Life in Ponds and Streams (Grades 2-4)
SESSION 1: Mondays, September 14-October 5 (Online registration closes September 12); 9am-12pm
SESSION 2: Mondays, October 19-November 9 (Online registration closes October 17); 9am-12pm
Grades 2-4
$199
Location: Eben G. Fine Park
What secrets lie beneath the surface of the streams and ponds in our area? What animal left those unusual tracks along the water’s edge? What kind of nest is that between the branches above? What is the name of that insect that buried its larvae beneath the mud? Are all things in a pond or stream ecosystem somehow connected? We will answer these questions and many more as we explore the water systems in the Boulder area. We will look at the smallest animals under a microscope and catch larger ones with a net. We'll make a diorama of an animal in its habitat, and create cattails to learn about the importance of this plant in our local marshes. Join us for this watery outdoor adventure!
This class meets the following Next Generation Science Standards: 2-LS4-1 Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats and 3-LS3-2 Use evidence to support the explanation that traits can be influenced by the environment.
Science Discovery will provide the following materials for this class: Scientific Journal Kit, Create Your Own Net Activity, Exploration and Investigation Kit, Cattail Science Craft, Design and Build Animal Habitat Kit, Watershed Experiment and Aquatic Biome Activity.
Reminder: All participants will receive a short health screening and a thermal temperature check upon arrival to the check-in area for each class gathering.
What to Bring: Because this is an outdoor class, participants are required to bring the following to each class:
- Backpack for carrying their personal items and class materials. Note: In order to limit individual interactions, all participants will be required to carry their own items.
- A mask appropriately sized to cover the child's nose and mouth and any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child will be utilizing. Note: Wearing of masks will be required for all participants.
- Filled water bottle.
- 1-2 snacks, depending on the child's needs.
- Appropriate footwear for exploring the outdoors.
- Clothing appropriate for the weather; jacket, sweatshirt and/or rain jacket recommended in case of weather change.
Grade Policy: Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for this program.
Cancellation and Transfer Policy: Cancellations made more than 15 business days prior to the start of the program will incur a $35 administrative fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 15 business days of the start of the program. In the event that a program is cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund. Transfer requests made up to 15 days prior to the start of the program will incur a $15 administrative fee. Transfer requests made within 15 business days will incur a $35 administrative fee.