Outreach

We bring nature to you!

We will bring our outreach program to your site! Topics include worms, spiders, wetlands and reptiles and amphibians. Students will participate in hands-on activities, songs and games. Programs may be adapted to students in grades one through six and are correlated with Illinois State Standards.

Call 847-985-2100 to invite one of our naturalists to visit your class for a fun-filled session today!

Programs

Spiders

  • Explore the concept of habitat requirements by learning about the remarkable life and adaptations of these important animals.

Worms

  • Learn all about worms while exploring their anatomy and habitat.

Wetlands

  • Explore a simulated wetland to learn about pH, temperature and oxygen levels to determine whether their sample of macro-invertebrates can live in the water they've been given.

Reptiles & Amphibians

  • Acquaint yourself with Spring Valley's resident animals. Meet our turtles, both aquatic and terrestrial, as well as our Bullfrog and tadpoles.

Programs by Grade Level

  • Grade 1: Spiders; Reptiles & Amphibians
  • Grades 2-3: Spiders; Worms; Reptiles & Amphibians
  • Grade 4: Wetlands; Worms; Reptiles & Amphibians
  • Grades 5-6: Wetlands; Reptiles & Amphibians

Program Survey

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