Live from the Flint Hills Resources Distance Learning Studio at the Texas State Aquarium! Through a series of real-time cameras, students can view and learn about the animals of the Gulf of Mexico! All programs are 50 minutes in length. Each videoconference package offers pre- and post-videoconference activities and hands-on interaction during the program.

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Grade 3

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Coral Reef Under Construction
Students learn about coral habitats, "virtually" visit Aquarium exhibits, and build their own reef.
Related TEKS: 3.2 (A,D,E); 3.3 (C); 3.8 (A,C); 3.9 (A); 3.10 (B)

Scoundrels of the Sea
Students discover the unique creatures that live in the Gulf of Mexico and in the deep hidden places of the sea. Students "virtually" visit the Islands of Steel exhibit, learn about the benefits of the ocean's top predators, and create their own sea monsters.
Related TEKS: Science: 3.3 (A,D,E); 3.8 (A,D); 3.9 (A,B) Social Studies: 3.3 (A); 3.15(B)

All About Water
Students learn about the physical properties of water, the relationship of water to living organisms, and the importance of water conservation.
Related TEKS: 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)

Grade 4

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The Saga of Sea-Leste
The Saga of Sea-Leste is an interactive puppet show about a sea turtle hatchling searching for other sea turtles and encountering many different sea creatures on her journey. Students “virtually” visit the Islands of Steel exhibit.
Related TEKS: 4.2 (E); 4.5 (A,B); 4.8 (A,C); 4.9 (A,B)

The Building Blocks of a Wetland
Students “virtually” visit the Outdoor Marsh exhibit. Students also learn about producers and consumers, food webs, and the importance of wetlands to the overall health of ecosystems.
Related TEKS: 4.2(C,D,E); 4.3 (C); 4.5 (A,B)

Helping Herons, Patching Up Pelicans, Rehabilitating Raptors
Students identify bird adaptations and meet patients of the Aquarium's Wildlife Rehabilitation Program. Students “virtually” visit live shorebirds at the Outdoor Marsh and Life of a Salt Marsh exhibits
Related TEKS: 4.1 (B); 4.3 (D,E); 4.5 (A,B); 4.8 (A,B)

Grade 5

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The World of Dolphins
Students meet the residents of Dolphin Bay. Students engage in hands-on activities that demonstrate the concepts of thermal regulation, ocean habitats, and human activities that threaten dolphin populations and their survival.
Related TEKS: 5.1 (A); 5.2(A); 5.3(C); 5.6(C); 5.7(BC); 5.8(B); 5.9 (ABC) 5.10 (AB)

Float Your Boat
Boats float! Students create and test their own boats, view ships in the Port of Corpus Christi, and come to understand the general physics of why even the largest and heaviest of supertankers do not sink.
Related TEKS: 5.1(A); 5.2 (A,B,C,D,E); 5.7 (C)

Sea of Submersibles
Students learn the importance of ocean exploration while understanding how new technology allows ocean submersibles to collect information. Students have the opportunity to create and test their own Autonomous Underwater Vehicle.
Related TEKS: 5.1 (A,B); 5.2 (A,B,C,D,E); 5.3 (D,E); 5.4 (A,B); 5.8 (A); 5.12 (D)

Grade 6

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North American River Otters
Students will learn the characteristics, behaviors, and adaptations of river otters and other otters found around the world. Visit Otter Space and meet our resident river otters. Play “Jeop-ottery” to review all the interesting facts learned about the North American river otter!

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Grades 6-12

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Marine Careers
Students will explore different careers available in various fields of marine sciences. Students will view interviews of professionals and discover how they achieved their goals. Finally, students will learn about college, financial aid, and internship opportunities.

Oceanography
Students will learn about the characteristics of oceans and the role of energy in weather and climate. Students will explore currents, ocean floor topography, and ocean communities from the shallow waters to the deep sea vents. Students will enjoy views of Corpus Christi Bay and the Islands of Steel exhibit.



Development of Aquavision programs made possible by generous funding from the Education Service Center Region 2 and Flint Hills Resources.