Virtual Field Trip: Penguins at Shedd
Shedd Aquarium is a long way from the chilly waters of the Southern Hemisphere. So how does Shedd provide a habitat for Magellanic and rockhopper penguins that meets their specific needs? Join us on a synchronous virtual field trip inside the penguin habitat to observe these animals up close and learn some of the surprising ways in which Shedd staffers care for these charismatic birds. Pre and post-trip asynchronous lessons are also provided.
This 50-minute program is offered for grade K-8 classes on select Tuesdays – Fridays at 9:45 a.m., 10 a.m., or 1 p.m. based on availability.
Grades
K to 8
Price
$125 for one group
$95 for an additional group in the same program
Dates
Program duration
50-minutes
Live from Behind the Scenes virtual field trips are interactive digital experiences that bring animals and the staff members who care for them to a school classroom to inspire students with real examples with science.
Grades K-2
Key concepts: adaptations, habitats, enrichment, engineering, behavior, biological needs, STEM careers
Skills: observation, data collection, collaboration and communication, problem-solving
Standards
- NGSS: K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-2, 2-LS4-1
- Common Core: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.K-2.5
- Amplify Connections: K – The Needs of Plants and Animals; 1 – Plant and Animal Defenses
Grades 3-5
Key concepts: adaptations, habitats, enrichment, engineering, behavior, biological needs, STEM careers
Skills: observation, data collection, collaboration and communication, problem-solving
Standards
- NGSS: 3-LS4-2, 4-LS1-1
- Common Core: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3-5.1.D, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.3-5.2
- Amplify Connections: 3 – Environments and Survival
Grades 6-8
Key concepts: adaptations, habitats, physiology, behavior, engineering, biological needs, enrichment, STEM careers
Skills: data collection, data synthesis and analysis, collaboration and communication, designing solutions
Standards
- NGSS: MS-LS4-4, MS-LS3-2, MS-ESS2-6
- Common Core: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.4, CCSS-ELA-LITERACY.SL.6.2
- Amplify Connections: 6 – Ocean, Atmosphere and Climate; 6 - Traits and Reproduction; 8 - Natural Selection
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Accessibility
The learning environment as part of this lesson may include the following sensory triggers: unusual noises-which may be loud, low or moderate; changes in lighting; and, quickly moving, live camera footage.
We believe there should be no boundaries to your Shedd Aquarium experience. If you have an accommodation request related to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or 312-939-2438. We look forward to assisting you.
Availability
Select Tuesdays-Fridays. See program calendar for dates.
Duration
50 minutes
Partners
This project was made possible in part by the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
Price
$125 for one group
$95 for an additional group in the same program