Aquavision – Distance Learning

Enjoy the charismatic animals at the Texas State Aquarium LIVE in your classroom! The Flint Hills Resources Distance Learning Studio at the Texas State Aquarium provides access to our animals and staff through web-based and H.323 technology.

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All Grade Levels

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Virtual Tour

Take a virtual tour through several exhibits at the Texas State Aquarium. Great for an overview of Gulf of Mexico habitats and animals, or use it as a preview for a field trip.

Marine Careers

Students will participate in exploring career opportunities in the marine field. Learn what it takes to start your voyage!

Kinder – Grade 2

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Grade 3

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Coral Reef Under Construction

Journey into this unique and valuable habitat. View exhibits, learn about coral animals, and build a reef in the classroom.

Science: 3.2 (A,D,E); 3.3 (C); 3.8 (A,C); 3.9 (A); 3.10 (B)

All About Water

All life on Earth needs water! Learn about the basic properties of water and water conservation.

Science: 3.2 (B,C,D,E); 3.3 (C); 3.5 (A,B); 3.7 (B); 3.8 (A,B,C); 3.9 (A); 3.11 (A)

Scoundrels of the Sea

Learn the misconceptions and truths behind the idea of sea monsters and create some monsters of your own!

Science: 3.3 (A,D,E); 3.8 (A,D); 3.9 (A,B)  Social Studies: 3.3 (A); 3.15(B)

Grade 4

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The Saga of Sea-leste

Sea turtles are among the most recognized sea creatures on the planet. Learn the anatomy of a sea turtle, watch a puppet show and view Tortuga Cay!

Science:  4.2 (E); 4.5 (A,B); 4.8 (A,C); 4.9 (A,B)

Seahorses: Fish or Freaks of Nature?

What species lives under water, has the tail of a monkey, eyes like a chameleon, body armor like an armadillo and suction power like a vacuum? The seahorse! Join the Texas State Aquarium for an in-depth look at these curious creatures.

Grade 5

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Float Your Boat

How do those heavy cruise ships float? Test the properties of buoyancy and density as your students create their own boats in the classroom.

Science: 5.1(A); 5.2 (A,B,C,D,E); 5.7 (C)

Dive in with Dolphins

Meet Shadow and Kai! Learn dolphin anatomy, talk like a dolphin, and enjoy the aerial acrobatics of our dolphins!

Science: 5.1 (A); 5.2(A); 5.3(C); 5.6(C); 5.7(BC); 5.8(B); 5.9 (ABC) 5.10 (AB)

Surviving Earth’s Ecosystems

Students will learn and explore different animal adaptations. We will look at each ecosystem and study what makes them unique.

Science: 5.9 A,B,C

Grade 6

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North American River Otters

Students will learn the characteristics, relatives and adaptations of river otters. Visit Otter Creek and meet our resident river otters!

Science: 6.10 (B,C) 6.12 (C)

Grade 7

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Biomes of the Earth

Let’s explore our Earth! What is the difference between a savanna and a prairie? We will discuss animal adaptations, biome characteristics, and learning the importance of these exceptional habitats.

Science: 7.3(C); 7.5(B); 7.10(B); 7.11(B); 7.12(A,B,C,D)

Alternative Energy Sources

Change the way you think of energy. We will look at different types of energy sources and discuss the benefits and drawbacks. Students will decide which energy source is the best choice!

Science: 6.3 A,C; 6.7 A,B; 6.9 C

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