Virtual Aquarium Mini Camp for Kids
This program has ended for the season. Please check back soon for more dates.
Who’s ready to go on an animal adventure? Join Shedd animal experts to take a virtual tour and dive into the world of aquatic animals with Virtual Aquarium Mini Camp for Kids—a remote learning program for kids in grades K-2 and 3-5!
This virtual adventure will transport your animal explorer to Shedd Aquarium, where they will investigate the impressive world of aquatic animals and uncover unique animal adaptations that will leave them in awe! Your voyager will look nature in the eye as they meet animals up close, explore aquatic habitats and participate in hands-on activities, games and more! Each session will have a different animal or habitat focus and is designed to be fully engaging for kids grades K-5.
We look forward to celebrating aquatic animals and habitats in a whole new way with your animal explorer!
Dates
This program has ended for the season. Please check back soon for more dates.
Previous Virtual Aquarium Mini Camps
What does my explorer need?
- An internet connection
- A device that supports the Zoom platform
- A webcam and microphone (so explorers can play games, share their ideas and show off their creations!)
- A daily snack
- A water bottle with a cap
Optional:
- Printed activity pages
- A pencil
- Crayons/colored pencils/markers
Accessibility
The program includes use of the audio and video engagement functions of the Zoom platform and use of scissors, drawing implements, glue and tape.
At Shedd Aquarium, we believe there should be no boundaries to your experience. If you have an accommodation request related to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or leave a message at 312-692-3312. We look forward to assisting you.
Questions
If you have additional questions please contact us at [email protected] or leave a message at 312-692-3312.
What do families say about Shedd's remote learning programs?
“I can't believe how much fun he's having and how much he's learning about animals through the K-2 class! Plus, the instructors are really kind and patient with the children, allowing them to answer so many questions and participate actively.”
“Both of our children really enjoyed the experience. They were engaged for the entire time, eagerly looked forward to each session and were sad to see it end. The leaders and special guests were very knowledgeable, patient, fun and able to capture my kids' attention and participation in appropriate inquiry and entertainment. I was so impressed with how each activity was organized, timed and planned to minimize distraction for the kids and to keep them engaged.”
“It's so engaging and interactive. It’s really the happiest I've seen my kiddo in a while.”
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No refunds will be issued unless Shedd Aquarium cancels the program. Shedd Aquarium reserves the right to cancel the event for any reason. If your event is canceled, you will be informed by phone as soon as possible. In the event of a cancellation, you will receive a full refund within 30 days, based on your original method of payment.
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Meetings will be held on Zoom. We will send an email with the link and password to the Zoom meeting no later than 30 minutes prior to the start of the program. For security purposes, you must log in using your child's first name and last initial. We will only admit users to the session whose names appear on our roster. Please note: We will not admit participants who have not returned the participation agreement prior to the program.
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- An internet connection
- A device that supports the Zoom platform
- A webcam and microphone (so explorers can play games, share their ideas and show off their creations!)
- A daily snack
- A water bottle with a cap
Optional:
- Printed activity pages
- A pencil
- Crayons/colored pencils/markers
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Each session will be facilitated by two of our enthusiastic instructors, who have experience engaging learners in virtual settings. Each session will have up to 20 participants.
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- One two-hour interactive virtual learning session.
- Two weeks prior to the program, you will receive a “Virtual Explorer Guide” with all the information and activity resources your camper will need for the day.
Dates
This program has ended for the season. Please check back soon for more dates.