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.
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...
Sphere Interactions Developed by Shannon McLaughlin, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 5, Earth Science, Invention Literacy, Design Thinking) Students will explore Earth’s spheres and how they are connected. They will learn about...
Water Around the Planet Developed by Shannon McLaughlin, PCM Play Practicum 2023, Verizon Tech Enhanced 2023(FOCUS: Grade 5, Invention Literacy, Design Thinking) In this lesson, students will begin to think about Earth’s water. They will discover how much of Earth is...
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...
