6th-8th Grades
Students will delve into abalone conservation or learn about jobs at the Aquarium based on our program offerings for these grades.
| Mobile Ocean Classroom Program Information | |
|---|---|
| Availability | Tuesday-Friday |
| Cost | Free for Long Beach Unified School District |
| Capacity | 35 students per program max, 2 programs max per visit |
| Program Location | We require an indoor space that allows for some movement and has accessible outlets, tables, and chairs. All programs must be in the same space per visit. |
Please note: MOC programs do not include live animals.
6th-8th Grade Program Description
I Love Abalone: A Conservation Story
50 minute program
Join us in learning about the conservation efforts of the white abalone- the first invertebrate to be put on the endangered species list. Students will explore their historical challenges and design an conceptional solution to help abalone populations out in the wild!
Supports Next Generation Science Standards:
- Performance Expectations
- MS-ESS3-3. Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing human impact on the environment.
- Science and Engineering Practices
- Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions
- Disciplinary Core Ideas:
- ES S3.C
- Performance Expectations
Credit: Tom Bonner
Aquarium Career Exploration
50 minute program
The Aquarium of the Pacific has over 12,000 animals. Who are the people who keep it running? What does it take to have those jobs? Explore the different careers that help maintain animal health, exhibits water quality, and educational programs of the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Supports California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards:
- 3.0 Career Planning and Management- Knowledge and Performance Anchor Standard
- 3.1 Identify personal interests, aptitudes, information, and skills necessary for informed career making decisions.
