About the lab
Students take an on-board tour of the U-505 submarine and participate in hands-on activities as they explore the science and history behind the submarine.
- Grades: 4th - 8th
- Capacity: 30 students
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Cost: $100
- Offered Tuesday through Friday at 10 a.m. (Note: This lab may not be available during peak times)
Download the lab guide
Illinois Learning Standards
The content of this lab aligns with the following Illinois Learning Standards:
4: A, B; 6: B, C; 7: A, B; 10: A; 11: A, B; 12: D; 13: A, B
Pre- and Post-Visit Activities
Additional Resources
MSI's U-505 Submarine exhibit
www.msichicago.org/whats-here/exhibits/u-505
U-505 Instructor's Manual
www.msichicago.org/whats-here/exhibits/u-505/learning-tools/for-teachers
How Stuff Works: Submarines
www.science.howstuffworks.com/transport/engines-equipment/submarine.htm
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