Thursday, February 16, 3:00pm-4:30pm

K-2nd Calusaschool Afternoon: Meeting Mammals

What do a bunny, a possum, a raccoon and a fox have in common? They are all mammals! Come and learn what makes a mammal a mammal while visiting some of ours here at the nature center. You will get up close and personal with some of Calusa’s mammals and participate in a craft. Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by February 14th by calling 275-3435.

Thursday, February 23rd 3:00pm-4:30pm

3rd-5th Calusaschool Afternoon: Meeting Mammals

What does a bunny, a possum, a raccoon and a fox have in common? They are all mammals! Come and learn what makes a mammal a mammal while visiting some of ours here at the nature center. You will get up close and personal with some of Calusa’s mammals and participate in a craft. Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by February 21st by calling 275-3435.

March 15, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

K-2nd Calusaschool: Caterpillar to Chrysalis

Have you ever wondered what happens to a caterpillar while inside its chrysalis? What happens to a tadpoles tail as it turns into a frog? Come sit in Calusa’s classroom and learn about the different stages of butterflies and frogs lives as we dive into their different life stages. This will include hands-on interaction with some of our frogs and toads, a visit to our butterfly aviary, and a craft! Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by March 13th by calling 275-3435.

March 22, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

3rd-5th Calusaschool: Amazing Metamorphosis

What causes a caterpillar to morph into a butterfly? How does a tadpole grow legs and lose its tail to morph into a frog? Come learn all about metamorphosis and the insects and amphibians that are capable of doing it. Meet some of Calusa’s animals that have this amazing adaption up close with hands-on interaction and complete an educational craft! Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by March 20th by calling 275-3435.

April 19, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

K-2nd Calusaschool: Conservation Crew

Learn why you should shut the water off while brushing your teeth and turn off the lights when you leave the room. Saving our planet starts with us and you will learn valuable “how to” tips as well as interact with some of the animals you are helping.Come learn how much energy you really conserve when you recycle a can, and make a craft to help celebrate this month’s Earth Day. Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by April 17th by calling 275-3435.

April 26, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

3rd-5th Calusaschool: Everyday’s Earth Day

Join us and celebrate Earth Day this month by learning ways you can help save our planet every day. Learn what it means to live sustainably and why we should all do it! Find out what happens behind the scenes at the nature center to be more eco-friendly as well. You will get to meet some animals who appreciate your conservation efforts and make a craft to bring home as well. Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by April 24th by calling 275-3435.

May 17, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

K-2nd Calusaschool: Junior Herpetologists

Come learn what a herpetologist studies as we discuss many characteristics of reptiles and amphibians. You will learn how reptiles and amphibians differ as well as learning their similar traits through interactive learning. Your child will meet many of Calusa’s herps such as alligators, snakes, turtles, frogs and more! You will also get to participate in a herp craft. Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by May 15th by calling 275-3435.

May 24, 2012 (3:00pm-4:30pm)

3rd-5th Calusaschool: Junior Herpetologists

What is herpetology? Come learn why reptiles and amphibians are grouped together in this classification, and find out what makes them so different at the same time. You will learn why we encounter so many herps here in Florida and helpful tips to identify them. Hands-on interaction with our alligators, snakes, turtles, frogs and a craft are also included! Parents need not stay with child during program. Free with regular admission. Register by May 22nd by calling 275-3435.