The mobile planetarium requires a large space for the dome and fan (minimum 9m x 9m with at least 4m of vertical clearance). Most schools use the gym or large common area.
Participate in the pilot of our Edmonton based Mobile Planetarium program! The inflated mobile planetarium offers an immersive and exciting experience to appreciate and understand our relationship with the sky. These programs require a large space to set up the inflatable planetarium dome (9m x 9m with at least 4m of vertical clearance), where a class can receive one of many out-of-this-world viewing experiences.
This 60 minute program includes a 30 minute dome experience and a 30 minute astronomy program.
For Grades 2-12, two types of Mobile Planetarium Programs are offered:
Movie Shows: These shows are professional dome-formatted movies that typically run for 20-30 minutes.
Live Sky Shows: Our presenters will take your class on a 30-minute guided tour to explore the sky, the solar system, the stars and constellations, and more. For grades 4-6, the shows are tailored to the new elementary Alberta curriculum
Cost:
$250.00 per class for a 60-minute session in your school. Must be booked in groups of 2, 4 or 6 classes.
Enjoy 10% off In-School Mobile Planetarium programs that take place from September through December 2024
Booking Notes:
- Mobile Planetarium Programs must be booked classes in groups of 2 (i.e., programs can be booked for 2 or 4 or 6 classes)
- The mobile planetarium requires a large space for the dome and fan (minimum 9m x 9m with at least 4m of vertical clearance). Most schools use the gym or large common area.
- The Movie/Live Sky show will be running concurrently with the program outside the dome. Two classes will receive programming at the same time.
- The Mobile Planetarium programs may be of concern to students with a fear of dark or confined spaces. While our programs are designed not to include flashing or strobing lights, there is a small chance of them occurring during the program.
- Please scroll to the end of this page for the booking form.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Grade 2-3
Movie Shows
Legends of the Northern Sky
One of our most popular movies - Embark on a journey with the Indigenous Peoples of the western plains and share in their wisdom conveyed by the stars. The Indigenous people of North America connected with the night sky in fundamental ways that resonated with their world. In Legends of the Northern Sky, we learn and appreciate their stories in the stars and in turn, learn a little bit more about the spirit that connects us all.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 3 – many connections with Social Studies and Science
Grade 4-6
Movie Shows
Legends of the Northern Sky
One of our most popular movies - Embark on a journey with the Indigenous Peoples of the western plains and share in their wisdom conveyed by the stars. The Indigenous people of North America connected with the night sky in fundamental ways that resonated with their world. In Legends of the Northern Sky, we learn and appreciate their stories in the stars and in turn, learn a little bit more about the spirit that connects us all.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 4-6
General Science and Social Studies
Live Sky Shows
STAR GAZERS
Students investigate and describe objects in space in connection with daily life. Objects in space help us connect Earth to its place in the universe.
Topics include: The moon and lunar calendar, the sun, stars and planets, planet moons, constellations, stars, earth’s rotation and apparent star movement, Polaris and navigation, Indigenous names, and oral teachings.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 4
Students investigate and describe objects in space in connection to daily life.
DISCOVER THE UNIVERSE
Students investigate and interpret astronomical phenomena, including seasons, moon phases, equinoxes and solstices, length of day/night, earth’s tilt on axis, Indigenous observations and oral teachings, and predictable astronomical cycles.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 5
Students investigate and interpret astronomical phenomena.
EXPLORE THE SOLAR SYSTEM
Students analyze and represent celestial bodies of the solar system, including the sun. They name and order the planets, planet moons, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, and light-emitting versus light-reflecting bodies. They will also investigate solar system celestial body characteristics, including surface conditions, composition, size, and shape.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 6
Students analyze and represent celestial bodies of the solar system.
Grade 7-12
Movie Shows
Legends of the Northern Sky
One of our most popular movies - Embark on a journey with the Indigenous Peoples of the western plains and share in their wisdom conveyed by the stars. The Indigenous people of North America connected with the night sky in fundamental ways that resonated with their world. In Legends of the Northern Sky, we learn and appreciate their stories in the stars and in turn, learn a little bit more about the spirit that connects us all.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 7-9
General Science and Social Studies
Live Sky Shows
Galactic Voyage
Enter the Mobile Planetarium and experience a whole new way of viewing the universe. Go on a journey exploring celestial bodies inside and outside of our solar system. See the latest images from the James Webb Space Telescope and explore the furthest reaches of the known universe.
Best Curriculum Fit
Grade 7
Science, Technology, and Society
Grade 8
Light and Optical Systems
Grade 9
Space Exploration
Highschool
General Science