Gr. 2-5: Desert Discovery - a virtual tour through the Indianapolis Zoo's Desert Biome

Take a virtual tour of the Indianapolis Zoo Deserts Biome and learn more about deserts and the unique animals you’ll find there. We’ll also take you behind-the-scenes to learn more about how we care for our desert friends here at the Indianapolis Zoo!

Allison Young
dlearning@indyzoo.com
1200 W Washington St
Indianapolis, IN 46222
United States
Phone: (317) 630-2044
Fax: (317) 630-5114

Gr. 5-12: Lewis & ClarK: The Beginning of the New West

The Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804 to 1806 offers something for every student—adventure, danger, wild animals, fascinating Indian cultures, and more. With three published books on the subject, Dorothy Hinshaw Patent (www.dorothyhinshawpatent.com, www.InkThinkTank.com) brings the expedition alive with descriptions of the hardships along the way, stories of close calls with grizzly bears, challenges from the elements, and surprising discoveries. In the process, students will learn important information about the geography and history of the American west.

Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
dorothy@inkthinktank.com
302 Pondside Drive
White Plains, NY 10607
United States
Phone: (406) 251-3820

Gr. 4-7: Weather, Weather Everywhere

This art-infused science program addresses earth science standards as students learn about the hydrologic cycle (water cycle), and its effect on cloud formation and weather. Students will also learn to identify different types of clouds, including cumulus, cumulonimbus, cirrus and stratus clouds, with help from artworks in the museum’s collection. In addition, students discover that artists were meticulous observers, and weather systems centuries ago were very similar to what we experience today. Discussion includes the water cycle, cloud formation, temperature and precipitation. There is also an optional “Cloud in a Bottle” interactivity during the program.

Dale Hilton
DLBooking@clevelandart.org
11150 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
United States
Phone: (216) 707-2491
Fax: (216) 421-9277

Gr. 3-7: Friend, Foe or Food? Symbiosis in Nature

How do some animals survive in the wild? They rely on each other! Meet a variety of animals at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium that are a part of the complex symbiotic relationships animals share such as mutualism, commensalism, parasitism, and predator/prey.

Laura Frasher
distance.learning@columbuszoo.org
9990 Riverside Dr
Powell, OH 43065
United States
Phone: (614) 724-3609

Gr. 4-8: Scientists in Action - Bugging You

This 45-minute live broadcast connects Museum scientists directly with students via satellite link up for a two way interactive experience.

Immerse students into the world of scientists if only for a short while. Scientists share new discoveries, demonstrate field research techniques and answer questions to give students a window into science careers. This multiple experience program provides a 20 minute video in advance of the broadcast date to familiarize students with the science and the scientists they will interact with.

Gianna Sullivan
Gianna.Sullivan@DMNS.org
2001 Colorado Blvd.
Box #2
Denver, CO 80205
United States
Phone: (303) 370-6097
Fax: (303) 370-6006

Gr 4-12 - Trail of Tears: a History of Southeastern Indian Removal

The Trail of Tears is one of many scars in our nation's history of relations between Native Americans and white settlers. A study of this period can provide perspective on events throughout American history as well as on problems that we still face today. Legislation was part of what enabled this dark time, but it is equally important to consider the very human stories involved on both sides of the conflict. We will review the history of settler-Native American relations and develop an understanding of the issues and current events on the minds of those living in the period. Students will gain a perspective on both sides of the conflict, as well as a base of knowledge about the history of Southeastern American Indians and their interactions with white settlers. This program is designed to be customized to your group’s age and knowledge level. When appropriate, students will join in guided analysis of primary documents pertaining to the lesson and discussion of the issues at hand.

Kelly Fisk
kelly.fisk@huntsvilleal.gov
3101 Burritt Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
United States
Phone: (256) 512-0148