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The following presentations for children and youth can be designed for any age group, interest or need and are aligned to Florida's Department of Education Sunshine State Standards. Mother Nature's Story serves as the introductory segment for children's tours. Mother Nature tells a story utilizing realistic animal props about animals in distress and how they were helped by children. True case histories that demonstrate the issues challenging non-human animals today are incorporated. Each program is accompanied by follow up materials and an opportunity to meet the sanctuary's residents. You Can Be an Animal Hero is an interactive program where Rocky Raccoon, Horace B Horse and Kitty T Cat help demonstrate how children can be heroes to animals. The Animal Hero Pledge card is distributed to each participant. Wild Neighbors demonstrates how to live in harmony with our wild neighbors, including amazing facts and adaptations about diverse native wildlife. What are the dangers? What can we do to help? Find out in this lively, interactive presentation. Younger groups are treated to a fun guessing game using realistic animal props which reinforces the information learned. The importance of recycling is brought home with the Recycle! presentation. Items that were found in a beached whales' stomach are disseminated. The challenges facing marine mammals are discussed as well as what individuals can do to make a difference.
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The State of the Animal Nation is a presentation for middle schools, high schools and colleges. It highlights the current reality for a wide range of species of animals, locally and globally. With the ever expanding Florida and world population, the impact an individual's actions can have on other animals and the planet is discussed. Eating as if the Earth and Animals Matter outlines the impact our food choices have on the environment, other animals and our health. Family science classes have found this presentation useful; each program provides food samples and follow up materials. A fun quiz concludes this presentation. Careers Helping Animals is great for school career days. Jobs that help animals are outlined; the training and rewards are discussed. Individuals that are currently working in the field may attend the presentation. Interactive Dramatizations are theatrical presentations and include "Kids Help Wildlife," "A Day in the Life of A Jungle Family" and "Free in the Sea." These presentations delight younger children with the handmade costumes, native habitat backdrop and appealing story line.
To book an education program or inquire about upcoming workshops, contact Susan Hargreaves, Education Consultant, Phone: 561-575-5517, E-mail: |
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