Turtle, Tortoise, or Terrapin?

Length

30-45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Adult Learners, Homeschool/Family , Learning PodPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

None

Maximum participants:

We recommend no more than 30 students

Primary Disciplines

Science, STEM

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)

Booking Information

Book it!

For more information contact CILC by email info@cilc.org or by phone (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

Please provide at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel. We will make every effort to reschedule your program to a more convenient day/time.

About This Provider

 

Center for Aquatic Sciences

Camden, NJ
United States

Based in Camden, NJ, the Center for Aquatic Sciences works to strengthen community connections to nature, wildlife, and the environment. Utilizing resources such as the animal collection of Adventure Aquarium as well as natural spaces and public waterways around the Delaware and Cooper Rivers, the Center’s programs educate learners of all ages about marine science and promote environmental stewardship.

Program Details

Format

Welcome and Introduction
Guided animal encounter
Debrief and Review

Objectives

Identify distinguishing characteristics of turtles, terrapins, and tortoises.
Demonstrate the ability to distinguish these creatures from one another.
Draw inferences about the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of turtles, terrapins, and tortoises through careful observation
Develop an appreciation for these and other forms of aquatic life
Identify at least one threat to their continued survival

Standards Alignment

National Standards

LS1A 3-5 -- Structure and function
LS1A 6-8 -- Structure and function
LS1A 9-12 -- Structure and function
LS1A K-2 -- Structure and function
LS1B 3-5 -- Growth and development of organisms
LS1B 6-8 -- Growth and development of organisms
LS1B 9-12 -- Growth and development of organisms
LS1B K-2 -- Growth and development of organisms
LS4C 3-5 -- Adaptation
LS4C 6-8 -- Adaptation
LS4C 9-12 -- Adaptation
LS4C K-2 -- Adaptation