Storytime Expedition
Offering unique experiences in our Museum galleries, Storytime Expeditions go beyond a regular storybook reading to grow appreciation for cultural diversity and develop empathy and critical thinking skills. Immerse your students in global education while encouraging literacy through listening to culturally-appropriate stories, exploring key gallery objects, and interacting with touchable artifacts.
Storytime Expeditions are available by reservation and target grade levels Pre-K. Our books and touchable replica objects address the following cultures:
- Africa: Egypt, Kenya, Ghana
- Asia: China, Japan
- The Middle East (Mesopotamia)
- North America: Lenni Lenape, Cherokee, Tlingit, Muscogee (Creek), Pueblo
- Mexico and Central America: Aztec, Maya
- Mediterranean: Rome, Greece
These programs specifically address Common Core standards focused on Literary (CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.K.1; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.10; CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.1.7; CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.2.1; CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.2.2). They also address the 21st Century Skills of Communication and Collaboration.
Booking Information
| Ages | Grades: Pre-K – 2 |
|---|---|
| Length | 1 hour |
| Price | $2 per student plus group admission 1 FREE teacher chaperone or adult per every 10 students |
| Group Size | 30-student maximum per tour (22-student maximum for Greece) Groups with less than 10 students will be charged for 10 students 1 chaperone is REQUIRED for every 10 students |
| Timing | Tuesday–Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| When to Book | At least 6-8 weeks in advance |