Homeschool, ages 8-11: Machines that Fly

Look up in the night sky and you see that satellites abound. But how did we get here? In this course, we will trace the history of flying contraptions from their earliest days to our modern spacebound times. Learn principles of flight and practice your engineering skills in Machines that Fly!

This course meets on six Thursdays, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8 (4/15* inclement weather make-up date)

Montshire Museum of Science offers unique courses to enrich your family’s homeschool curriculum with opportunities for inquiry-based science learning. Our small class sizes ensure quality, tailored educational experiences in a classroom setting for each homeschool student. Students engage in the scientific process, develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills, and learn to work together with peers. Montshire Homeschool courses include hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, math and the arts aligned to Vermont Education Quality Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.

6-week course cost:
Member: $180
Non-Member: $200
Warm Welcome: $100