Estuary:Life on the EdgeRequest this Program Now
Content Provider
Calvert Marine Museum
Contact Information
Melissa McCormick
mccormmj@co.cal.md.us
PO Box 9714200 Solomons Island Road South
Solomons, MD 20688
United States
Phone: (410) 326-2042 ext. 41
Fax: (410) 326-8217
Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Primary Disciplines
Community Interests, Sciences, Social Studies/History
Program Description
Students will explore the diversity of an estuary and learn how the terrapins, horseshoe crabs, and other animals in our touch tank have adapted to their unique habitat, and how these adaptations help the animals stay alive.
Program Format
1. This program begins with an introduction to the watershed, helping students understand the connections to larger water sources.2. We will explore the different habitats within the estuary.3. We will explore Diamondback terrapins, horseshoe crabs, sea stars, spider crabs, and learn how they have adapted to the estuary.4. We will explore how different kinds of reproduction can assist in survival.
Objectives
1. Students will learn what an estuary is.2. Students will explore the animals that live in the estuary.3. Students will examine adaptations for survival.
National Standards to which this program aligns
NS.K-4.3 LIFE SCIENCEAs a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop-* Characteristics of animals* Life cycles of animals* Organisms and environmentsNS.5-8.3 LIFE SCIENCEAs a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop understanding.*Diversity and adaptations of organisms.*Regulation and behavior
Program Length
1 hour
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $100.00
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Cancellation Policy
We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature, or for programs canceled due to technical problems with our equipment. We will charge the full fee for programs not canceled at least 48 hours in advance for any other reason.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
The schools are required to dial us.