Mark your calendar for these 2013 Animal Adventure Hours!

 "Animals of the North & South Poles"   Thursday, January 17, 2013

Where are the poles?  A bit of geography and geology carefully woven into this lesson introduce the residents of the Arctic and Antarctic regions.  We'll take a look at how they survive the extreme conditions that are found at the top and bottom of the Earth.

"Pennsylvania Water Mammals"           Thursday, January 24, 2013

Beaver, mink, muskrat and river otter all make Pennsylvania's waterways their home.  Excellent swimmers all, we'll investigate their waterproof fur and other adaptations that help these mammals thrive in their watery homes!

"Terrific Turtles"                                  Thursday, February 28, 2013

Their shells are hard, their legs are scaly and some of them hide in a "box".  There are fresh water turtles, and salt water turtles, and turtles that live on the land.  A great introduction to an animal as old as dinosaurs!

"Little Ladybugs"                                      Thursday, March 7, 2013

Wow!  From egg to larvae to pupa to adult, the ladybugs have a most interesting life!  Their bright color, and hard shell make them a delight to see.  We'll learn about the ladybug's favorite meal, and the surprising way she protects herself!

"Fabulous Frogs"                                    Thursday, March 14, 2013

Amazing amphibians!  Tree frogs, Leopard frogs, Green frogs...all find their way into our lesson when we listen to frog sounds, play frog games, and learn about all things...frog!

"Dabbling Ducks"                                   Thursday, March 21, 2013

Our waterways feature ducks of all shapes and sizes.  They dazzle us with colorful feathers and powerful flight.  Learn about the special features that make ducks perfectly suited for life in our streams, ponds, lakes and oceans!

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