Program
Adaptation Exploration
Join Sea Turtle, Inc., a premier sea turtle rescue center in South Texas, for an engaging and educational experience focusing on turtle anatomy and adaptations. Dive into the fascinating world of land, freshwater, and sea turtles to uncover how these species have evolved to thrive in their unique habitats.
Program Objectives:
Identify Traits of Reptiles: Understand the defining characteristics that make turtles part of the reptile family.
Gain an Understanding of Turtle Anatomy: Explore the anatomical features shared by land, freshwater, and sea turtles.
Compare Land Turtles, Freshwater Turtles, and Sea Turtles: Learn about the similarities and differences between these species and how their adaptations suit their specific environments.
Explore Unique Sea Turtle Characteristics and Adaptations: Discover the special traits and adaptations of sea turtles that enable them to survive in the ocean.
Discuss Ways to Reduce Human Impacts on the Environment: Examine practical strategies for minimizing human impact on turtle habitats and promoting environmental stewardship.
Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Kindergarten: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 5B, 5F, 5G, 12B, 13B
1st: 4A, 5B, 5F, 5G, 11A, 11B, 11C, 12A, 12C, 13A
2nd: 4A, 5B, 5F, 5G, 12A, 11B, 13B
3rd: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5B, 5C, 5F, 5G, 11B, 11C, 13A
4th: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5B, 5F, 5G
5th: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4B, 5B, 5F, 5G, 12A, 12B, 12C, 13A, 13B
6th: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4C, 5B, 5C, 5F, 5G, 12B
7th: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4C, 5B, 5C, 5F, 5G, 11B
8th: 1A, 3B, 3C, 4C, 5B, 5C, 5F, 5G
Biology: 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4C
HS Aquatic: 3B, 3C, 4A, 4C, 4E, 13B, 13C, 14B. 14C, 14E, 14F
Environmental Systems: 3A, 3B, 3C, 4A, 4C, 6F, 11A, 11B, 13A
Ready To Book Your Offsite Program
Join us for this enlightening program and deepen your knowledge of turtles while learning how you can contribute to their conservation!
Inspire your students to become advocates for sea turtle conservation in their local community
Learn important environmental science concepts
Questions
Contact us today at education@seaturtleinc.org or 956-761-4511 x 102 to schedule your interactive program or to discuss how we can tailor our offerings to best fit your needs. Let’s work together to make a splash and promote a brighter future for our oceans!