Labs are in-depth, inquiry-based programs, allowing hands-on
experiences for small groups of students.
Spanish-speaking educators may be available upon request.
$200/1 lab,$120/each additional lab
Maximum 16 per health lab, 30 per physical or space sciences lab;
90 minutes
Generous support of the Museum's School Programs Department
provided by Xcel Energy Foundation and U.S. Bank.

Energy at Play
Grades 4-8
Are you up to the challenge? You'll see toys in a whole
new light as you examine the potential and kinetic energy that
makes them work.
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Exploration Circulation: Heart Lab
Grades 3-6
Learn about blood and its importance to the body.
Experiment with heart rates using a stethoscope and discover the
benefits of exercise and a healthy diet.
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How We Breathe: Lung Lab
Grades 3−6
Examine physiology, lung capacity, and anatomy to learn
how you breathe. Use pulse oximeters to see how the respiratory
system and the circulatory system are related.
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Rocket Works
Grades 4-8
Blast into physics! As the engineer, you will go full
throttle and experiment with the basic principles of f light and
motion. Design, create, and launch your own paper rocket.
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What's That You See: Eye Lab
Grades 2-5
Use lots of hands-on activities and experiments to learn
the secrets behind optical illusions and compare your binocular
vision to the vision of other animals.
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