Butterfly Pavilion will be closing early on Tuesday, September 3 at 4 p.m. with last admission at 3:15 p.m.

Habitat Explorers

1st-3rd

Take a closer look at invertebrates and their habitats to uncover the crucial roles these amazing creatures play in ecosystems around the world and in your own backyard! Join us on an exciting journey to explore various habitats and the fascinating invertebrates that inhabit them.

This hands-on, immersive experience aims to ignite curiosity about the intricate connections within diverse ecosystems. Participants will delve into the lives of invertebrates, from insects and arachnids to mollusks and crustaceans, learning about their unique adaptations, behaviors, and ecological roles.

Learning Objectives:

Awareness: Students will be aware of the interconnectedness of habitats.
Compassion/Empathy: Students will nurture compassion for diverse invertebrates.
Empowerment: Students will gain Knowledge and motivation to help the well-being of our planet.

Addressing Misconceptions: One common misconception we will address is that every habitat is separate from another.

Curriculum Standards Supported:

Colorado Science Standards

1-LS2-1 All organism have external parts that they used to perform daily functions
2-LS2-2 A range of different organisms live in different places
3-LS2-2 Being part of a group help animals obtain food, defend themselves and coop with changes

Next Generation Science Standards

2-LS4-1 make observation of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats
3-LS2-1 Construct an argument that some animals form groups that help members survive