San Jose Field Trips Guide

Educational

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  Oakland Zoo

  Oakland

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  Oakland Zoo offers an array of education programs actively supporting CA State, Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards and practices. Whether you are looking for a guided tour and lesson, an inquiry based day workshop, up-close encounters with our animal ambassadors, or an exciting overnight experience, Oakland Zoo Education has a program to fit your needs!

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  Slide Ranch

  Muir Beach

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  Slide Ranch is a nonprofit educational farm on coastal public parkland in West Marin. We host day visits and overnight visits from school and community groups of all ages (pre-k through adult), most typically on Tuesdays-Saturdays. Groups range in size from 6 to 60. Day visits typically occur from 10am-2pm, and include milking our goats, feeding our chickens, an activity in our garden and a cooking activity or a hike. Overnight visits include more involved versions of the same, and also include things like a campfire and/or night hike. Overnight visitors often bring their own camping gear, although we have some gear to lend to groups who need it. Overnight groups also bring their own food for all meals which they cook themselves (we have all the cooking and serving gear - just bring the food). All of our activities are NGSS aligned, and can be taught thematically to match the interests of the group (for example, we can offer themes focusing on "food, clothing and shelter;" natural ecology; food systems; sustainability; stewardship etc). There are costs associated with visiting Slide Ranch, however we offer a wide range of scholarships and work hard to ensure no groups are turned away for lack of funds. Apply here for our School and Community Programs: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegILHlbfO1mK_BPkJy-oRv3oBob4Qf8SCTjGXrPBaLai7FhA/viewform To be considered for a need-based scholarship, please also complete our scholarship application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdk9OVt5fg-s93gtvTDMuEXYGO1vVazklKDs2SvfBgEszTM-Q/viewform (less) ... Read more

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Fun Things to Do

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Bay Area

  SAN JOSE

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  Bricks 4 Kidz camp is a fresh and fun way for kids to spend their summer break with our specially-Unique designed Bricks 4 Kidz Fun Projects, LEGO games galore, Lego Challenges, Arts and Craft, Music, Movie, Out door activities, free-play, Chess and aviation planes. Camps are specially designed for kids ages 6-14 years and are staffed by trained, screened Bricks 4 Kidz friendly qualified teachers, so you can be rest assured, they are safe and happy.

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - Santa Clara

  Santa Clara

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  Bricks 4 Kidz is devoted to providing an extraordinary atmosphere for children, where we learn, we build, and we play with LEGO Bricks. Classes are designed to teach the fundamentals of S.T.E.M. (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education, built around our proprietary model plans, created by engineers and architects. At Bricks 4 Kidz, we believe that kids learn best through activities that engage their curiosity and creativity.We offer activities for children ages 3-13+, including:After-School Enrichment Classes, Week-Long Summer Camps, Birthday Parties, In-school Workshops, Pre-School Classes, Kidz Night Out. Our programs provide a safe, relaxed learning environment where initiative is invited and self-expression is celebrated. Specially designed project kits and theme-based models provide kids with the opportunity to solve problems and develop an appreciation for how things work, while having fun and socializing in a non-competitive atmosphere. (less) ... Read more

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  Bricks 4 Kidz - SE San Jose

  San Jose

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  Bricks 4 Kidz is a STEM Based Enrichment program that provides hand-on LEGO themed after school classes, summer camps, field trips, kidz night outs, fundraisers and special events.

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  Gilroy Gardens

  Gilroy

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  Over 40 Rides & Attractions for Young & Old!

     Gilroy Gardens is more than a theme park...it's a place where kids can learn and grow! Visit The Green Barn, where art & science ignite the imagination. Learn around the Park at our Green Spots, and make sure to enjoy a self-guided park tour with our FREE brochure. We offer discounted admission for schools and nonprofits. (less) ... Read more

  $18 Off General Admission (day-time) to Gilroy Gardens

  Present this coupon at any open ticket window at Gilroy Gardens and save $18 off each adult general admission (ages 3 & up), up to six (6) people. Valid for general admission only, which inc…

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  iFLY SF Bay

  Union City

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  iFLY is an indoor skydiving experience that creates true free fall conditions, just like skydiving, without having to jump out of an airplane. iFLY's 1000 hp vertical wind tunnel generates a wall-to-wall cushion of air, on which you safely float. There's no parachute, no jumping, and nothing attaching you to planet Earth. It's just you and the air, and it's the most incredible adrenaline rush. Anyone Can Fly. No experience is necessary. Just about anyone can fly, including those with physical disabilities. Children as young as three, to adults as young as 103 have flown with us

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  Madame Tussauds Hollywood

  Los Angeles

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  Located next door to the World Famous Chinese Theatre, Madame Tussauds is Hollywood's newest must-see attraction where you can see, touch and take photos with all of your favorite celebrities! We've taken down the museum-style ropes and poles so that YOU can get up-close and personal with Hollywood's biggest A-listers. Sit down for breakfast with Audrey Hepburn, be the President and take your seat in the Oval Office, ride a bike with everyone's favorite Extraterrestrial friend E.T., and shoot hoops with Kobe Bryant. With over 125 figures, there is something for everyone!

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  Red and White Fleet

  San Francisco

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  Red and White Fleet is San Francisco's original bay cruise operator and features several family-friendly cruises, including Golden Gat Bay Cruise, Bridge 2 Bridge Cruise and California Sunset Cruise.

Museums/Zoos

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  The Society of California Pioneers Museum

  San Francisco

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  This program follows both Common Core principles and the California Curriculum Standards in History and Social Sciences by providing direct access to rare primary sources, including historical documents, eyewitness accounts, letters, diaries, artifacts, photographs, maps, and artwork.

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  The Tech Museum of Innovation

  San Jose

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  The Tech Museum of Innovation

  Bringing a group of students to The Tech guarantees them a day of imaginative, immersive, standards-based scientific learning. And thanks to our generous members and donors, The Tech has funding to offer California Title 1 K-12 students fee-waived museum entrance and science labs. Go to www.thetech.org/fieldtrips to learn more.

Theater/Arts

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  Bay Area Children's Theatre

  Oakland

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  Bring your class to the theatre! Bay Area Children's Theatre proudly offers field-trip performances during the school day, specifically designed for classes Pre-K through 6th grade!

     Student Matinee shows are reserved exclusively for school groups. For general audience performances, please click on the Tickets tab, above. Schedule a Classroom Visit Before or After You See the Show! Get up-close and interactive with our Student Matinees! Student Matinees are weekday field-trip performances of our Mainstage season. When you book your Student Matinee trip, you can also request a pre- or post-show workshop exploring and activating the themes of the show in your classroom! Each workshop addresses VAPA standards. Cost: $100 per classroom visit For questions and comments, contact us at schools@bactheatre.org or (510) 296-4433. (less) ... Read more

  10% off Pete the Cat

  Use online discount code groovy7 to receive 10% off your tickets to any performance of Pete the Cat. Performs Saturdays, & Sundays, through August 5 at Bay Area Children's Theatre's Berke…

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