Distance Learning - Virtual Invertebrate Encounter (PreK-Adult)
Description
Through interactive video conferencing, a featured invertebrate* is introduced with a story or activity and shown on camera. Then student scientists take the lead through inquiry, asking questions about the animal that set the direction for the remainder of this fun, back-and-forth session.
*Choose from a list of invertebrate options
Offered At
Butterfly Pavilion
Sitting on 11 acres of land, the Butterfly Pavilion was opened in 1995 and was the first stand-alone non-profit insect zoo in the U.S. There are five main exhibit areas to teach visitors about butterflies and other invertebrates. They offer both guided and self-guided tours along with a class facilitated by an educator. Or they can also bring the material straight to your classroom with interactive activities and live animals and/or specimens, models, and media.
Details
Subjects
Science, Biology, Life Sciences, Animals, Conservation
Capacity
30 students, 1 chap. per 30 stu.
Duration
45 min.
Activity
School Based Program
Grades
Preschool, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Postsecondary, Adult