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.
Functions and Structures of Plants and Animals Developed by Kristen Nichols, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023 (FOCUS: Grades 3-5, Science Technology, Critical Thinking) This lesson plan focuses on teaching students about the functions and structures...
The Human Body Developed by Jocelyn Succi, PCM Play Practicum 2023 (FOCUS: Grade 3 Special Education, Life Science, Social/Emotional Development) This unit introduces the concept of what our bodies need to survive. Students learn about the functions of various body...
Literally! Idiom Pictionary / Charades Developed by Alice Briney-Rockswold, PCM Play Practicum 2022(FOCUS: 3-5, ELA, Literal vs. Figurative Language) Introduction: Help students make heads or tails of commonly used English idioms. Materials to gather Chart paper...
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...
Playful 3D Rainforest Animals Developed by Alexandria McKay, PCM Playful Practicum 2022(FOCUS: Grade 5, Elementary Art) Printable PDF Let’s be artists and scientists as we research and explore rainforest animals! Interdisciplinary Art Lesson with a Connection to ELA...
Different Experiences, Different Perspectives Developed by Andrew Leveillee, PCM Playful Practicum 2022(FOCUS: K-2, 3-5, Visual Arts, Civics & Culture, History & Humanities, Language & Literacy, SEL) Different Experiences Different Perspectives Printable...
