Windows To The Wilderness Tour
Habitats of Illinois
From wetlands to the woods, explore the habitats of Illinois! Enjoy a prairie tour, learn about taxidermy methods, explore the living animals of a wetland, and dig into the amazing creatures that call Illinois home. Don’t miss the live turtles!
Key Concepts:
Habitats: Explore local habitats, the animals within those habitats, and the traits adapted for success in different seasons.
Energy Transfer: Learn how the sun drives energy flows within a habitat’s ecosystem, explore trophic levels, and better understand the interconnected nature of each local habitat.
Adaptations: Each habitat requires animals to be suited for that location. Explore the adaptations that make an animal successful in a prairie, but maybe not in a wetland or forest.
Conservation: With fragmented habitats and shrinking resources, students will explore how human impact on populations can inhibit their success and what we can do to improve their success!
Skills:
Asking questions, making observations, analyzing and interpreting
Accessibility:
The program includes moving short distances in groups and sitting on the floor for discussion & activities. Chairs and/or tables are available upon request. Students may experience an animal encounter with a turtle or tortoise. We believe there should be no boundaries for your students’ Burpee Museum experience. If you have an accommodation request related to a disability, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at 815-965-3433. We look forward to assisting you.
Standards NGSS:
2-LS4-1, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-4, 4-LS1-2, 5-ESS3-1
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Live Turtles
Take a look at our live turtles!
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The Midwest Wetland
Learn what you can find in your local wetlands, from swamps to shallow ponds.
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Great Horned Owl
This species eats small mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates. Learn more in our exhibit!
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Wild Turkey
Wild turkeys can run up to 19 miles per hour. Learn more in our exhibit!