| |
|
Title: |
Sweetbriar Nature Center Educational Programs Pre-School, Kindergarten, Grade 1 |
|
Sub Title: |
at the Sweetbriar Nature Center, Smithtown, New York |
|
Date: |
September 14, 2012 - December 31, 2012 |
|
Time: |
Varies
|
| Admission: | Call 631-979-6344 for dates and times. |
|
Location: |
Sweetbriar Nature Center |
|
Street Address: |
62 Eckernkamp Drive |
| |
Smithtown, NY 11787 |
|
Description: |
Sweetbriar Nature Center Educational Programs Pre-School, Kindergarten, Grade 1 at the Sweetbriar Nature Center, Smithtown, New York. Call 631-979-6344 for dates and times.
AT SWEETBRIAR NATURE CENTER
Five Senses
90 minutes $6.50 per child
Children use their senses as they explore the nature preserve... They are introduced to our live resident animals as they use their senses to learn about the special traits of reptiles, birds and mammals. The children will receive a special sticker to remind them of the joy of using their senses in the natural world.
Life Cycles
90 minutes $6.50 per child
Through stories, role playing, and direct interaction with the natural world, children will learn that all things in nature change, and that many of the changes are cycles including life cycles. The life cycles represented are that of plants, butterflies and frogs.
Treasure of the Tropical Rain Forest
1 hour $6.50 per child
Children will discover some of the wonders of the tropical rain forests and begin to appreciate the wonders of this ancient ecosystem. Children will take a trek through a mock rain forest, meet live animals and end with a fun, participatory activity to remind them about life in the rain forest.
Discovering Dinosaurs
1 hour $6.50 per child
This program introduces students to the world of dinosaurs, through observation and discovery. Through a mock fossil dig, a dinosaur scavenger hunt, and live animals, students will be introduced to these awesome creatures and how paleontologists find out about them using fossils. Create a dinosaur craft to take home.
AT YOUR FACILITY
Animal Interviews
55 minute $6.00 per child
Live examples of each of the mammal, bird and reptile families are brought to your classroom. The presentation will focus on the characteristics that make each wildlife family unique. Experience a scaly snake, an ancient turtle, a curious bird, and a furry mammal.
Discovering Dinosaurs
1 hour $6.00 per child
This program introduces students to the world of dinosaurs, through observation and discovery. Through a mock fossil dig, a dinosaur scavenger hunt, and live animals, students will be introduced to these awesome creatures and how paleontologists find out about them using fossils. Create a dinosaur craft to take home.
Sweetbriar Nature Center offers educational opportunities for all ages, either at our nature preserve or at your facility. Whether you want your students to learn about metamorphosis and butterflies, explore the treasures of the tropical rain forest or examine predator/prey relationships, Sweetbriar has the program for you! Our programs are designed to involve participants through the use of live animals, hands-on activities and interactive experiences. It is our hope that all visitors will gain a better understanding and respect for the natural world. Programs are designed by educators to enhance and supplement the life sciences guidelines of the New York State science curriculum. Supplemental materials are provided both before and after each program. |
|
Contact: |
631-979-6344 |
| |  |
| |  |
| |
|
|
|
 |
|
