explore magnets and magnetic fields in this engaging hands-on program. A variety of station activities will allow students to examine properties of magnets and their ability to move objects without touching them.

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: 1.P.1

Grades 3-6

Experience the wonders of chemistry, physics, and biology all in one program! Get blown away by the forces of chemical concoctions, be shocked with an amazing look at electricity, and meet one of our resident animals. Caution: we’ll start things off with a bang!

North Carolina Standard Course of Study – Science: 3.P.2; 3.P.3; 4.P.3; 4.L.1; 6.P.2

Grades K-2

Meet some of our animal ambassadors! We’ll explore the differences in animal groups by examining fur, feathers, and scales, and observe the unique characteristics of some of our favorite critters. In this exciting hands-on program, you’ll have the opportunity to become an animal detective and decipher the life cycles of some common animals.

• Program starts at 1:30 pm.

• Programs are limited to 20 students.

• Register by emailing scheduling@kaleideum.org or calling (336) 787-6730

All Ages

Our home is your homeschool, too! Homeschool students and teachers are invited to visit Reynolda for science-, art-, and history-based learning. Kaleideum’s science educators will offer hands-on learning in Reynolda’s outdoor spaces. Learn about the ecosystem of Lake Katherine and the animals and plants native to the area; then make vegetable prints in the gardens. Participants are welcome to self-tour the museum while learning about the place and having conversations about the art. Download our free app, Reynolda Revealed, for more Reynolda stories before, during, and after your visit. Activities will take place primarily outdoors, weather permitting.

• Activities available 10 am-Noon and 1-3 pm. Reynolda House Museum of American Art is open 9:30 am-4:30 pm.

• $10 per student ages 5-15 (Museum members or Friends of Reynolda Gardens at the Dual/Family level receive a 20 percent discount)

• One adult free per student ticket. Additional adults visiting the museum pay general admission (payable at time of visit; library passes and other free categories apply).

• Pre-registration required; contact Julia Hood at julia@reynolda.org with questions.