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 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. ...
Providence Children’s Museum Receives Funding from Verizon and NYC Media Lab Museum Initiative Providence, RI – Providence Children’s Museum (PCM) is one of nine nationwide winners of the $1M Museum Initiative, a nationwide open call for museums and cultural...
Building Stability Challenge Developed by Tara Mollo, Playful Practicum 2022 People construct; one of the defining characteristics of humanity is that we make. We make structures (buildings, houses, schools, monuments), organizations, rules, ideas, and works of...
C4I Announcement 2021 – BrandedProvidence, RI – Providence Children’s Museum has received one of 50 Communities for Immunity awards to advance vaccine confidence. Supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Institute of Museum and...
Let’s Learn A-Boat Surface Tension Developed by Mary Nordby, PCM Play Intensive 2021 (FOCUS: grades 3 and 4, STEM, Executive Function, Next Generation Science Standards) Downloadable PDF This grades 3-4 STEM activity introduces children to the properties of...
