Living Lab: Something's Squidy (Grades 3 - 8)
Description
Students will learn about the internal and external parts that help a squid survive its ocean habitat. From three hearts to a reduced shell, the squid is a fascinating mollusk to scientifically study.
This is a one-hour standards-based lesson with a Living Coast staff member. Exact program schedule varies by group size. Program duration includes rotations through one-hour lesson (led by staff), outdoor exhibit exploration, lunch, scavenger hunt and trail exploration (led by classroom teacher). Maximum of 3 classes per day (96 students).
Program schedule options: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM or 10 AM - 2:00 PM
Offered At
Living Coast Discovery Center
The Living Coast Discovery Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit zoo and aquarium located on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Founded in 1987 as the Chula Vista Nature Interpretive Center, we have served the San Diego community for over 30 years. The Living Coast Discovery Center is home to many native San Diego species including sharks, fish, lizards, and birds of prey. Students will have the opportunity to visit our animal ambassadors and explore the Sweetwater Marsh through trail exploration.
Details
Subjects
Science, Biology, Animals, Adaptation, Conservation
Capacity
96 students
Duration
240 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8