Planetarium

On 3/3/16 the 5th grade of glenridge elementary school went to the St.Louis Science Center  for a school field trip. To accommodate the astronomy unit in science. First 5th grade went to the “Makerspace” exhibit were kids (and adults) can explore making and racing mini cloth boats our make a makeshift mini parachute and see how well it catches wind. Then 5th grade went to the “Math Alive” exhibit where you  could explore how we use math in our daily lives or grab your friends, find a pose and take a 360 degree photo. When it was time for the planetarium show 5th grade walked up into the top of the planetarium. Adam says “It is a fun way to learn about the constellations.” Claire says “ The starshow was very interesting. There was a big dome with the night sky projected onto it. There were mats to lay on to somewhat represent a sleeping bag. There was  a narrator to help find important stars, constellations and planets. Overall it was a great way to learn about the night sky.