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Aquatic Insect Collection

This collection of twelve aquatic insects allows students to observe and compare invertebrate samples. This is a great addition to the Water Habitat Site Study kit.

collection of fish stuffed animals

Fish Pillows

This kit includes an assortment of fish-shaped pillows in a variety of sizes. This kid is a great addition to the Fish Families kit, allowing students to find the fish adaptations on their own pillows!

collection of photos,books and charts about birds and other animals

Citizen Science: Birds & Phenology

Look for phenomenal phenology in your community. Watch and ID birds in your neighborhood.

collection of papers and charts about clouds

Citizen Science: Cloud Clues

Name cloud characteristics in this outdoor, observational activity.

collection of info cards and information materials

Attack Pack

This kit features twelve lessons for a variety of ages that relate to invasive species in the Great Lakes.

box of information sheets and water testing materials

Water Habitat Site Study

Students explore a local water ecosystem and discover organisms living in various habitats.

box filled with toy stuffed fish

Using a Key for Fish ID

Students will learn how to identify Minnesota fish species using a dichotomous key.

collection of items: poster of minnesota fish species, cards with fish pictures on them, and stuffed toy fish arranged neatly on table

Fish Families

Students learn to identify characteristics of five Minnesota fish families.