Classification
Availability
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Group Type
School
Grade Levels
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Subject
Science
Learning Areas & Themes
Wild Animals, Adaptations, Food Webs/chains
Connections to MDE Academic Standards
3-LS4-3, 4-LS1-1, 5-PS3-1, 5-LS2-1, 1-LS3-1, 1-LS1.A, 2-LS4.D, 3-LS3-1, 3-LS4.C, 3-LS4.D, 4-LS1.A, 4-LS1.D, 5-LS1.C, 5-LS2.A, 5-LS2.B
Program Description:
Students will discover the unique physical adaptations in the five vertebrate classes, with comparisons to invertebrates. Mounts of local wildlife, including some of the Nature Center exhibit animals, along with pelts and skulls will enhance the students’ experience. Students will hike in search of examples of local wildlife by observing the animals and looking for signs of animal activity.


