$55
for 5 classes
Animal Adaptations Camp | Meet Live Animals | Ages 8-11
Completed by 14 learners
Ages 8-11
Live Group Class
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(268 reviews)
Star Educator
Popular
Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
2-10 learners per class
40 min
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Surviving in the wild is no easy feat. From predators lurking in the shadows to extreme temperatures to extended food shortages, animals have adapted to survive some of the harshest and most challenging ecosystems in the world. In this five-day camp all about animal adaptations, we will learn how and why animals have developed some of the most incredible (and unusual) physical characteristics and behaviors. Each day of camp will focus on a new challenge that has caused animals to adapt. We will start off learning about what adaptations are and how animals develop them before jumping into the bizarre adaptations that allow animals to avoid predators and end with the beautiful and unique characteristics that help animals attract a mate! Each day will include examples using our LIVE ANIMALS, amazing photos and videos in an engaging Google Slide presentation, an activity, group discussion, and resources for them to explore after the live video call (more videos, fun websites, outdoor exploration activities, crafts, etc.). Through discovering the weird and wonderful characteristics that help animals survive, students will develop a new appreciation for the natural world and learn how to protect it. Day 1: What is an adaptation? Day 2: Avoiding predators Day 3: Finding food Day 4: Surviving the climate Day 5: Attracting a mate
Learning Goals
Students will understand how and why animals adapt to their particular ecosystem.
Students will identify common adaptations (camouflage, venom, hibernation, etc.) that animals use to survive.
Students will feel empowered to conserve the natural world and understand how they can make a difference.Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Arizona State University
Read below to learn about my courses, background, and policies.
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Hi there!
My name is Sarah and I am so excited to explore wildlife, science, and conservation with your learner. I was born and raised in the Metroparks of Ohio, but I currently call the Sonoran Desert of Arizona my home.
I have had a strong love for wildlife and nature for my whole life and have built my career around it. In 2017, I graduated cum laude from Arizona State University with a B.S. in Conservation Biology and Ecology. I am a Certified Environmental Educator in Arizona and a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association for Interpretation.
After college, I worked on several wildlife studies in the field studying species like the western diamondback rattlesnake, spectacled rattlesnakes, and Bahamian rock iguanas. I gained experience as an informal educator developing programs for schools and homeschool students at the Phoenix Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, South Mountain Environmental Education Center, and SeaLife Aquarium.
At the start of COVID, I founded an organization that creates wildlife and conservation STEM resources for K-8 students, including a science curriculum program that teaches core science subjects with an engaging animal twist.
My greatest objective as an educator is to make science FUN. My classes cover important science topics while using wildlife and nature as our driving forces.
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I offer a series of one-time, multi-day, and ongoing classes. Please feel free to request one-time classes if you do not see a session posted.
One-time classes and multi-day classes always include a live animal. Please check class descriptions for ongoing classes.
Refund policy:
~~For one-time classes: Please message me at least 48 hours in advance to find another available session.
~~For ongoing classes: Please request a refund by messaging me at least 48 hours before the session begins. Refunds will not be offered if class is sold out as I cannot fill the spot of your learner.
~~One-on-one classes: Please reach out to reschedule at least one week in advance.Reviews
5 total ratings, 4 with reviews
Review summary for this class
The reviews overwhelmingly praise the teacher's engaging and upbeat teaching style, making students feel welcomed and important. Students gained a lot of knowledge about animal science and conservation in a way that was informative and understandable for young learners. One parent noted their child was eager to keep taking classes from this teacher. Take this class to expose your child to a fun and educational experience that will ignite their passion for animals and the environment!
This summary was AI-generated from parent reviews
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