Home School Programs

What is an algorithm? What does it mean to write computer code? Can a computer mimic the natural world? Explore these questions and more as students create a beaded bracelet and learn how to find computer programming ideas in nature and culture. This program incorporates the use of a bead loom with pony beads to understand algorithms, patterns, designs, and sequences.

Learn about the Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta and the important roles amisk (beavers) play in building the world around us. Explore the impact beavers have on the land as world builders and why they represent wisdom in the seven sacred teachings. Students will reflect through a journalling activity and practice important skills that build an appreciation for the interconnectedness of nature. Please note÷hen possible, this program will occur outside in the Medicine Garden.

In this chilling program., experiment with hot and cold chemical reactions, explore insulation, measure temperature, and make a very cool sweet treat using liquid nitrogen.

Think you can navigate an emergency? Take on the role of a Dangerous Goods Emergency Response team and investigate a chemical spill accident. Test various "hazardous" substances to determine their physical and chemical properties.

Students act as forensic scientists by analyzing fingerprints, ink chromatography, handwriting, fibers, tire tread patterns, and DNA evidence to help reveal the prime suspect. Evaluate all the evidence and guard against biases that can influence the reliability of their results. The game is afoot, can you find the prime suspect using the evidence provided?

Someone is attempting to take over the Science Centre and the only way to stop them is with magnets! While exploring puzzles and solving clues, learners use their knowledge of magnets to stop the destruction of the Science Centre before it's too late!

Explore the natural world! Students will enjoy a curriculum-based nature walk, journal their observations and learnings, spend time in the Nature Exchange identifying rocks, pinecones, seashells and other trinkets found in the great outdoors. Observe, wonder and reflect on Edmonton's rich natural spaces

Explore the natural world! Students will enjoy a curriculum-based nature walk, journal their observations and learnings, spend time in the Nature Exchange identifying rocks, pinecones, seashells and other trinkets found in the great outdoors. Observe, wonder and reflect on Edmonton's rich natural spaces

Step inside the Robotics Lab for a crash course on programming a Finch 2.0 robot! Students will be guided through challenges and exercises involving artificial intelligence.

Step inside the Robotics Lab for a crash course on programming a Finch 2.0 robot! Students will be guided through challenges and exercises involving artificial intelligence.

Senses ACTIVATE! Touch, taste, hear, smell and see science before your very senses. Experience the world using all 5 senses in a variety of experiments and adventures.

Students will participate in hands-on exploration with lenses and mirrors as they discover reflection, refraction, the movement of light, and more at the Science Centre.