Planetariums Planetariums have wonderful exhibits and activities for youngsters. There are about 1,000 planetariums in the United States, ranging from small ones that hold about 20 people to giant facilities with 300 or more seats. These facilities are particularly useful for children in urban areas, where metropolitan lights and pollution obstruct one's view of the solar system. To find the nearest planetarium, call the astronomy or physics department at a local college, your local science museum, or the science curriculum specialist or science teachers in your school district. Aquariums Aquariums enable youngsters to see everything from starfish to electric eels.
Children particularly enjoy feeding times.
Call ahead to find out when the penguins, sharks, and other creatures get to eat. And check for special shows with sea lions and dolphins. Farms A visit to a farm makes a wonderful field trip for elementary school youngsters. But parents can also arrange visits. If you don't know a farmer, call the closest 4-H Club for a referral.