February Series: Critter Explorations – Super Skates
Overview
Each week, young scientists dive into the world of marine organisms through themed literacy connections, live animal encounters, and hands-on exploration.
Highlights
Program Type: Lab
Program Date: Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026
Program Duration: 1:00–3:30
Cost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!)
Ocean Literacy Principle: #5: The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems.
Trip Description
Skates are related to sharks and rays. Students will figure out what all of these animals have in common. Students will touch a living skate, investigate adaptation and create a skate model.
Learning Outcome: This week emphasizes comparative anatomy and introduces basic and adaptation.