Programs are available at the following prices (subject to change):

• Virtual Exhibit Tours:
  • $90/classroom per exhibit tour

• Activity Kits with Instructions:
  • $9/student
  • Price includes all supplies and supply delivery (distance limitations apply)

• Virtual Lab Programs:
  • $12/student
  • Price includes all supplies and supply delivery, and live virtual instruction with a Discovery World Educator (distance limitations apply)

• Virtual Lab Programs with Equipment Loan:
  • $11/student + $70 equipment loan fee/classroom
  • Price includes all supplies and supply delivery, and live virtual instruction with a Discovery World Educator (distance limitations apply)

Programs offered include Virtual Exhibit Tours, Activity Kits, and Virtual Lab programs. Programs are available for students in Gr K5-12 only. Subject to availability. Specific program offerings can be found further down this page. Program overviews are as such:

• Virtual Exhibit Tours: Bring Discovery World exhibits into your classroom! Experience Discovery World’s most popular exhibits through guided, informational video tours.

• Activity Kits with Instructions*: We put it together, you lead the instruction. Activity kits for these programs will provide you with materials and instructions you need to facilitate the activity inside your classroom on your own schedule. Some kits come with a pre-recorded lesson.

• Virtual Lab Programs*: Join us for live, interactive lab experiences right from your classroom! Led by a Discovery World Educator, students will engage in critical thinking and investigations through workshops designed for hands-on learning. Virtual labs are priced per student participating. Price includes supplies necessary for the program.

Virtual programs require a 15-minute technology test call in the week prior to the program. The technology test call will be scheduled after you make your reservation.

Each program reservation that includes supplies will include one (1) supply kit for the teacher/chaperone at no cost. If you would like additional supply kits for additional teachers/chaperones, you will need to include that in your request. Additional fees apply for additional supply kits.

Some kits will require you to provide a few small items to complete the activity/program. Please see program descriptions for more information.

*Distance limitations apply for programs with activity kits or equipment loans. Please read through the FAQs below for more details.

To make a reservation, start the reservations process by either filling out a request online or by calling the Reservations Department at 414.765.8625. From there, a Reservation Staff Member will review your needs and work with you to book your program.

All programs are subject to availability. Descriptions, pricing, and program restrictions are subject to change. Programs are available for students in Gr K5-12 only. Please read through the FAQs below for more details.

During the academic school year, reservations must be made at least three (3) weeks in advance. In the summer, reservations must be made at least four (4) weeks in advance. No reservations will be accepted without the minimum notice. All programs are subject to availability. 

Virtual Program Reservation Request Form

Within 2-3 business days of making your reservation, a Discovery World Education representative will contact you to determine a date and time for distributing supplies/equipment. When the representative contacts you, it is required that you reply. If you do not reply to attempts to contact you, your reservation will be cancelled.

If your school is within 30 miles from Discovery World, supplies/equipment will be delivered directly to your school. There must be a representative of the school present to accept the supplies/equipment.

If your school is farther than 30 miles from Discovery World, you will be asked to make your own arrangements to pick up supplies from Discovery World. The Cell Exploration program is not available for schools farther than 30 miles from Discovery World.

Each program reservation that includes supplies will include one (1) supply kit for the teacher/chaperone at no cost. If you would like additional supply kits for additional teachers/chaperones, you will need to include that in your request. Additional fees apply for additional supply kits.

Some kits will require you to provide a few small items to complete the activity/program. Please see program descriptions for more information.

If your school is farther than 30 miles from Discovery World, you will be asked to make your own arrangements to pick up supplies from Discovery World. All Activity Kits and all Virtual Labs, with the exception of Cell Exploration, are still available to schools farther than 30 miles from Discovery World.

In order to reserve the Cell Exploration program, schools must:

• Be within 30 miles from Discovery World.
• Complete and return an Equipment Loan Form.
• Have in-person instruction due to the equipment necessary.

Currently, Virtual Labs are facilitated via Zoom and Google Meet. In order to have the best possible virtual experience, Discovery World requires a 15 minute technology test in advance of the live program. Links will be provided to the individual who makes the reservation.

Within 2-3 business days of making your reservation, a Discovery World Education representative will contact you to determine a date and time for distributing supplies/equipment and to schedule the technology test. When the representative contacts you, it is required that you reply. If you do not reply to attempts to contact you, your reservation will be cancelled.

All activity kits are yours to keep, with the exception of the equipment used in the Cell Exploration program.

In order to reserve the Cell Exploration program, schools must:

• Complete and return an Equipment Loan Form.
• Have in-person instruction due to the equipment necessary.

Equipment Loan Agreement

Each school will be asked to note the condition of equipment at the start and end of the equipment loan period. If equipment is damaged during the time it is lent to you, your school will be responsible for the damages. In-person instruction at your school is needed to reserve this program due to the equipment necessary. The equipment loan period will be less than a week.

Supplies and/or equipment will be delivered or available between one day and one week before the program. If your school has a need to receive supplies/equipment on a specific day or time, please contact us to discuss options.

Virtual Exhibit Tours will be shared via a password-protected link for a limited period.

Within 2-3 business days of making your reservation, a Discovery World Education representative will contact you to determine a date and time for distributing supplies/equipment, to schedule any technology tests, or to share any links. When the representative contacts you, it is required that you reply. If you do not reply to attempts to contact you, your reservation will be cancelled.

If your school does not match these requirements, programs are available to you at the prices listed atop this page.

Programs can be reserved for a minimum of 10 students and a maximum of 30 students. If your classroom has more than 30 students, please contact us to discuss how we can best schedule your classroom’s program.

There are a few things you should do to make any scheduled live, Virtual Lab successful. Please review the document below to learn more about your role before, during, and after a Virtual Lab.

What to Expect

Exhibit tours