Dive into the fascinating world of sea stars in this fascinating, exploratory program focused on one of the ocean’s most iconic creatures! Students will discover what makes sea stars unique, explore the diversity of local species, and learn how body shape, size, and number of arms affect how they move. The program includes a live touch tank where students can get up close with real sea stars and observe their features firsthand. And for an extra splash of excitement, students can cheer on their favorite echinoderms in sea star races - a fun way to explore how these animals move using their tube feet. Through guided activities and observation, students will uncover the important role sea stars play in marine ecosystems and get a chance to see them in action!
Want us to come to you? We can bring the sea STARS program to your classroom! For in-class delivery, we will supply all required materials.
Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: $60.00 (or $70.00 for in-class delivery, plus mileage to and from the program)
Links to the BC Curriculum
Big Ideas
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Living things have life cycles adapted to their environment (Grade 2 Science)
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Living things are diverse, can be grouped, and interact in their ecosystems (Grade 3 Science)
Content
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Characteristics of living things and their needs (Grade 1 Science)
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Life cycles of different organisms (Grades 2–3 Science)
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Biodiversity in the local environment (Grade 3 Science)
Curricular Competencies
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Make observations about living things in the local environment (Grade 1 Science)
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Make predictions based on prior knowledge (Grades 2–3 Science)
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Identify questions about familiar objects and events that can be investigated scientifically (Grade 3 Science)
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Consider ethical responsibilities when deciding how to conduct an experiment (Grade 4 Science)
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Compare results with predictions, suggesting possible reasons for findings (Grade 4 Science)
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