Amphibian Alert

by North Carolina Zoo

Students will be able to identify what makes an amphibian
an amphibian. NC is known for its salamander populations; students will be
able to talk about salamanders. Frogs, and toads, are some of the most
recognizable amphibians that students can identify, but may not understand how
interesting they are, their life cycle, and be able to tell them apart. In this
program, students will learn more about a frog’s life and natural history.

Program Rating

This program has not yet been evaluated.

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $75.00

Length

45 minutes, best for lower elementary

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Kindergarten, 1, 2Public Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

100

Primary Disciplines

Science, STEM

Program Delivery Mode

Microsoft Teams

Booking Information

There is a minimum of four weeks notice for any program and full payment is due at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program date. For further information or to schedule a program for your school, contact the North Carolina Zoo's School Programs Office via 336.879.7718 or email at schoolprograms@nczoo.org

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

You must cancel at least two weeks before your program to receive a refund.

About This Provider

North Carolina Zoo

Asheboro, NC
United States

Our commitment to wildlife conservation translates into a desire for educating our community on different species you can find at the Zoo. We offer different educational programs for schools, groups, and families. Our programs are available for preschool all the way up to adults. Anyone who wants to learn about animals and their habitats is welcome.

Please note our school programs must be requested at least a month in advance due to high demand and scheduling limitations.

Contact:
Elizabeth Vickery
schoolprograms@nczoo.org
3368797718

Program Details

Format

1. Introduction to the topic, ask a couple of questions about what is an amphibian.
2. frogs and toads
3. salamanders
4. wrap up
5. Time is allowed for questions and answers at end (and throughout the program)

Objectives

• Students can define what an amphibian is.
• What are 2 kinds of amphibians we talked about.
• Students will be able to tell about at least 2/3 different species of frogs and/or salamander

Standards Alignment

State Standards

North Carolina Standard Course of Study:

LS.4.1 Understand the effects of environmental changes, adaptations, and behaviors that enable organisms to survive in changing habitats
ESS.4.3 Understand changes caused by human impact on the environment
LS.3.1.2 Obtain, evaluate, and communicate scientific information to explain why skin is necessary for protection and for the body to remain healthy.