Unleash Creativity and Curiosity
Rockingham STEM Field Trips
Embark on a thrilling adventure with Discovery Place Kids field trips and classes for children from Pre-K through Grade 2. We’ve crafted our Early Childhood Classes with your little explorers in mind. Through inquiry-based learning, we spark their curiosity and build foundational STEM literacy skills. We dive into topics like the magic of sound, the wonders of weather and the forces that shape our world.
Field Trip Curriculum
Our field trip curriculum is aligned with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards. This means we’re not just providing great field trips for young kids—we’re ensuring your students are getting a top-notch education.
Active Learning
Our Rockingham Children’s Museum team believes in the power of ‘learning by doing.’ We encourage your students to explore their world, test new ideas and develop both fine and large motor skills. This hands-on approach to field trip curriculum not only deepens their understanding of the world but also boosts their self-confidence.
State-certified schools from Pre-K through Grade 12, with a minimum of 15 students, are eligible for Field Trip discounts. Bookings should be made and paid in full two weeks before the visit to avail these discounts. The total amount may include applicable sales and use taxes. Please note, due to space constraints, extra chaperones might not be permitted to join class programs.
Every 5 students requires one adult chaperone, who gets free Museum entry. Extra chaperones incur charges as per the above chart. For student safety, chaperones must accompany their group at all times. Please note, space constraints may limit additional chaperones’ participation in class programs.
State-certified schools from Pre-K through Grade 12, with a minimum of 15 students, are eligible for Field Trip discounts. Bookings should be made and paid in full two weeks before the visit to avail these discounts. The total amount may include applicable sales and use taxes. Please note, due to space constraints, extra chaperones might not be permitted to join class programs.
Every 10 students requires one adult chaperone, who gets free Museum entry. Extra chaperones incur charges as per the above chart. For student safety, chaperones must accompany their group at all times. Please note, space constraints may limit additional chaperones’ participation in class programs.
Add a Class to Your Field Trip
Take curiosity to a new level with field trip classes taught by experienced educators. Discover a world where learning leaps off the page and screen and into the hearts and minds of young students.
Community Helpers
NC: ESD-5, HPD-5 SC: ESD-5, HPD-5
Have they ever dreamt of becoming a crucial part of society—like a veterinarian, police officer, builder or doctor? Dive deep into the fascinating world of community helpers and discover the skills, passion, and tools required to excel in these professions. Join us as we reveal the pathways that await those who dedicate their lives to making a difference in their community.
Push, Pull, GO!
NC PS.K.2, PreK CD-15, SC K-PS2-1, NGSS K-PS2
Children will go on an exciting adventure into physics through interactive play and discovery. Witness their curiosity fueled as they manipulate objects in motion, examine their positions and unravel the mysteries of the forces that govern them.
Explore the Senses
NC ESD-5, HPD-5. PS.K.1, SC ESD-5, HPD-5
Children will use the scientific method, real tools and their observations to better understand how the senses work together. They will make hypotheses, test their predictions
and conclude as the five senses guide them in
scientific learning.
NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Name That Force
NC PS.1.1, SC 3-PS-2
Forces are all around us. Students will delve into the intriguing effects of air, magnetism and gravity on object motion, unraveling the secrets behind their daily impact on us.
Sound is Vibration
NC PS.2.2, SC 1-PS4-1, NGSS 1-PS4-1
Students will delve into the fascinating world of sound and unravel its mysteries. Watch them discover the connection between frequency, pitch, amplitude, and volume. They’ll experiment with diverse vibrating materials, push speaker design limits for maximum amplification, and manipulate
visual sound waves.
NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Chemical Changes
NC PS.3.1, PS.5.1, C 5-PS1-4, NGSS 5-PS1-4
Get ready for thrilling chemical adventures, including detonating hydrogen balloons, as students unravel the mysteries of material properties. They’ll uncover the distinctions between physical and chemical transformations and learn how to identify when a chemical metamorphosis occurs.
Forces And Motion
NC PS.3.1, PS.4.1, PS.5.2, SC 5.P.5, NGSS 3-PS2-1
Newton’s Laws of Motion come alive in this class packed with hands-on activities. Students will perform experiments on each of Newton’s Laws using tools such as hover pucks and rocket cars.
NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Add a Class to Your Field Trip
Take curiosity to a new level with field trip classes taught by experienced educators. Discover a world where learning leaps off the page and screen and into the hearts and minds of young students.
Community Helpers
NC: ESD-5, HPD-5 SC: ESD-5, HPD-5
Have they ever dreamt of becoming a crucial part of society—like a veterinarian, police officer, builder or doctor? Dive deep into the fascinating world of community helpers and discover the skills, passion, and tools required to excel in these professions. Join us as we reveal the pathways that await those who dedicate their lives to making a difference in their community.
Push, Pull, GO!
NC: CD-15, K.P.1 SC: K-PS2-1, NGSS K-PS2
Children will go on an exciting adventure into physics through interactive play and discovery. Witness their curiosity fueled as they manipulate objects in motion, examine their positions and unravel the mysteries of the forces that govern them.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
NEW: Out of This World
NCES.K.P2.1;NCES1.E.2.1.;NCES 1.E.2.2.;NCES 2.E.2.2.1.; SC: 1-ESS1-1,
Blast off with us on an exhilarating lunar adventure! Our tiny astronauts will explore the Moon, delving into its mysterious phases and astounding crater formations. As they uncover the secrets of the day and night sky, students will unravel the wonders of gravity and force by propelling rockets into the cosmos and stepping into space as astronauts.
International Explorers
NES: 1.C.1, SC: 2.G.1
Climb on board to explore countries and cultures all over the world! Through the lens of traditions, cuisine, music and art, students will delve into the essence of what makes a culture unique. This eye-opening experience will reveal the striking similarities that connect us all, despite the vast distances separating our lands. Take advantage of this chance to expand their horizons and unite the world within the minds of our future leaders!
NEW: Rocks Rock
NCES1.E.1.1.;NCES2.E.1.1, SC: 2-PS1-1
Students will explore the origins and formation of rocks and minerals. They will crack geodes, seek treasures through rock panning and observe the hidden properties of newfound specimens. Strength, magnetism and buoyancy – all will be revealed in this geological discovery.
NEW: Radiant Reactions
NCES.2.P.2:NECS.K.P.2.1;NCES.K.P.2.2, SC: 2-PS1-4
Explore the states of matter and gain new science skills through interactive stations, chemical reaction experiments and stories. Watch as young minds discover the world of chemistry through sorting, ice melt experiments and observing similarities and differences among the density of solids, liquids and gases.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Chemical Changes
NC: 3.P.2, 4.P.2, 5.P.2 SC: 5-PS1-4 NGSS P-PS1-4
Get ready for thrilling chemical adventures, including detonating hydrogen balloons, as students unravel the mysteries of material properties. They’ll uncover the distinctions between physical and chemical transformations and learn how to identify when a chemical metamorphosis occurs
What a Bot Art?
NC: 3.P.3, 4.P.1, 4.P.3, 5.P.1 SC: 4-PS3-2 NGSS 4-PS3-2
Students will explore the intersection of arts and robotics as they design a unique drawing tool – a vibrating scribble bot. With an understanding of motors and simple circuits, learners innovate to make their own interactive drawings come alive!
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
To qualify for our subsidized field trip pricing, you must be in a state-certified Pre-K thru 12 school with a minimum of 15 students.
One adult chaperone is required for every 5 students and admitted to the Museum for free. Additional chaperones will be charged the fees notated in the chart above. To ensure the safety of all students, chaperones must stay with their group at all times.
Due to space limitations, extra chaperones may be unable to attend class programs. In order to provide a safe environment, we will be forced to turn away groups who do not have the required chaperone-to-student ratio.
Cancellation notice of three weeks is required for a full refund. Cancellations with less than three weeks’ notice are non-refundable but may be rescheduled for a visit within a 12-month period. There is no fee for rescheduling as long as the class or visit is rescheduled within one week of the cancellation date and the visit is completed within the 12 months of the originally scheduled date.
Changes to the number of attendees must be made three days prior to the program or visit to receive a refund.
No refunds will be issued the day of the visit, and no refunds will be issued for amounts of $10.00 or less.
Click here to fill out our Reservation Request Form and a Museum representative will contact you.
Register by phone at 704.396.4352 x300 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Payment is required 3 weeks prior to program or visit date.
American Express, Discover, MasterCard and VISA are accepted. A check with your PO number written in the memo section is also accepted.
