Wild Cats Explorers Camp
Learn about the characteristics of wild cats while listening to the sounds they make, looking at pictures, playing games, and creating art. Find out where in the world your favorite wild cats live by exploring different continents each day.
Amalia Fernand, M.S. Nature/Earth Science
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(1,103)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Did you know that there are about 36 species of wild cats in the world? Learners will become familiar with the classification of different groups of wildcats, their habitats, and food webs. The differences between domestic and wild animals will be discussed while meeting a live pet cat. Ms. Amalia will facilitate crafts, games, and discussions while looking at photo slideshows, listening to the sounds wild cats make, and sharing her adventures of traveling and searching for wild cats around the world. This class will journey to the different continents of the world together to find out which wild cats live where and how to tell them apart! What is your favorite wild cat? The beginning of each class will be an opportunity for introductions, sharing, and guided discussion. Students may bring items to class to share related to wild cats such as toys or stuffed animals, pet cats, books, pictures, or artwork, etc. Day 1: Wild Cats of the Americas Day 2: African Wild Cats Day 3: Eurasian Wild Cats Students may also have the opportunity to interact with the Nature Explorers International classroom program animals, including: Scaly: the Corn Snake Slimy: the Tiger Salamander Lizzie: The Leopard Gecko PLEASE NOTE: Classes may run up to five minutes over the scheduled time depending on learner discussion and questions
Learning Goals
Students will learn where in the world wild cat species live and how to identify them while also discussing the differences between domestic and wild animals.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Scissors are needed for the recommended optional craft projects and parental guidance is required for the use of scissors.
Supply List
Optional craft projects will be provided for before, during, or after class. Please check the classroom for detailed instructions about each project. Print-outs will be attached to classroom posts. Tiger Clips Materials: ~printed attachment ~coloring utensils ~scissors ~clothespin ~glue Optional: magnet, google eyes
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
4.9
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am teaching this class because I am enthusiastic about sharing my passion for wildlife with students and have been lucky enough to see many wild cat species in the wild. I have a master's degree in Ecological Leadership and Education with an undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies. Reviews
Live Group Class
$42
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
4-12 learners per class
