I've never seen a sheep shearing before, so as part of my lil homeschool last year we took a field trip to satisfy my curiosity and hopefully learn a few things too.
Our experience was in Lancaster, PA at the Amish Farm and House, where they host annual events showing their sheep shearing. We were fascinated at the importance of shearing sheep to keep them cool and clean from some diseases but also how mellow they can be with an experienced handler during what appears to be a fairly aggressive process. We also enjoyed wandering the grounds and participating in other Amish based entertainment afterwards. My family definitely recommends this experience.
www.amishfarmandhouse.com