A specially designed floor game will allow your students to collect, measure, and identify models of some salamander species. This program includes a worksheet and a close-up encounter with selected salamanders. This program includes animal collecting using plankton and seine nets, microscope work, lecture, hands-on activities and related art projects. Through slides, discussions and hands-on experience with biofacts, children will gain new insight and appreciation for this perfect predator. Fish dissection may be included to compare and contrast the anatomy of bony fishes and sharks.
Students take home worksheets are provided.
We will show you selected tanks from a keeper's eye view, explain the mechanics of cleaning water and exhibits, and daily care and feeding of our animals. Animal adaptations will be discussed at selected exhibits. The Hudson River, one of the most beautiful and historic rivers of our nation, flows through our city and enriches our lives. Learn how the Hudson River, an urban corridor, helped to develop industry, create cities and inspire great works of art. Meet river residents via slides, biofacts and our Hudson River exhibit.