Habitat Safari Standalone Field Trip: Insects and their Kin
Students will engage in hands-on macroinvertebrate sampling across a range of habitats, collecting and observing aquatic and terrestrial insects up close. Through guided investigation, participants will examine each species’ unique characteristics, explore life cycles and metamorphosis, and discover the vital roles insects play in ecosystems. This immersive experience builds scientific inquiry skills and fosters a deeper appreciation for the small but mighty organisms that keep ecosystems thriving.
Program Location(s):
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Ipswich River, Topsfield
Grades:
K, 1, 2
Pricing and Financial Aid:
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Learning Standards Supported:
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PreK-LS2-2 (MA) - Ecosystems--Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics - how familiar plant/animals meet needs
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PreK-LS2-3 (MA) - Ecosystems--Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics - local plants/animals interdependence
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K-LS1-1 - From Molecules to Organisms--Structures and Processes - where animals and plants get food
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K-LS1-2 (MA) - From Molecules to Organisms--Structures and Processes - plants/animals, grow/change over time
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1-LS1-1 - From Molecules to Organisms--Structures and Processes - function of plant/animal body parts
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1-LS1-2 - From Molecules to Organisms--Structures and Processes - animal behavior effects survival
Contact:
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