Out and About at the Bakery
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Uses a field trip to a bakery to introduce the process by which baked treats are made. Learn about using flour and yeast to make bread.
Out and About at the Baseball Stadium
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Who works in a stadium? Where do the players get ready for the big game? Who makes all those hot dogs? Go on a guided tour of a stadium to find out! Meet a baseball manager and see how thousands of people can gather, have fun, and cheer their team at a stadium.
Out and About at the Aquarium
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Aquarium worker Ming gives a guided tour of the Blue Harbor Aquarium, where she explains such things as what kinds of jobs people have there, what kinds of fish and animals live there, and how food is prepared for aquarium dwellers. Includes an
Out and About at the Zoo
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Uses a field trip to the zoo to introduce various zoo animals, their habitats and recreation, and their care.
Out and About at the Newspaper
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of a newspaper, where they learn how reporters, photographers, and other staff members work together to publish a newspaper. Includes an activity.
Out and About at the Fire Station
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Children visit a fire station and learn how fire fighters do their work.
Out and About at the Dairy Farm
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Discusses the activities of a dairy farm, describing the machines and the process used to get the milk to our table.
Out and About at the Greenhouse
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Why is it so warm inside the greenhouse? Which plants prefer cooler, dry air? Which like it hot and wet? Who takes care of all these plants? Go on a guided tour of a greenhouse to find out! Meet a plant expert, see how plants are cared for, and learn how a greenhouse can be warm even in winter.
Out and About at the Theater
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Who works in a theater? What is the green room? How do actors know where to stand on stage? Who controls the lights? Go on a guided tour of a theater to find out! Meet an actor and a director, see how the lighting works, hear the orchestra tune up, and watch as cast and crew get ready to perform.
Out and About at the Hospital
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of a hospital, where they learn about the admitting office, the emergency room, and other areas of the building. Includes an activity.
Out and About at the Public Library
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of a public library, where they learn how to find and check out books and other materials. Includes an activity.
Out and About at City Hall
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of city hall, where they learn about the roles of the city council, the mayor, and other city departments. Includes an activity.
Out and About at the Post Office
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Postmaster Drew gives a guided tour of the post office, where he explains such things as why there are so many types of stamps, what happens to a letter after it is mailed, and how heavy the heaviest package is that can be sent. Includes an activity.
Out and About at the Planetarium
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Director Solomon gives a guided tour of Star City Planetarium, where he explains such things as what equipment is used in a planetarium show and what some of the different objects in the night sky are. Includes an activity and other learning res
Out and About at the Orchestra
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Examines the instruments that make up an orchestra, their arrangement on the stage, the role of the conductor, and the need of the musicians to practice.
Out and About at the Bank
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of a bank, where they learn about how money is stored and distributed. Includes an activity.
Out and About at the Supermarket
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Store employee Mark gives a guided tour of a supermarket, where he explains such things as which are the most popular foods, why some foods must be kept frozen, and how groceries should be packed in bags. Includes an activity and other learning resources.
Out and About at the Science Center
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Museum guide Maria gives a tour of the science museum explaining the various collections and exhibits that are found there and the ways in which science museums differ from other museums. Includes instructions for creating a museum exhibit and other resources.
Out and About at the Dentist
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Who works in a dentist's office? Why do they X-ray your teeth? What causes cavities? Go on a guided tour of a dentist's office and find out! Meet the people who clean your teeth and check for cavities. Find out how the dentist can repair damage and how you can prevent it.
Out and About at the Apple Orchard
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Describes all that is involved in growing apples - covering planting, pollination, harvesting, different varieties, and more.
Out and About at the Vet Clinic
Part of the Field Trips (Capstone) series
Doctor Hart gives a guided tour of her veterinary clinic, where she explains such things as what equipment she uses, how she calms animals down, and some of the different pet problems she treats. Includes an activity and other learning resources.