Arrange a videoconference presentation or series of programs that are tailored to your programming needs.
Each program is 30-40 minutes in length and is designed to be interactive and, when applicable, a live animal component with a reptile or invertebrate is available for many of the programs. Cost is $70 per session and includes system test prior to program and specially designed pre and post activities as well as a system check prior to the day of programming (we utilize Skype for distance learning programming). Contact MaryEllen Mateleska at
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for additional information, including tailoring a topic.
Sample distance learning topics for grades K-5:
- Penguin Palooza (weather permitting, this program is conducted at the penguin exhibit) - All children love to imitate penguins, so think how much fun it would be to see someone dressed up as one from beak to tail! Through movement and hands-on activities, students will love learning about these adorable “birds that can’t fly.”
- Amazing Reptile Adaptations - What is a blue-tongued skink and where does it live? What is the difference between a tortoise and a turtle? Students will discover many fascinating facts as they learn about the amazing adaptations reptiles from around the world have to survive in their own unique habitats.
- Rocky Shore Exploration and Adaptations - The aquarium is the perfect setting for students to learn about the beautiful rocky shores of the Long Island Sound and investigate the native plants and animals that live there. Learn how difficult it is for animals to live in this harsh environment and the adaptations they have developed for rocky shore survival.
- Sharks!- Sharks are in trouble. Of the roughly 375 shark species, 66 are threatened or endangered, mostly due to overhunting and the effects of pollution. In this class, students will learn about the fascinating shark species, the challenges they must overcome for survival, and the conservation efforts underway to protect them.
- Beautiful Belugas (weather permitting, this program is conducted at the penguin exhibit) - Through interactive activities, students discover the many adaptations these charismatic marine mammals have for survival in their ocean habitat. A costume is used to transform a staff member into a whale, highlighting these amazing adaptations.
Sample distance learning topics for grades 6-12:
- Career Exploration
- Sustainable Fishing
- Comparative Evolution
- Endangered Ecosystems
- Squid Dissection
- Sharks and Shark Dissection
- Corals and Jellies
- Marine Mammals and animal training
- Deep Sea Life and Exploration
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