Axolotl Adventure Camp - Featuring Live Axolotls
In this engaging 5-day camp, students will explore the fascinating world of axolotls through live axolotl appearances, hands-on activities, and interactive lessons on their biology, life cycle, superpowers, and conservation.
Tanee Janusz
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(592)
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
🐠 Join us for an exciting five-day adventure all about the amazing axolotl! This interactive camp is perfect for young animal lovers eager to explore the biology, life cycle, "superpowers," and conservation of these fascinating amphibians—with live appearances from a real axolotl! Each session includes engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and creative projects to spark curiosity and a love for science! What We’ll Explore Each Day: 🔬 Day 1: Meet the Axolotl! What makes axolotls unique? Fun facts & cool features (external gills, regeneration, and more!) 🎨 Activity: Axolotl Drawing Challenge 🐣 Day 2: Axolotl Life Cycle How do axolotls grow from egg to adult? What makes them different from other amphibians? ✂️ Activity: Life Cycle Wheel 🦎 Day 3: Axolotl Superpowers! How do axolotls regrow limbs and even parts of their brain? How do they survive in the wild? 🎭 Activity: Regeneration Roleplay (comic strip or mini skit) 🌎 Day 4: Axolotls in the Wild & Conservation Where do axolotls live? (Virtual visit to Lake Xochimilco!) Why are they endangered, and how can we help? ✍️ Activity: Axolotl Eco-Hero Poster 🎨 Day 5: Axolotl Creativity & Myth-Busting! Fun facts, cultural significance, and common misconceptions 🎭 Activity: Choose between Axolotl Origami, Clay Model, or Storytelling Why Join This Class? ✅ Live appearances from a real axolotl each day! ✅ Interactive, hands-on learning with creative projects ✅ Encourages curiosity about nature, biology, and conservation ✅ Fun, engaging, and perfect for animal lovers!
Learning Goals
🔬 Identify the unique physical characteristics of axolotls and explain how they differ from other amphibians.🐣 Describe the axolotl’s life cycle, from egg to adulthood, and compare it to the life cycle of other amphibians.
Other Details
Supply List
Day 1: drawing paper and pencil Day 2: printable lifecycle wheel that will be posted to the classroom, glue stick, crayons, scissors, and a brad (to make the wheel move) Day 3: Drawing paper to create comic strip, pencil, crayons/colored pencils Day 4: drawing paper, crayons, pencil (for a save the axolotl poster they will be making) Day 5: Option 1- Paper to do axolotl origami, Option 2 - clay to create an axolotl model, Option 3- writing paper & pencil to create an axolotl short story
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2022
4.9
592reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of New Orleans
I have cared for axolotls in professional setting for over 20 years. I now rescue them.Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
2-8 learners per class
