Science Hatchery is a special program that provides research experiences in a marine nursery. During our 90 minute experience we teach K-12 grade level students how to foster and nurture local marine animals in our Aquatic Nursery, a unique laboratory-on-exhibit where we grow young sea animals AND young scientists. Students can exercise their investigative skills as they conduct short sampling and measurement activities focused on baby animals that are raised for conservation, food, or research.
Young Investigators
Program Length: 90 minutes
Day/Time Offered: Tuesday - Friday, 10 am
Grades: 3 - 6
Location:
Program Cost: FREE with one large bag of aluminum cans per class
Month(s) Offered: October - August
Description:
Students will learn about basic animal morphology, including how adaptations of different body forms have evolved for different purposes. Activities include anatomical illustration, touching shark eggs, using lab equipment, and feeding lab-grown food to some of the nursery animals.
Reservations are required. Most public schools must make tour reservations through their district office. Private and other schools must submit the Reservation Form. No phone reservations will be taken. Attention LAUSD Teachers: Your group tour must be reserved through the School Journeys office. Check your school's office for supplemental trip forms.