Aquarium of the Pacific | Education | School Programs | Homeschoolers

School Programs

Homeschoolers

Homeschools

Welcome, Homeschool Teachers, Parents, and Students!

The Aquarium of the Pacific believes homeschool children should have the same benefits as classroom-schooled children when it comes to field trip opportunities. We therefore would like to invite homeschool groups to book educational programs with the Aquarium of the Pacific. Our 50-minute interactive, engaging, multi-media classes are adaptable to a range of student ages and are as fun as they are educational.

Homeschool Family Sleepover

Monday, November 16, 2009 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Homeschool families are invited to join us as we explore the Aquarium with fun and educational hands-on activities.

Educational Programming:

Special for homeschool groups:  Our classes are available for small groups of 10 or more for classes booked for 12:30 or 1:30 time slots.  Choose from one of the following classes, or take a look at other classes we offer by clicking on the links to the left. 

Splashy

Ages: 5-8 years old (grades K-3)

How do marine animals defend themselves?  In this class we will meet Splashy, a creature that lives in a kelp forest habitat.  What kinds of adaptations can Splashy have to defend himself against the predator Snaggletooth?  This class is great for multi-aged younger groups. 


Predator!

Ages: 8-12 years old (grades 3-7)

The oceans are full of unexpected predators.  Learn the variety of strategies these animals use to catch their prey.  Take a close look at shark jaws to learn more about how animals’ jaws are specially suited for their prey.  This class is a great way for multi-aged groups of children to learn more about the predators of the ocean. 


A Look Inside:  Squid or Fish Dissection

Ages: 11+ years old (grades 6-12)

How does a squid swim?  How does a fish breathe underwater?  Choose either a fish or squid dissection for your group and learn the internal and external anatomy of one of these fascinating animals.


Register By Telephone:
Call our Guest Support Center at (562) 951-1630.

Pricing
Programs include admission and applicable taxes. Seasons subject to change every year (if dates are not posted for the date you are looking for, feel free to give us a call for more information).

Classroom Programs (Includes Aquarium Admission)
Sept. 1, 2009-Feb. 28, 2010; June 20-Aug. 31, 2010 $9.00 per participant
March 1-June 19, 2010 $10.50 per participant

Aquarium Admission for Groups of 10 or more. Advanced reservations required. 
Sept. 1, 2009-Feb. 28, 2010; June 20-Aug. 31, 2010 $6.00 per participant
March 1-June 19, 2010 $7.50 per participant

For more information regarding Booking Information, including pricing and our cancellation policy, use the links to the left under Booking Information.  You may also call the Guest Support Center at (562) 951-1630 with any of your questions.