FCAT Prep
The cost for this innovative program is only $4.00 per student, per lesson. The program is designed for the entire 5th or 8th grade and is taught to each class sequentially by day. Schools may customize their schedules upon request. This course consists of ten core lessons and one optional lesson on Plant and Animal Cells.
The Emerald Coast Science Center provides the instructors and all supplies and equipment. For schools in Okaloosa County, the Service Agreement is posted on the Okaloosa School District web site.
For schools located outside of Okaloosa County , the cost is $4.25 per student.
To get more details or sign up, call 850 664-1261 x 204 and ask for Barb Wolf
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5th Grade Curriculum
The Practice of Science & Characteristics of Scientific Knowledge
1. Scientific Method Laboratory
Earth’s Systems and Patterns
2. Water Cycle and types of precipitation
3. Weather Patterns and Climate
Properties of Matter
4. Mixtures and Solutions Lab
5. Physical and Chemical Properties and Changes in Matter
Forms of Energy
6. Forms of energy
7. Ways Energy Can Cause Motion and/or Change
Forces and Changes in Motion
8. Force and Motion Experiments
Diversity and Evolution of Living Things
9. How Birds Adapt to Their Changing Environment
Earth Structures
10. Earth’s Structure and Surface and How it Can Change
Optional: Plant and Animal Cells.
8th Grade Curriculum
The Scientific Method
1. Experimental Design and Data Analysis
Speed, velocity, and acceleration
2. Students measure speed, and acceleration and express data using graphs.
Simple Machines
3. Students experiment with the 6 simple machines and learn how they make work easier.
Forces
4. Students use push and pull spring scales to learn about forces and net force.
Mineral Identification
5. Students learn the properties of mineral and then use dichotomous keys to identify unknown minerals.
Planets and astronomical distances
6a. Students learn about the planets and their place in the universe.
Galaxies, Stars and Star Lifecycles
6b. Students learn about galaxies, stars, and star lifecycles using our portable planetarium.
Cells
7. Studnets use cell models to identify parts of cells and then examine what would happen to a cell if missing the parts.
8. Students use microscopes and microviewers to analyze cells and cell structures.
Cell Cycle, Mitosis, and Meiosis
9. Students use model to learn the stages of these important cell processes.
Genetics
10. Students learn about dominant and recessive traits as well as probability. Students examine family trees and use punnet squares to predict genotypes.
Energy and States of Matter
11. Students learn about different forms of energy as well as the Law of the Conservation of Energy.
Density
12. Students use the tools of science to investigate density of solids and liquids.
Waves, Sound, and Light
13. Students learn about the properties of transvers and longitudinal waves as well as the realtionship between wavelength and frequency.
Energy Transfer
14. Students learn of the three types of energy transfer as well as the apparent "loss" of energy.
Crime Science Investigations
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Anthropometric Measurements- Sizing up your suspect
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Trace Element evaluation- Tire tracks and shoe prints
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Fingerprint collection and analysis
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Who Stole My Doggie (Microscope Lab)
Field Trips to You
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The Magic of Chemistry
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Buyer Beware! Testing Claims of Advertised Products
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Genetics for Kids
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The Rock Identification Lab (Rock and Mineral ID)
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Exciting Electrons
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Plant and Animal Cells (Electric Microscope Lab)
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Will Soap Float? (Science Discoveries Lab)
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Comparing Light and Sound Waves
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Measuring Matter with Metrics
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Heat, Temperature and Thermal Enery
Exploring the Universe
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The Moon and Its Phases
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Earth’s Seasons
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Our Solar System
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Stars, Constellations and Galaxies
Guided Dissections
It is very difficult for most schools to offer quality dissection programs. The Emerald Coast Science Center can address that need by bringing quality, hands-on, dissection programs to your class. Our expert instructors will guide your students through an actual dissection and examination. We provide everything including materials, handouts, tools and of course the specimens. You may choose from the following list of fascinating creatures.
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Invertebrate (Squid)
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Vertebrate (Frog)
This program is limited to 28 students per class session. Larger groups may be accommodated through multiple, same day sessions. Basic dissection class fee per student is $7.50. Dissection classes must be booked at least two weeksin advance to allow us to assemble required specimens and equipment.
Digitarium Alpha Portable Planetarium
The LaserStar Lab portable computerized planetarium can be booked for an entire day at your school or other location for a fee of $400. The portable planetarium consists of a laser projector inside an inflatable dome which can accommodate up to 30 students. Space is a consideration. We will need an area of at least 20 feet in diameter and 10 feet in height. Each session is 30 - 55 minutes in length. To book the planetarium call 850.664.1261 ext 204 and have two alternate dates in addition to your preferred date. You may book the LaserStar Lab for your field trip with two weeks notice. The cost is $90 per session with a minimum booking of 2 sessions.
Program Choices
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All About Stars, Constellations and Galaxies -
A Tour of our Solar System
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Exploring Deep Space
Travel fees for Outreach Programs
For schools located outside Okaloosa County, there may be an additional travel fee.
