ESBOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION / EXPLORATORY ENRICHMENT
PROGRAM DETAILS


Rainforest Butterflies
Presented by Rainforest Exploration
Provider Contact
Contact
Steve Fratello
West Islip, NY 11795
Phone
631-321-1509
Website
Program Description
Observe and discuss displays of spectacular rainforest butterflies and moths from the world's tropical rainforests, many collected by presenter. Discuss rainforest geography, climate, Lepidoptera life cycle, insect body parts, differences between butterflies and moths, camouflage and other scientific concepts using tropical insects as models. Presenter has explored the world's tropical rainforests for approximately 1,000 days including leading scientific expeditions for the Smithsonian and Field Museums. Correlates directly with the study of Tropical Rainforests, Animal Adaptations and Traits.
Categories & Resources
Categories
Science, Visual Arts (VA) ,
Program Details
Grades
3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,Professional Development
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Arts Standards
2,4
Other Standards
MST
Curriculum Connections
Biology , Environmental Studies , ,
Culturally Responsive
1,2,3
Cost
Cost Single: $350
Cost Multiple: $350
Duration
60 minutes