Classroom Programs

Aquarium on Wheels classroom programs can serve up to 35 students per program. All programs include tidepool animal exploration after the program.

Program Information
Availability	Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Cost	$900 which includes 2 classroom programs (1 additional class can be added for $450). Maximum of 3 programs per day.
Length	30 minute program plus touch time for participants
Capacity	35 students maximum per program.
Accessibility	Aquarium on Wheels vehicle is wheelchair accessible.
Pre and Post Materials	To prepare your students for Aquarium on Wheels, we have compiled pre and post materials to enrich their knowledge of ocean life and challenge what they learned during our visit. K-2 Pre & Post Materials 3-5 Pre & Post Materials 6-8 Pre & Post Materials

Classroom Program Descriptions

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Under the Sea Shapes
PreK-K| Up to 35 students per program

The ocean is full of incredible animals with different shapes and colors! In this interactive, educator and video led program, children will discover shapes hiding in ocean creatures like the triangle fins of a shark, oval body of a sea cucumber, and diamond shaped blade of kelp. Join us to explore a variety of adaptations, practice identifying letters and colors, and practice counting up to 10! Each program with be followed by a hands-on opportunity to touch local marine life.

Supports Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS):
- K-LS1-1 SEP: Use observation to describe patterns in the natural world to answer a science question. CCC: Patterns in the natural world and human designed world can be observed and used as evidence.
- K-ESS3-1 SEP: Use a model to represent the relationship between the needs of different plants and animals and the places that they live. Using a model to represent relationships in the world. Systems in the natural world have parts that work together.
- K-ESS3-3 SEP: Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, building on prior experience and use observations and text to communicate new information.

Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific/Andrew Reitsma

Amazing Animal Adaptations
K-8 Grade | Up to 35 students per program

What do blubber, shells, and shark teeth have in common? They are all amazing animal adaptations! Join us as we explore the wonderful world of animal adaptations through observations and hands-on experiences with artifacts and live animals. Your students will explore fascinating marine creatures through this fun and educational class with an Aquarium educator. This program will be followed by a hands-on opportunity to touch local marine life.

Can be adapted for older students.

Supports Next Generation Science Standards:
- Science and Engineering Practices
  - Asking Questions and Defining Problems
  - Engaging in an argument from evidence
- Cross Cutting Concepts
- Patterns

More Information

Pre-visit Forms

Aquarium on Wheels Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations & Info • (562) 590-3100, ext. 0

Provide opportunities to touch animals including sharks, sea stars, anemones, and more
Engage and excite students
Inspire awe in the Pacific Ocean and the animals that live there
Connect to classroom curriculum
Require advanced reservation

Aquarium on Wheels is a unique program, in which we utilize live aquatic animals. In the event that the welfare of those animals is compromised, the Aquarium of the Pacific reserves the right to modify or even cancel a program. We will do everything in our power to keep your scheduled appointment with Aquarium on Wheels; however, if a situation does arise, be it a travel or animal issue, you will be notified as soon as possible and alternate arrangements will be made at that time.