Adaptation Exploration
Program Length: 45 minutes
Program Cost: $120
Join us at a sea turtle rescue center in south texas to learn about land, freshwater, and sea turtle anatomy and adaptations. Explore the differences and similarities between these species and how they have adapted to their habitats.
Program Objectives
Students will:
- Identify traits of reptiles
- Gain an understanding of turtle anatomy
- Compare land turtles, freshwater turtles, and sea turtles
- Explore unique sea turtle characteristics and adaptations
- Discuss ways to reduce human impacts on the environment
Science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
- Kindergarten: 1B, 2A, 3A, 9B, 10B
- 1st: 1B, 2A, 3A, 10A,
- 2nd: 1B, 2A, 9C, 10A
- 3rd: 1B, 3C, 10A
- 4th: 1B, 3C,10A
- 5th: 9A, 9C, 10A
Vocabulary: adaptation, reptile,cold-blooded, keratin, cartilage, scutes, beak, streamlined, countershading, camouflage, natal homing