2710 North Shoreline Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78402
United States
Phone: (361) 654-1450
Fax: (361) 881-1226
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 3, Public Library: Library Patrons
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 3, Public Library: Library Patrons
Primary Disciplines
Sciences, Social Studies/History, Ocean Literacy
Sciences, Social Studies/History, Ocean Literacy
Program Description
Students discover the unique creatures that live inthe Gulf of Mexico and in the deep hidden places in the sea. Students "virtually" visit the Islands of Steel exhibit, learn about the benefits of the ocean's top predators, and create their own sea monsters.
Program Format
1. This program begins with an interactive PowerPoint presentation.
Students discover the unique creatures that live inthe Gulf of Mexico and in the deep hidden places in the sea. Students "virtually" visit the Islands of Steel exhibit, learn about the benefits of the ocean's top predators, and create their own sea monsters.
Program Format
1. This program begins with an interactive PowerPoint presentation.
2. Video of deep sea creatures.
3. Viewing of real time cameras throughout the Texas State Aquariums 8 cameras.
4. Students create their own sea monsters.
5. Question and answer session.
Objectives
Learn about historical misconceptions about sea monstersLearn about the importance of top predatorsLearn how top predators are beneficial to their environmentIdentify Gulf of Mexico and Deep Sea animalsIdentify adaptations of top predators and deep sea animals
Learn about historical misconceptions about sea monstersLearn about the importance of top predatorsLearn how top predators are beneficial to their environmentIdentify Gulf of Mexico and Deep Sea animalsIdentify adaptations of top predators and deep sea animals
National Standards to which this program aligns
NS.K-4.3 LIFE SCIENCE As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop understanding of The characteristics of organisms Organisms and environmentsNS.K-4.5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop Understanding about science and technology Abilities to distinguish between natural objects and objects made by humansNS.K-4.7 HISTORY OF NATURE AND SCIENCE: As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop understanding of Science as a human endeavor
NS.K-4.3 LIFE SCIENCE As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop understanding of The characteristics of organisms Organisms and environmentsNS.K-4.5 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop Understanding about science and technology Abilities to distinguish between natural objects and objects made by humansNS.K-4.7 HISTORY OF NATURE AND SCIENCE: As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop understanding of Science as a human endeavor
State Standards to which this program aligns
TexasRelated TEKS:Science: 3.3 (A,D,E); 3.8 (A,D); 3.9 (A,B)Social Studies: 3.3 (A); 3.15(B)
TexasRelated TEKS:Science: 3.3 (A,D,E); 3.8 (A,D); 3.9 (A,B)Social Studies: 3.3 (A); 3.15(B)
Program Length
60 minutes for 3rd grade
60 minutes for 3rd grade
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $150.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
There are two program packages available. The pricing is based on number of students and shipping supplies.For more information please contact Stephen Jack at (361) 654-1450 .
By Request/On Demand Cost: $150.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
There are two program packages available. The pricing is based on number of students and shipping supplies.For more information please contact Stephen Jack at (361) 654-1450 .
Cancellation Policy
The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.The Texas State Aquarium reserves the right to cancel programs at anytime. If the Aquarium cancels a program then a full refund will be supplied.
The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.The Texas State Aquarium reserves the right to cancel programs at anytime. If the Aquarium cancels a program then a full refund will be supplied.
Is video taping allowed?
No
No
The Provider broadcasts over ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 384 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 384 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
A test call is required.The Texas State Aquarium bridges through our Education Service Center to connecting schools.The tech contact at the Service Center is Tina Cooper (361) 561-8457 .
How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
A test call is required.The Texas State Aquarium bridges through our Education Service Center to connecting schools.The tech contact at the Service Center is Tina Cooper (361) 561-8457 .
How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now