Check out our library of lesson plans for teachers and families. PCM has created a variety of lesson plans for teachers by teachers for children pre-k through early elementary.
PCM has brought the magic of learning to life for over 40 years. As a trusted resource for families and children in southern New England, PCM is an anchor in our community.
PCM has brought the magic of learning to life for over 40 years. As a trusted resource for families and children in southern New England, PCM is an anchor in our community.
PCM is committed to serving the children of southern New England – regardless of their financial ability. 40% of the Museum’s budget is dedicated to welcoming one-third of the Museum’s total audience free of charge or at greatly reduced rates through a variety of outreach programs.
Balloons Over Broadway Developed by Ann Toole, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 2, Science, Speaking & Listening) Based on the text, Balloons Over Broadway, students will attempt to solve Tony Sarg’s problem of how to make the...
Building a Bridge Developed by Ann Toole, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023 (FOCUS: Grade 2, Science) Students will use a QR code to access Google Earth to view a slideshow showing several bridges around the world and in Rhode Island. Accompanying...
Building a Structure Developed by Elizabeth McLellan, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 2, Reading, Math, Science, STEAM) In this lesson, students will learn the steps behind building a building. Materials to gather Various Books about...
Pumpkin Jack Developed by Elizabeth McLellan, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023 (FOCUS: Grade 2, Reading, Science, STEAM) Students will learn the stages in a pumpkin life cycle and determine what is the best condition for growing a pumpkin. ...
Homes Around the World Developed by Tara Mollo, Playful Practicum 2022 Around the world people have different access to tools, availability of materials and endure a variety of types of climates. Students will learn about different types of houses there are in the...
Creating Characterization Developed by Emily Shea, Playful Practicum 2022 Bring your character to life! Design animal character puppets to support the development and retelling of self-created animal stories. In this lesson, students will demonstrate their...
