Nature in the Classroom

Each program is 1 hour; $75 per program (school rate)

                         30 students or fewer

Living/Non-living

K-2

Investigate living and non-living things in compost

Animal Senses

K-2

Compare how animal senses are like our own

Animals in Winter

K-2

Play the role of animals preparing for winter hibernation

“Toadally” Amphibians

K-4

Study amphibians through metamorphosis and adaptations

Investigating Insects

K-4

Explore insect adaptations and life cycles

Amazing Arthropods

K-6

Discover the world of arthropods through an arachnid encounter

Slimy Slugs/Wiggly Worms

1-3

Have fun learning about these incredible creatures

Formula for Fossils 1-3 Ancient life forms in layers of rock: students make their own "fossil"

Call of the Wild

2-4

Explore how animals communicate with one another

Water Cycle 2-4 Learn about water cycle stages; play the role of a water drop
Food Webs 2-6 Explore the balance of the food web, chain, and pyramid
Predators in the Sky 2-6 The life and adaptive features of birds of prey
Skeletons and Skulls 2-6 Bat skeleton to bear skull: unique animal structures
Native Plants and People 2-6 Learn what native plants are and how past cultures used them

Cool Camouflage

2-6

Learn how plants and animals hide or blend in

Animal Adaptations

2-6

Explore the myriad of techniques animals use to survive

Geology Rocks 3-4 Rock cycle through igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rock
Balance and Motion 3-6 How creatures achieve balance and motion in their environment

Animals with Heart

4-6

Explore different kinds of circulatory systems among animals

Biodiversity Bonds

4-6

The ABC's of protecting biodiversity and loss of species

Digging into Decomposition 4-6 Explore a worm bin food chain & how vegetation is recycled

Nature’s Simple Machines

4-6

How concepts behind simple machines are used by nature

Solar System 4-6 Learn about earth's place in our solar system
Photosynthesis - Light of Life 4-8 Learn how light is harvested by plants to power the food web of life

Chemicals in Nature

5-6

How plants and animals use chemicals everyday

Big Picture Animal Kingdom

5-6

An intro to basic taxonomy of animals

Big Picture Plant Kingdom 5-6 An intro to basic taxonomy of plants (follow-up to Animals)
Geology in Motion 5-6 How plate tectonics are connected to land forms
Water Supply 6-9 Our water’s path from mountains to faucet

Water Conservation

6-9

How and why we need to care for our precious water resources
Groundwater

6-9

What is it and why is it important to our community
Soil: It's more than dirt. 6-9 Understand soil’s physical, chemical, and biological components

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 Habitat Field Programs


A two part program: one class and one field.
$150 per 2 part program; 30 students or less
(can register for one part for $75)

You choose a fieldtrip site or use our suggested sites.

  Your Water District MAY FUND Water Education!

Stream Connection (Possible field sites are Bear Creek or Cavanaugh Pond)

Salmon Cycles (class)

3-12

Learn about the incredible journey of this keystone species

Stream Ecology (class)

3-12

Learn why healthy streams must have healthy bugs at the base of the food chain

Stream Field (field)

3-12

See salmon in the Fall; explore for bugs the rest of the year

Wetland Connection (Possible field sites are Marymoor Ponds or your local retention pond)

Wetland Ecology (class)

2-6

Discover the valuable role our wetlands play in creating habitat

Wetland Filters (class)

4-6

Wetlands filter our water; see how it works

Watershed Basics (class)

5-12

Learn what a watershed is and how we can keep ours healthy

Wetland/Pond Dipping (field)

2-12

Use scientific method, nets and tubs to search for wetland creatures

Forest Connection (Possible field sites are Cougar Mountain or Tolt MacDonald Park)

Forest Habitat (class)

K-3 Discover the interconnected life in our forests

Forest Ecosystems (class)

4-6

Explore the Pacific Northwest forest ecosystem

Forest Field (field)

2-12

Immerse yourself in our beautiful Pacific Northwest forests

Nature Walk (field)

K-12

Get outdoors and explore a nature theme of your choice. Call us.

Puget Sound Connection (Field sites are Richmond Beach or Seahurst Park)

Tide Pool Play (class)

1-3

Tides, tide pools, moon and sun...discover connections through role play

Puget Sound Ecology (class)

3-12

Learn about one of the richest marine ecosystems in the world

Beach Walk (field)

1-12

Available Spring Only.

Aquifer Connection (Field site is Redmond Well)

Groundwater (class)

5-12 Learn what groundwater is and how communities depend on it

Well House Field Trip

5-12 Visit a working well house and see the water coming from the aquifer

 

Outdoor Discovery Days and Science Fairs

Make your Science Fair or 5th/6th grade Outdoor Education Camp a dynamic event!

Work with us to design your group’s custom nature program.
Benefit from our great props and knowledgeable naturalists.
Locate your own site, or let us choose one for you.
Call 425-836-2697 for a custom quote.
 

Resource Links for more programs!

Public Utility District/Water District Web sites for surrounding areas:
Saving Water Partnership - City of Seattle and others
Highline Water District 206-824-0375
Northshore Utility District (425) 398-4400 PHONE (24/7)
City of Redmond 425-556-2760
Sammamish Water and Sewer District  (425) 392.6256
Seattle Public Utilities (206) 684-3000
Snohomish PUD (425) 783-1000
Woodinville Water District (425) 487-4100 or (425) 827-2020
     
Small grants for funding programs (like these) are available through King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks. Visit   http://dnr.metrokc.gov/topics/awards-grants/AWDtopic.htm for more information and application instructions.
Environmental Mini-grants in amounts of up to $5,000 for schools, teachers, organizations and others.  More information may be found online at http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/rco/environmentalgrants.htm

 

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