FIELD TRIP ACTIVITY PLAN

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Field Trip Destination: Local Science Museum
Date of Trip: January 15, 2055
Departure Time: 9:00 AM
Return Time: 2:00 PM
Grade Level: 5th Grade
Teacher(s) in Charge: [Your Name]
Number of Students: 30
Chaperones: 5

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1. Objectives

• To explore the exhibits related to earth science, space, and physics.

• To help students connect classroom knowledge with real-world applications in science.

• To encourage teamwork and hands-on learning experiences.

• To stimulate students' curiosity and critical thinking about scientific principles.

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2. Itinerary

Time	Activity/Location	Description of Activity
9:00 AM	Departure from School	Assemble students, take attendance, and board the bus to the museum.
9:45 AM	Arrival at Local Science Museum	Students will form small groups with chaperones. Brief intro and safety rules.
10:00 AM	Explore the Earth Science Exhibit	Students will explore interactive geology, earthquake, and volcano displays.
11:30 AM	Visit the Space Exploration Exhibit	Students will explore activities on the solar system, space travel, and astronomy.
12:30 PM	Lunch	Students will have a picnic lunch in the museum's designated area, supervised by chaperones.
1:00 PM	Physics Demonstrations	Attend a live demonstration on the principles of force, motion, and energy.
1:30 PM	Museum Gift Shop and Wrap-up	Students have 15 minutes for the gift shop before a trip reflection.
2:00 PM	Departure from Museum	Board the bus for the return trip to school.
2:30 PM	Arrival at School	Students return to school and are dismissed.

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3. Educational Activities

Pre-trip Preparation:
Students will review materials related to geology, space, and physics in class. They will complete a worksheet about these topics to prepare for the field trip.

During the Field Trip:
Students will actively participate in the following activities:

• Observe and take notes on the Earth Science exhibit.

• Work in groups to solve science challenges related to space exploration.

• Participate in a Q&A session with the museum educator during the physics demonstration.

Post-trip Reflection:
After the trip, students will write a brief reflection on what they learned, particularly focusing on how science is applied in real-world contexts.

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4. Safety and Emergency Procedures

• Chaperones will be assigned to groups of 6 students each to ensure proper supervision.

• Emergency contact numbers and health information will be provided to all chaperones.

• The museum staff will conduct a safety briefing before the tour begins.

• In case of an emergency, Ms. Johnson will coordinate with the museum staff and notify parents if needed.

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5. Packing List

• Comfortable shoes for walking

• Water bottle

• Packed lunch or money for food

• Sunscreen/hat

• Notebook and pens for note-taking

• Museum admission tickets (provided by teacher)

• Any personal medications (with permission)

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6. Budget and Expenses

Item	Cost per Student	Total Cost
Transportation	$5	$150
Museum Admission	$8	$240
Lunch	$5	$150
Miscellaneous	$2	$60
Total Cost		$600

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7. Approval

[Your Name]

[Date Signed]

[Principal Name]
[Date Signed]

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