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Reptilia's
Extra Curricular Programs
Reptilia's extra curricular
programs can be taught as an after school program or a lunch time
program. Each session is approximately 60 minutes in length. Children
participating in these programs will have the opportunity to interact
with and learn about reptiles and amphibians.
They will gain an advantage in the classroom because the sessions
will focus on topics they are expected to learn about in class.
For example, they will learn about the characteristics of reptiles
and amphibians, the life cycles of these animals, and more. Subject
material is chosen based upon the age range of students participating
to ensure overlap with the science and technology curriculum.
However, we will use reptiles to teach them about these concepts
in a fun and interactive manner that will enrich their learning
experience. The following is an outline of the topics that can
be addressed over the 8 week period:
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| Session 1: Introduction
to Reptiles |
Participants will be introduced to different types of reptiles including
snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, and crocodilians. They will
be given a general overview of the group.
This session will focus on lizards as a group. Participants will
be introduced to different types of lizards and they will learn
about the many ways in which they make a living. Animals to be used
include Sal a young Savannah Monitor, Marie a Monkey-tailed Skink,
Ferdinand a Frilled Dragon, and more.
| Session 3: Turtles,
Tortoises, and Crocodilians |
This session will focus on turtles, tortoises, and crocodilians.
Participants will learn about these animals and their environments.
Students will meet Albert and African Spur-thighed Tortoise, Sheldon
a Red-eared Slider Turtle, Angus our Alligator Snapping Turtle,
and Lou an American Alligator.
This session will feature Julia Squeezer the Boa Constrictor, Kellogg
the Corn Snake, Buffalo Bill the Bull Snake, and many others. Participants
will learn about snakes and the true nature of these wonderful animals.
| Session 5: Introduction
to Amphibians |
Participants will be introduced to different species of frogs, toads,
and salamanders. We will discuss the characteristics of these animals
and compare them to reptiles and mammals.
The life cycles of amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and plants will
be compared. We will discuss similarities and differences in the
way these animals grow and change.
| Session 7: Senses and
Sense Organs |
Participants will learn all about the senses and the way they are
used by animals, including humans, to gather information about the
environment. The sensory abilities of different animals will be
compared. Animals featured in this session will include snakes with
infra-red heat sensing abilities, lizards with an incredible sense
of smell, and more.
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8: Wrap up Session |
We will review the major concepts discussed during the previous
sessions. Students will all have the opportunity to have their photograph
taken with one of the animals present. The photographs will go home
with the students along with a certificate!
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