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Exploring the Wonders of Science: Chicago With Your Grandchild

Program No. 23719RJ
Alongside your grandchild, discover the wonders of Science while exploring the Windy City. Practice your problem solving skills as you build a robot and design a zoo habitat for a Lion.
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GrandparentScience & TechnologyAges 8 – 11
Length
6 days
Rating (4.5)
Activity Level
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1,799 / ADULT
1,299 / CHILD

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6 days
5 nights
12 meals
5B 3L 4D
1
Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Chicago, IL
2
Adler Planetarium, Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL
3
Robot Building, Free Afternoon, Movie Night
Chicago, IL
4
Museum of Science & Industry, Field Museum, Boat Ride
Chicago, IL
5
Rube Goldberg Machines, Pizza Party
Chicago, IL
6
Program Concludes
Chicago, IL
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At a Glance

Alongside your grandchild, discover the wonders of science while exploring the Windy City. When you’re not making new friends big and small, you’ll get a chance to practice problem-solving skills with your grandchild as you build a robot, learn the scientific method while cruising the Chicago River, or design a zoo habitat for an African lion.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to 2 miles a day and standing at museums and on walking explorations.

What You'll Learn

  • Explore some of Chicago’s most iconic museums and learn about the animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo.
  • Build your very own robot and see it in action at the end of the workshop.
  • Explore Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry with fun and engaging activities included for all ages
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Aurora Cruz Nelson
Aurora Cruz Nelson is a seasoned world traveler and infinite life learner. She strives to ensure that others are positively impacted by their travel; her experience has given her a global perspective that she wants to share. She is motivated by her dedication to quality life for all. Aurora has held positions in education, nonprofits, and travel sectors. Her strengths include creativity, curiosity, and gratitude. Her favorite person is her teenage son, who she took on a six-country gap year.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Aurora Cruz Nelson is a seasoned world traveler and infinite life learner. She strives to ensure that others are positively impacted by their travel; her experience has given her a global perspective that she wants to share. She is motivated by her dedication to quality life for all. Aurora has held positions in education, nonprofits, and travel sectors. Her strengths include creativity, curiosity, and gratitude. Her favorite person is her teenage son, who she took on a six-country gap year.
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Kim Johnson is a lifelong Michigander. A graduate of Michigan State University, she spent over 30 years as a commercial banker. By happenstance, she discovered group leading which allowed her to retire early. This career change perfectly coincided with her grown sons venturing out on their own career paths. Today, Kim and her husband Greg are both enjoying life as group leaders with both students and adults. Her hobbies include hiking, reading, cycling, pet-sitting, and researching new places to visit.
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