OMSI Comes To You Classroom programs
Classroom programs Experience an adventure in science without leaving the classroom. These programs include a general introduction to a science topic and hands-on, interactive activities. Up to 36 students per session (unless otherwise noted) 1 or 2 hours in length $145 for one 1-hr program (two 1-hr programs minimum) Travel fees may apply, see p. 33. Lab fees may apply, see program descriptions. Bi o l o gy Amazing Whales Young marine biologists take an up-close look at whales, examine baleen, and learn about the adaptations, habitat and stewardship of these amazing mammals. Students will touch real whale artifacts and crawl inside a 40- or 60-foot, life-size, inflatable whale. Room requirements: 50’x30’ area with an 8’ ceiling. Topics include adaptation, stewardship, mammal classification and whale ecology. Grades K–1, 2–3, 4–5 • 1 Hr
Bug Me! What has six legs, three body parts and invades your picnic? Students discover how insects’ bodies change as they grow, and how they survive in a world where they are one of nature’s smallest creatures. Participants will design their own insect to take home and will have the option to hold live insects. Topics include camouflage, insect anatomy and life cycles. Grades Pre–K—k, k–1 (24 Students Maximum For Pre–K) • 1 Hr
Going Batty Explore the intriguing world of bats and learn the truth about one of the most misunderstood and beneficial creatures on Earth. Students discuss communications and feeding, learn how to identify different types of bats from around the world, and take home their own bat creation. Topics include adaptations, anatomy, behavior and bat biology. Grades K–1, 2–3, 4–5 • 1 Hr
Hunters of the Sky Get a bird’s-eye view of how hawks, owls and eagles survive in the wild. Students learn about special adaptations such as “silent flight” and how their favorite birds of prey see and hunt. They will also discover what owls have for midnight snacks as they dissect owl pellets and take home their findings. Topics include adaptations, anatomy, biology and classification. Grades 4–5, 6–8 • 1 Hr • Add $20 Lab Fee Per Session
Microscopic Zoo What amazing creatures live in a single drop of pond water? Students learn to prepare slides and identify several species of microorganisms. This program teaches microscope skills and gives insight into an incredible microscopic world. Topics include animal adaptations, aquatic ecology, habitats and scientific equipment. Grades 4–5, 6–8 • 1 Hr • Add $40 Lab Fee Per Session
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