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We offer exciting programs
for local business and community organizations. The programs,
which are tailored to your specific needs,
will include experiential
activities, artifacts, handouts, or slides. |
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Wild Weather
From day to day, changes in the weather to repeating seasonal patterns, there is always weather about which to learn. Students experiment with the tools used to measure aspects of the weather, discover why we have seasons, experiment with all states of water and even, make it rain in the classroom. Ideal for K-3.
CS: K.4,K.5, 2.4, 2.5 (2 hours) |
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Our Changing Earth
Students will explore how the earth changes and how living organisms cause changes in the environment where they live. They will discover that changes occur at different rates: some noticeable some too fast to see and others too slow to see. Ideal for grades K-2. CS: K.2, K.3, 1.3 (1-2 hours)
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Meteorology
Learn to use an anemometer, barometer, thermometer and wind sock to measure and predict the weather. Discover what types of weather accompany high and low pressure, warm and cold fronts, and different types of clouds. Ideal for 4-6 grades. CS: 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7 (2 hours) |
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Shaping the Earth
Explore how earth is shaped by wind, water, ice and heat. Experiment with volcanoes, glaciers, soil erosion, earthquakes and many more natural occurrences that shape the earth. See first hand how the earth is changing shape. Program ideal for grades 3-5. 4.8,4.9,4.10 (2-3 hours) |
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Amazing Animals
Meet our center's pets and observe animals in the wild. See how animals resemble their parents, have observable features that help them live in their habitat, and what they rely on to survive. Ideal for 3 years-K. CS: K.3, K.4, K.5, K.6 (1-2 hours) |
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A Year of Ohio Wildlife
Enjoy a hayride to the woods to visit Ohio plants and animals at various seasons. Examine behavior, appearance and food changes throughout the year. Ideal for 2-3 graders. Requires two or three visits to the same
location. CS: K.6, K.5, 1.5, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9 (2 hours) |
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Nature's Recyclers
Students can explore a rotting log to find the thousands of creatures that turn the material into rich soil. They will identify decomposers, discover how nature recycles and see this process first hand. Ideal for K-3. CS:K.5 |
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Eco-Systems
Discover that an organism's survival is based on availability of food and resources in their eco-system. Experience how an organism causes change in their eco-system and how these changes can be beneficial, neutral or detrimental . Ideal for grades 4-6. CS: 4.5, 5.4, 5.5,5.6
(2-3 hours) |
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Awesome Adaptations
Use a dichotomous key to classify wetland plants and explore plant adaptations. Examine how birds benefit from their various special features. Discover wildlife adaptations that are stranger than fiction. Ideal for grades 3-6. CS: 3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.3, 5.5, 5.6 (2-3 hours) |
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Habitat
Every animal has its unique habitat. Reach into the mystery box to discover what a habitat contains. Explore different habitats to learn about what makes each one unique. A fun filled program with songs, games, exploration of woods, wetlands, meadows, and gardens. Ideal for K-3. CS: K.5,K.6,1.1,2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.6, 3.2
(2-3 hours) |
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Everybody Eats
Examine the interdependence of life through the food chain. Define producers,
consumers and decomposers. Examine photosynthesis and how most foods
can be traced back to plants. Play games, role play and become part of
the food chain. Ideal for grades 3-5 CS: 2.5, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
(2 hours)
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Web of Life
Field study, games, and hands-on activities that help participants gain an
appreciation of the interdependency and delicate balance of nature. Covers
broad content: great for whole school programs. K-6 CS: 1.4, 2.4,6,4.1,4.5,
5.3,5.4,5.6,6.8, 7.3,7.4,7.5 (2 hours) |
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Custom Programs
Our professional teaching staff is glad to customize any of our existing
programs or even work with you to meet your curriculum needs with programs
not listed above. Call 419-448-7485 to schedule. www.earthliteracy.org
Email: earthliteracy@sbcglobal.net |
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Senses
Use your five senses to make observations in our natural world. Use tools
and simple equipment to enhance your senses when observing our natural world.
At FELC this includes a walk in the woods, wetlands and activities inside
the center. Ideal for Pre-K-1. CS: K.7,1.6 (1-2 hours) |
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Technology Resources
Define energy and technology and discover the benefits and risks of both.
Discover how we use technology to make life easier. Examine the resources
that we use for energy. Examine inventions and create new technological tools.
