Grade 3
Coral Reef Under Construction
Students learn about Coral habitats, "virtually" visit Aquarium exhibits, and build their own reef. Related TEKS: 3.2 (A,D,E); 3.3 (C); 3.8 (A,C); 3.9 (A); 3.10 (B)
Scoundrels of the Sea
Students discover the unique creatures that live in the Gulf of Mexico and in the deep hidden places of 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. Related TEKS: Science: 3.3 (A,D,E); 3.8 (A,D); 3.9 (A,B) Social Studies: 3.3 (A); 3.15(B)
All About Water
Students learn about the physical properties of water, the relationship of water to living organisms, and the importance of water conservation. Related TEKS: 3.2 (B,C,D,E); 3.3 (C); 3.5 (A,B); 3.7 (B); 3.8 (A,B,C); 3.9 (A); 3.11 (A)
Grade 4
The Saga of Sea-Leste
The Saga of Sea-Leste is an interactive puppet show about a sea turtle hatchling searching for other sea turtles and encountering many different sea creatures on her journey. Students “virtually” visit the Islands of Steel exhibit. Related TEKS: 4.2 (E); 4.5 (A,B); 4.8 (A,C); 4.9 (A,B)
The Building Blocks of a Wetland
Students “virtually” visit the Outdoor Marsh exhibit. Students also learn about producers and consumers, food webs, and the importance of wetlands to the overall health of ecosystems. Related TEKS: 4.2(C,D,E); 4.3 (C); 4.5 (A,B)
Helping Herons, Patching Up Pelicans, Rehabilitating Raptors
Students identify bird adaptations and meet patients of the Aquarium's Wildlife Rehabilitation Program. Students “virtually” visit live shorebirds at the Outdoor Marsh and Life of a Salt Marsh exhibitsRelated TEKS: 4.1 (B); 4.3 (D,E); 4.5 (A,B); 4.8 (A,B)
Grade 5
The World of Dolphins
Students meet the residents of Dolphin Bay. Students engage in hands-on activities that demonstrate the concepts of thermal regulation, ocean habitats, and human activities that threaten dolphin populations and their survival. 5.1 (A); 5.2(A); 5.3(C); 5.6(C); 5.7(BC); 5.8(B); 5.9 (ABC) 5.10 (AB)
Float Your Boat Boats float!
Students create and test their own boats, view ships in the Port of Corpus Christi, and come to understand the general physics of why even the largest and heaviest of supertankers do not sink.Related TEKS: 5.1(A); 5.2 (A,B,C,D,E); 5.7 (C)
Sea of Submersibles
Students learn the importance of ocean exploration while understanding how new technology allows ocean submersibles to collect information. Students have the opportunity to create and test their own Autonomous Underwater Vehicle. Related TEKS: 5.1 (A,B); 5.2 (A,B,C,D,E); 5.3 (D,E); 5.4 (A,B); 5.8 (A); 5.12 (D)
Grade 6
North American River Otters
Students will learn the characteristics, behaviors, and adaptations of river otters and other otters found around the world. Visit Otter Space and meet our resident river otters. Play “Jeop-ottery” to review all the interesting facts learned about the North American river otter!
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Grades 6-12
Marine CareersStudents will explore different careers available in various fields of the marine sciences. Students will view interviews of professionals and discover how they achieved their goals. Finally, students will learn about college, financial aid, and internship opportunities.
Grades 11-12
OceanographyStudents will learn about the characteristics of oceans and the role of energy in weather and climate. Students will explore currents, ocean floor topography, and ocean communities from the shallow waters to the deep sea vents. Students will enjoy views of Corpus Christi Bay and the Islands of Steel exhibit.
Development of Aquavision programs made possible by generous funding from the Education Service Center Region 2 and Flint Hills Resources
Registration Form PDF On Demand Cost: $150.00
Auburn Carpenter
acarpenter@txstateaq.org2710 North Shoreline Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78402
(361) 653-2620
Fax: (361) 881-1257
http://www.texasstateaquarium.org/education_Aquavision.cfmThis update is from the CILC Weekly Updates at www.cilc.org
Were the Vikings ruthless warriors or traders and settlers? Find out by examining replica Viking artefacts and hearing about life, trade and boats in Viking times.
Grade 3
Pirates, conspiracy, highway robbers, and other sinister forces confronted ships in the Delaware River in the 17th and 18th Century. Travel back in time from 1693 to 1770 when Fort Mifflin was a defensive position against such men and used as a jail for captured privateers and hung those found guilty of piracy. This action packed program separates fact from fiction about pirates. You'll learn the "pirate code," see weapons that were used and the booty they fought and searched to hold.
Students will have the opportunity to explore examples of the ship Art on the Battleship New Jersey. They will discover the jobs available to the crew who furnished the artwork on the ship. Through interpretation of this art students will learn about life aboard the ship as well as create their own ship art with provided art supplies. Short video clips of oral histories from those who served will enhance the educational experience.
African Americans' naval service stretches back to the beginnings of the nation. Thousands of black men fought in the American War for Independence, many in the new Continental Navy. In the Civil War, black men made up a substantial portion of the Union Navy's enlisted personnel -- 30,000 sailors. But by the dawn of the new century, things had changed. In 1919, the Navy closed the door on opportunities for African Americans by halting Navy enlistment. Due to attrition, just 0.55% of the Navy’s enlisted forces were black in 1932, while seventy years earlier, during the Civil War, it had been 25%. Why did this happen? Join us as we examine the role of African Americans in the US navy from 1904 to the present day.