Discovery World
“Rosie the Riveter” was the star of a government campaign aimed at recruiting female workers during World War II. Now, we are recruiting YOU to complete your own version of this iconic image of the working woman.
Design and build a structure that could reshape the skylines of the world. Zaha Hadid, an Iraqi-born British architect, did just that with her brilliant geometric buildings. You can too!
Sally Ride was the first American woman to fly in space. Her job aboard the shuttle was to work the robotic arm that helped put satellites into space. Help recreate this historic flight by building your very own shuttle.
Captain Tiffany Krihwan is the Senior Captain of Discovery World’s very own tall ship, the S/V Denis Sullivan. She uses this unique platform and her superior sailing knowledge to provide marine education, leadership training, and personal development to visitors of all ages. Create your own Captain’s Badge or accessory inspired by Captain Tiffany!
In July of 1960, Dr. Jane Goodall ventured into the little-known world of wild chimpanzees. Through her more than 50 years of work, she has shown us how important it is to protect chimps from extinction, while completely redefining species conservation. Become one of her cherished chimpanzees by making and wearing this adorable mask.
You get a bobble head! And YOU get a bobble head! Oprah Winfrey is much more than an acclaimed TV show host and giver of vehicles to screaming fans. As a philanthropist, she has and continues to raise millions for charitable programs. Make your own mini version of one of the most influential women of her generation.
Susan G. Komen’s Race for the Cure events are the world’s largest fundraising events for breast cancer education and research. Komen was created with the promise to help end breast cancer forever. Show your support by creating an interactive runner puppet and by participating in Southeast Wisconsin’s Race for the Cure on Sunday, September 24th on Milwaukee’s Lakefront!
Dr. Maya Angelou was a poet, award-winning author, and civil rights activist. As Maya said, “Nothing will work unless you do”, so get to work on your own tea light that will remind you of her powerful words.
We know that educators are always looking for ways to enhance their everyday curriculum. That’s where we can help!
The Kohl’s Design It! Lab offers exciting programming through either onsite interdisciplinary workshops offered as part of your field trip visit to Discovery World, or as the Kohl’s Design! Mobile lab –an onsite teaching lab that brings the learning experience to your classroom!
Both of these options will give your students a unique learning opportunity through these hands-on design experiences.