Ideal for whole school programs and available for any grade K-6.CS: K.1, K.2,
K.3, 1.1, 1.2,1.3, 1.4, 1.5,2.1, 2.2, 3.2, 3.3,4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1,
6.2 (2 hours) |
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Special Notes
- All programs use Scientific Ways of Knowing and Scientific Inquiry content
standards.
- All Programs can be adapted to each specific age level. Content varies by
grade level.
- Some programs are best presented in certain seasons.
- Inclement weather may result in the need for certain programs to be rescheduled.
Please inquire for details.
- Children need to be dressed appropriately to enjoy their outing.
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Program
Fees:
Please call 419-448-7485 for details.
Payment of Fees:
Fees are due on the day of the program. Please pay by check,
if possible, made payable to: Franciscan Earth Literacy
Center
Cancellations:
Programs will be canceled and rescheduled if school is closed
for the day. If the roads are bad, it is the school's decision
if they will cancel the program.
Additional Information:
Confirmation materials will be sent
prior to your visit. Please remind students to dress appropriately
for outside programs. |
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How
to Register:
Reservations for the 2005-06 school year can be made now.
Early planning is advised. Call the Franciscan Earth Literacy
Center at (419) 448-7485 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
or e-mail the center at earthliteracy@sbcglobal.net. Direct
inquires to the Environmental Education Coordinator.
| Information Needed When Contacting Us: |
- Organization name, phone number, mailing address
- Contact person for confirmation materials
- E-mail address
- Program choice, date, and time
- Grade, age and number of participants, including
adults
- Name(s) of teachers
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Chaperones:
We appreciate chaperones and feel that they greatly add
to the learning environment; however, we request that
they follow these guidelines: |
- Be an active participant.
- Comply with and enforce the rules set for the children.
- Turn off cell phones and pagers.
- Dress for the weather and the setting.
- Be mindful of the students' safety.
- Encourage the children to ask questions.
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The programs at the
Franciscan Earth Literacy Center are designed to
help all ages understand the precious balance of nature. Groups
such
as the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts can take advantage of the
expertise
of our staff and the diversity of our grounds |
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Each program will be customized to meet your needs.
Fee: $5.00 per scout.
* Additional fee applies to cover cost of materials.
** 4 activities will be completed and a referral for another
will be given
*** Seed Race, Baby Beans & Simple Plants will only be set up, with
materials provided.
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Contact information for Seneca County Recycling & Litter
Prevention (SCRLP) 3140 S. State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
Phone: (419) 443-7922
Fax: (419) 448-5759
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| We offer exciting programs
for local business and community organizations. The programs,
which are tailored to your specific needs, will include experiential
activities, artifacts, handouts, or slides. |
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All camps run from 8:00 am- 12:00 pm except Aquatic Adventures (8:00-3:00).
Registration is required. Space is limited! Call (419) 448-7485 now to register. Click Here to download our flyer. |
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June 9-12: Animal Adventures (ages 5-10) $45/child
Everything you wanted to know about how to care for your pets. Interact with domestic animals and learn from animal experts. Enjoy activities and games about domestic animals and pets.
June 16-19: Camp Dig (ages 5-10) $45/child
Are you ready to explore our earth like an Archeologist? Participate in activities, experiments, and an archeological dig for hidden bones in a large dig project that will allow participants to recreate an animal.
June 23-26: Grow it-Eat it (ages 5-10) $45/child
Have fun learning about gardening and taking part in building the community garden. Along with learning where your food comes from, kids will enjoy making fun, healthy snacks and eating plants that are found in the garden.
July 7-10: Create and Invent (ages 5-10) $45/child
Learn everything from how to make a boomerang to making silly putty and working with clay. This class gives kids the ability to work and invent items that are both fun and wild.
July 14-17: Amazing Animals (ages 5-10) $45/child
Everything you wanted to know about wild animals. Interact with wild animals and learn from animal experts. Enjoy activities and games about animal habits and homes.
July 21-24: Earth Explorer (ages 5-10) $45/child
Are you ready to explore our earth like a scientist? Participate in activities, experiments, and games while learning about the soil, gardening, plants, wildlife, climate and weather in Ohio and around the world
July 28-31: Aquatic Adventures (ages 8-12) $65/child
Explore the science of water while learning how to protect this valuable resource! Activities will include science experiments, a hike to our wetlands, water games, and SWIMMING!
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Let's Go Outdoors
