Visit Blue Hill Observatory’s national historic landmark at 635 feet, atop Great Blue Hill for your next field trip.
Experience Blue Hill Observatory’s programs in your very own classroom through one of our traveling programs. Each program is aligned to NGSS standards and gives students a unique hands-on or real-world experience in their classroom. As you plan your classroom visit, choose from one of our programs below based on your age group.
Our Programs
Being a Weather Watcher
1-ESS1-2
3-ESS2-1
8.MS-ESS2-5
2.B.01.10
2.C.02.01
2.C.02.04
Being a Weather Watcher
In this program, students will learn about the job of a Weather Observer, the data they collect and its importance in understanding what is happening in our environment. Students learn about why we collect weather data consistently and how it helps us prepare for different types of weather.
Cloud Observation
Cloud Observation
Students will learn about 3 main cloud types, their appearance and how weather changes as they form. They will create a cloud frame with the cloud types. If available, students can identify clouds outside their classroom.
Kite Making
5-PS1-3
6.MS-ETS2-1
Kite Making
In this program, students will construct a Frustrationless Flyer kite kit. As students build the kit, they will explore and learn why certain observable materials are used for certain parts of the kite. Students will also understand the importance of kites in collecting weather data throughout the Blue Hill Observatory’s history. Most appropriate for 2nd grade.
Classroom Temperature Investigation
8.MS-ESS2-5
Classroom Temperature Investigation
Students collect their own temperature data in a variety of ways and places outside the Observatory. Then they will examine graphs of the average monthly temperatures from 2015 – 2024 to assess trends in monthly averages that are above or below the long term average and compare those to photos of a deciduous tree over those same years. Students connect the importance of accurate data readings to our long-term temperature record.
Partner with us to create a custom program
Custom Program Development
Partner with us to create a program that aligns to your coursework. Our team will work with you to develop a unique educational experience tailored to your students’ specific learning objectives and curriculum needs.
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