Field Trips To Go

"On behalf of my first grade class, a big thank you for the fantastic field trip materials. We really enjoyed the videos, the activities, and the change of pace in remote learning."

Our hands-on, virtual learning experiences are back! Whether you and your students are in the comfort of your classroom or learning remotely, our virtual field trips bring hours of experiential learning to you.

  • Flexible to meet your schedule
  • Aligned with Common Core and Next Generation Science learning standards
  • Designed by teachers, for teachers, with active learning in mind

Watch our trailer below for a sneak peak at all six of our Field Trip To Go topics!


Graphic: "Our parents, staff, and students were all very impressed with the content and execution of the virtual field trip. The materials were presented in a way that was easy for parents to support their child’s learning."For the 2021-22 school year, we’re offering 6 different Field Trip To Go topics for your classes, with three different delivery options to suit your individual needs. Click each topic to learn more about content and learning standards covered in the field trip, as well as package options to bring the Museum’s brand of learning right into your classroom – virtually.

Six curriculum topics:

All About Animals* (K – 3)
Build It (K – 3)
Exploring Simple Machines (Pre-K – 1)
Sensational Senses* (Pre-K – 1)
The Science of Art (Pre-K – 1)
The World of Critters (Pre-K – 1)

*All About Animals and Sensational Senses include video packages narrated in both English and Spanish.

Spanish Field Trip

Pricing

icon photo film mediaRECORDED VIDEO LIBRARY

A two-week online video library rental of classroom activities and informational videos, flexible for in-person or remote learning (up to two hours of activities). Password access may be shared only among other classes at your school or site.

 $100

icon paintbrushADD-ON KITS*

Up to 30 supply kits shipped to you with all the materials needed for all activities in the series

 $50/set of 30 kits

icon microphoneADD-ON LIVE SESSION*

Live video conference session for one classroom. Join a Museum educator as they walk your class through a hands-on exploration activity! Live sessions incorporate both elements from the video libraries and materials from supply kits. You will need access to both prior to your session. Live sessions currently available in English only.

 $50 (max of one classroom)

For the most enriching educational experience, multiple classrooms cannot be combined into one live session.

How to Book Your Field Trip To Go

Please select your chosen topic from the curriculum topic list above to see available virtual field trip options and click the links on those pages. For additional information or questions, call our field trip hotline at (847) 832-6923.

Graphic: "The videos were extensive, well-planned, and aligned to the objectives of the course. The live session and materials were perfect for our students."Benefits of virtual field trips:

  • More than 30 minutes of standards-aligned video content in each package
  • Perfect for remote instruction, hybrid learning, and in-person classes
  • Six different topics for ages 3 to 9
  • Flexible plans to work for your classroom, childcare, or home school situation
  • Extension activities to continue hands-on learning experiences
  • Guides to easily follow along for educators and parents
  • Early learning standards listed for teachers

Questions? Call (847) 832-6923, or e-mail info@kcmgc.org

Graphic: "We liked that the videos took place in the actual exhibits of the museum. It was very well-balanced with the introduction videos, read alouds, and activity explanations."

Field Trips To Go have been generously supported by:

Wintrust

All About Animals (K – 3)
Learn about the interesting ways in which animals from Illinois adapt and create their own homes.
Build It (K – 3)
Investigate and explore construction and building using the engineering process.
Motion Quest (Pre-K – 1)
Investigate all the ways inclined planes and other simple machines work and impact motion.
Sensational Senses (Pre-K – 1)
Explore how our five senses help us to understand our world and solve problems around us.
The Science of Art (Pre-K - 1)
Learn about the physics of sound and how it can change, as well as how sound is created.
The World of Critters (Pre-K – 1)
Explore the movement of water, and engage in sensory experiences through water play.