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Bats, Rats, Black Cats and More! (The Misunderstood Animals of Halloween)

Does your learner love biology, animals, or Halloween? In this one time course, we will be setting the record straight on the misunderstood creatures of Halloween such as owls, ravens, spiders, and more!
Greg Korczak B.S.
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Rising Star
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1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
This is a class all about the misunderstood animals of Halloween such as bats, rats, and black cats. Learners will learn the truth behind some of the most popular animals associated with Halloween and why they are associated to begin with. Other animals to be included will be snakes, wolves, spiders, ravens and owls too!

Halloween is a holiday celebrated on October 31st. For many it is a beloved day full of fun, such as dressing up in costumes or getting some awesome sweets from neighbors and friends! For others, Halloween is taken differently and is a lot more spooky... 
In preparation for the 31st, some get in the holiday spirit and decorate their homes with lights, spider webs, skeletons, and "creepy" animals among other items. Some of these may be hanging bats, lurking rats, perching ravens and owls, unrealistically large spiders, or the ever famous black cat. All of these animals are linked to the most frightening holiday of the year, but are they really that scary? If they aren't, then for what reason are they associated symbols of this holiday?

After this class, it may just turn out to you that all our favorite Halloween animals aren't spooky at all!... and yes, that does include snakes and spiders :)
Through this class, we will set the record for these super cool animals that truly deserve our respect! 
All these animals are awesome in their own way, but animals such as spiders, owls, snakes, bats, and wolves truly play a huge role in the native and natural ecosystems they are apart of.
We will also touch on the biology and ecology of the majority of species talked about in class.

*Education on these misunderstood animals is a start to making sure native wildlife will be here for generations to come. These species have been negatively associated through human fear and are not any less deserving of conservation attention. Rats and Black Cats make awesome pets in the majority of scenarios as well*

We will talk about what actions to take if we were to stumble across some of these species in day to day life, whether in the wild or at home.
This is a lecture style, interactive class with many opportunities to ask and answer questions from myself or other students.
No prior knowledge or experience needed to take this course. A love for animals is most definitely appreciated :)

If you are scared of any of these species or view them in a negative light, I hope through this course and some education I can change your mind about many of these vital and wonderful creatures. Respect is crucial in appreciating and understanding any animal!
Learning Goals
Learn the origin story behind why some of our favorite Halloween animals are associated with the spookiest holiday.
Learn the truth behind these awesome and marvelous animals, including their interesting biology and ecology.
Learn the importance behind breaking negative stigma surrounding these animals.
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Joined January, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from The Pennsylvania State University
Hello prospective parents and guardians! My name is Greg or "Mr. G" and I'm an educator from New Jersey, U.S.A..
For over two decades I’ve had a fascination for all there is to do with the natural world and the creatures that call it home. I have worked with and cared for a multitude of species (dogs, frogs, cats, birds, rodents, lizards, snakes, turtles, hedgehogs, fish, various other wildlife, and much more!) throughout the entirety of my life as I tend to my own mini animal sanctuary, love, and work conserving/ researching animals from around the world. I have been teaching learners from over 50 countries here on Outschool since early 2021!  :D 
I graduated from The Pennsylvania State University where I received a Bachelor's degree in Biology and a Minor in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences! My coursework in university focused on veterinary sciences, biological/natural sciences, and wildlife (Mammalogy, Ornithology, Herpetology, Conservation, and Management). I spent time as a veterinary assistant, have participated in university studies and ongoing research regarding plants and animals (invertebrates, reptiles, various flora), have worked as a fauna and flora surveyor through college and beyond. My continued research of the world around us and outreach is one of my greatest missions. I love hearing about my students' interests and knowledge and look forward to imparting my own to them as well!
My focus as an educator is fostering a love for learning, animals, and what the world has to offer past, present, and future. My teaching style is inclusive, interactive, and hands-on. I believe learning should be fun, enjoyable, and thrilling for both student and teacher. I have a variety of animals that can be incorporated in class to help get learners engaged and excited about nature and the world we live in. We need to get our next generation connected to nature and the organisms that live alongside us to pass the torch and save all that we can!
My passions apart from animals are cooking, art, conservation of the planet, and outdoor activities such as hiking and animal surveying. 
I absolutely adore what I do and I'm so excited to meet and teach your learner! Thanks for stopping by and remember... never stop learning!

For specific scheduling requests/ class times, please send me a message!
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*Class is available at the time you are signed up for*
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Have a wonderful day :)

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