My Uncle’s Cousin’s Mother was a Tulip – 5th Grade
“My Uncle’s Cousin’s Mother was a Tulip “ – 5th Grade: There are connections and cycles everywhere in the environment. The air, water, earth and organisms of our planet are deeply interdependent and energy is in constant movement between them (ESS2-1, LS1-2). During this program we will use raptors as the starting point for a wild ride through food chains and beyond. We will challenge students to come up with any item or particle on planet Earth that cannot be connected back to the birds in Jackson Hole (PS3-1, LS1-1). Live raptors, activities/games appropriate for a variety of learners, and FUN are a part of every TRC program.
NGSS: 5-PS3-1, 5-LS1-1, 5-LS2-1, 5-ESS2-1
Cross Cutting Concepts: (PS3-1) Energy can be transferred in various ways and between objects. (LS1-1) Matter is transported int, out of, and within systems. (LS2-1, ESS2-1) A system can be described in terms of its components and their interactions.
Disciplinary Core Ideas: (PS3-1) The energy released from food was once energy from the sun. (LS1-1) Plants acquire their material for growth chiefly from air and water. (LS2-1, ESS2-1) Food and matter cycles can be traced through any ecosystem.
Practices of Science: Developing and using models, engaging in argument using evidence
Vocabulary: hydrosphere, geosphere, atmosphere, biosphere, food chain, food web, consumer, producer, decomposer, energy flow
Science Standards This Program Meets
5-ESS2-1 Earth’s Systems
- Grade: 5th Grade
- Discipline: Earth & Space Science
Develop a model using an example to describe ways the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and/or atmosphere interact.
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5-LS1-1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structure and Processes
- Grade: 5th Grade
- Discipline: Life Science
Support an argument that plants get the materials they need for growth primarily from air and water.
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5-LS2-1 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics
- Grade: 5th Grade
- Discipline: Life Science
Develop a model to describe the movement of matter among plants, animals, decomposers, and the environment.
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5-PS3-1 Energy
- Grade: 5th Grade
- Discipline: Physical Science
Use models to describe that energy in animals’ food (used for body repair, growth, motion, and to maintain body warmth) was once energy from the sun.
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About Teton Raptor Center
Teton Raptor Center is a non-profit organization located in Wilson, WY. Our work is focused around three pillars of research, rehabilitation, and education. Our education team is ready to deliver on just about any life science topic you could ask for! All programs are prepared and delivered for the grade, standards, and topics requested by the teacher. Program cost for us to travel to your school begins at $145 per program. Do NOT let cost be a reason not to inquire… we will work with you to help find funds for these awesome opportunities!
View All Programs Visit Website| Who | Any student, any age - we recommend keeping group size small (i.e. - class rather than assembly) so that we can get to know each group and engage in hands-on activities. |
| What | Life Science Lessons, K-5, using live raptors as the “hook”. We can adapt any of the programs listed here to a virtual platform! |
| When | We are available year round - most flexible from October 1 - June 1 |
| Where | We can come to you! Programs are available anytime, virtually, indoors or outside. Call to inquire about our virtual and in-person opportunities! We will work to meet your needs and bring our fun experiential programs to you in the best and safest way possible. |
| Why | Teton Raptor Center uses science every day. We are here to help students draw the connection between concepts and application. We bring the textbook to life. Our education team is ready to work directly with you to ensure our programs are meeting all of your expectations and needs. All STEAM subject areas are incorporated into our lessons. |