Friday, March 27, 2009

Grades K-12: April Programs from the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame & Museum


Fact or Fiction in History
Spend April Fool’s Day deciding what is Fact or Fiction. Many stories of the past are handed down from generation to generation. Learn some little known facts that helped keep the Western lifestyle alive.

Date: April 1, 2009
Grades 6-12
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline: 3/25/09

The Arts
Many women of the West shared their experience and knowledge in pictures and art. Discover the world of these women as they see it, through photography, pottery and paintings.
Date: April 9, 2009
Grades K-12, Adult
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline – April 3

How to Measure a Horse
What does a horse's height have to do with hands? During this program students will learn how to measure a horse using tools that horsemen and women use. Then they will learn how to convert their measurement into "hands." At the end of the program, students will use "hands" as a form of measurement.
Date: April 15, 2009
Grades 3-5
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline – April 10

Community Planners
Join us in learning about how the contributions of Clara Brown, Henrietta King and others helped shape the West.
Date: April 21, 2009
Grades K - 4th grades
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline – April 15

A Walk Through Time - A Walking Tour of the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
Discover fascinating information about the National Cowgirl Museum to use in your classroom as a learning tool.
Date: April 23, 2009
Grades K-12, Adult
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline – April 18

Life on the Prairie with Sarah Plain and Tall
Join us in learning about how the contributions of Clara Brown, Henrietta King and others helped shape the West.
Date: April 27, 2009
Grade 1-7, Adults
Cost: $100
Registration Deadline – April 22

REMEMBER: The programs listed are only the "scheduled" sessions already on the Connect2Texas calendar. Keep in mind other programs are available and can be scheduled on a "as needed" basis.

If you see a program listed that you would like to find out more information about or register go to www.Connect2Texas.net and click on the "Calendar of Programs and Register" button.

Questions?
Contact Cindi Collins at 817-509-8697 or ccollins@cowgirl.net