Physics, Science & Math Days
Any Spring Operating Day
At Canada’s Wonderland, we've turned physics into a thrilling adventure! Bring your students along for a wild ride filled with specially designed physics, science, and math educational activities. Our roller coasters aren't just for kicks; they're your ticket to an exhilarating lesson in the laws of physics.
But wait, there's more! We've teamed up with top-notch educators and consultants to create activities and downloadable packets that not only serve as a resource guide but can also be tweaked to fit your unique teaching style and requirements. Learning has never been this exciting! Check out our Physics Companion Program guide.
After all that mind-blowing physics action, your students are bound to work up an appetite. Don't worry; we've got you covered. Elevate your Physics, Science & Math Day by adding a catered meal to the mix.
Channel your inner Isaac Newton, grab your students, and get ready for a day filled with laughter, learning, and maybe a few screams of joy on our awesome roller coasters. Canada’s Wonderland is not just a theme park; it's a physics playground! Contact us today to book yours.
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2024 Pricing:
- Students: $30.00 + HST (includes park and program admission)
- 1 complimentary admission ticket for every 15 purchased (Grades 9 – 12)
- 1 complimentary admission ticket for every 10 purchased (Grades K – 8)
Wondercoaster Building Contest
May 3, 2024
Canada's future engineers assemble to show off their ideas for Wonderland's next awe-inspiring roller coaster. This fun and educational contest put your students' understanding of physics to the test. Students enjoy this hands-on learning experience that focuses on gravity-driven rides, potential & kinetic energy.
Meal and Drink Options
Before Your Visit:
-Since the activities are meant to be summative, it is recommended that students be taught the curriculum content before their visit.
-Arrange students in groups of 10-15.
-Give each group the question sheets for one amusement ride (e.g. Riptide, Flight Deck, etc). For Grade 12, give each group the question sheets for one roller coaster and one “twirl & fling” ride.
-Have students familiarize themselves with the language in the activity sheets by reviewing Learning Science Language exercise & Definition Sheets.
-Have students complete Basic Measurements and Math Practice sheets.
-Have students construct their accelerometers. (Accelerometer Guidelines)
-Construct and judge projects (optional).
-Arrange for parent and teacher volunteers to supervise student groups.
-Check the park operating schedule for hours of operation.
Grade 5 - 8
-Grade-specific science activities focusing on the science and engineering of individual rides in the park
-Grade-specific park exploration activities focusing on travelling through the park observing science in action
-Rollercoaster building competition
-Grade-specific data collection and surveying in the park
-Grade-specific mathematics activities focusing on individual rides in the park
-Grade-specific park exploration activities focusing on travelling through the park observing mathematics in action
Grade 9 - 12
-Grade-specific activities focusing on observations, calculations, and problem-solving scenarios within the amusement park context
-Rollercoaster building competition
-Grade-specific park exploration activities focusing on travelling through the park observing mathematics in action
To secure space in a program, download the listed Order Form or Contact Us.
All school boards are insured with Canada’s Wonderland. A liability certificate is available for your board upon request to help you obtain approval for your field trip.
Unless otherwise noted, all ticket orders (admission and meal/drink add-ons) must be received 14 days prior to your visit to allow sufficient time to process your order.
Admission tickets and meal/drink add-ons are non-refundable. No rain checks are offered.
Unless you have purchased tickets directly online, groups of 100+ or those who ordered via order form will receive their tickets digitally through MyGroup Tickets, an online platform where you’ll receive and manage your group ticket order. Otherwise, they will be sent to you directly.
To modify your ticket order, email education@canadaswonderland.com or call our sales team at 905.832.7400.
Please note that we do not keep credit card information on file and will require this information again if you wish to pay via credit card. Changes made less than 30 hours in advance of your arrival, may not be accommodated.
Payments can be received via cheques (no personal cheques), money orders, VISA, MasterCard, and AMEX. Cheques should be made payable to Canada’s Wonderland. Purchase orders are not accepted. All school cheques will be processed through Canada’s Wonderland Accounts Receivable department for approval. If declined, another method of payment will be requested.
Note that we require payment at least 14 days in advance.
TICKET SALES ARE FINAL AND ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Prices, hours, dates, and attraction availability are subject to change without notice. Canada’s Wonderland reserves the right to be closed to the public and Season Passholders for private events, capacity limitations, and other reasons. Certain attractions may be closed due to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, maintenance, and other reasons. No rain checks or refunds.
We’re cashless! For your convenience, Cash-to-Card kiosks are located throughout the park to convert your cash to a prepaid debit card that can be used anywhere Mastercard [CM1] is accepted for no additional fee. For more information, please visit www.canadaswonderland.com/cashless.
Canada's Wonderland offers single meal deal, premium all-day dining, and restaurant vouchers for easy meal and drink options for your group. Email education@canadaswonderland.com or call our sales team at 905.832.7400 for more information.
One chaperone admission ticket will be provided for every 10 admission tickets purchased, grades K-8, or 15 admission tickets purchased, grades 9-12. Complimentary tickets do not include meal/drink add-ons. Please note that season passholders in your group do not count toward the total group number that would qualify for the complimentary tickets, with the exception of Festival of Music.
There are no complimentary ticket barcodes provided for meal options, Halloween Haunt or WinterFest.
In the event of inclement weather or unscheduled maintenance, certain rides may not be available. Programs, venues, dates, and fees are subject to change and/or cancellation.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed in the park. Exceptions are made for guests with special dietary needs to include food allergies and baby food and formula. Guests with special dietary needs should stop at Guest Services located at the Main Gate when they arrive at the park.
Canada's Wonderland offers single meal deal, premium all-day dining, and restaurant vouchers for easy meal and drink options for your group. Email education@canadaswonderland.com or call our sales team at 905.832.7400 for more information.
View our participating locations here www.canadaswonderland.com/dining.
Bus/motor coach parking is free. Bus drivers will receive a complimentary admission ticket when presenting their Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to Guest Services. Complimentary admission tickets do not include meal/drink add-ons.