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 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.
Grades
K to 8
Price
$125 for one group
$95 each for up to two additional groups in the same program
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–5
Key concepts: Adaptations, habitats, enrichment, engineering, behavior, biological needs.
Skills: Observation, data collection, collaboration and communication, problem solving.
Grades 6–8
Key concepts: Adaptations, habitats, physiology, behavior, engineering, biological needs, enrichment.
Skills: Data collection, data synthesis and analysis, collaboration and communication, designing solution.
Standards
K-5 Standards: NGSS 2-LS4-1, 3-LS3-1, K-2-ETS1-2, Common Core: ELA-Literacy- SL.K-5.1.
6-8 Standards: NGSS MS-LS1-4, Common Core: ELA-Literacy- RST.6-8.2.
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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
Tuesdays and Thursdays
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 each for up to two additional groups in the same program