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Bugs: Delve into the fascinating world of insects. We conduct a hands-on presentation with live insects as we discuss “What makes a bug a bug.” Through question and answer sessions, we engage the students in interactive learning about habitats, camouflage and predatory/prey relationships as we learn how to live with these six-legged creatures and their eight-legged arachnid predators. Geology of Maryland: What is a rock? What is a mineral? Learn about the three types of rocks and how they are formed. We bring a variety of samples to your classroom to further illustrate the many properties of rocks and minerals of Maryland and surrounding states. We also discuss how these minerals are utilized in the products we see around our homes, (i.e. Lightbulbs, pencils, cement, etc.) Mammals of Maryland: Learn about the different mammals around us through animal furs, skulls, and other artifacts. We will discuss predator/prey relationships, hibernation and estivation. This is a hands-on, interactive presentation, which also helps the everyone understand what are the defining characteristics of a mammal. (We usually use the skulls for 4th grade and above). Native American Life: Gather around as we discuss the various aspects of the lifestyles of the Native Americans found in this region, the Eastern Woodland Indians. We will discuss the jobs and duties of both children and adults, living quarters, food preparation, and other interesting facts about their 1800’s and earlier lifestyle. Reptiles and Amphibians: What is that scaly creature over there? Join us as we do a hands-on, interactive presentation with 12-15 different exotic species of reptiles. We bring everything from baby turtles to giant tortoises (exceeding 35 lbs), monitor lizards (over 4’ long), to large pythons (over 9’ in length). We discuss where these animals can be found, what they eat, and what eats them. Seasons: Why is it getting cooler? Why is it getting warmer? We will learn about the changing of the seasons and how they effect the flora and fauna of Maryland. Together we will explore some of the preparations the animals and plants make to ensure they will thrive during these climatic changes. Trees of Maryland: Let us bring the forest to you. We will explore topics such as how a tree grows, determining a tree’s age, the many uses of trees, how people and animals rely on trees, and vice versa. We also teach how to identify some of the trees in your schoolyard. (We have back-up indoor activities if the weather or season is not cooperating with our program). Weather: Join us as we investigate the changing of the seasons, types of precipitation, cloud formation, and how the sun drives the Earth’s meteorological events. |
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