Big Al’s Aquarium Suprecentres – Vaughan
JK - 3rd Grade, 4th-8th Grade, 9th-12th Grade, Special Needs
Group size of 5-32 students
~ 60 Minutes
FREE
You are responsible for providing transportation for your group.
- There are no on-site lunch facilities and only a single group may be on-site at any time with the exception of exchanging students on/off buses
- Participating Locations:
Ottawa | Mississauga | Scarborough | Barrie Newmarket | Thornhill | Vaughan | Whitby
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Summary
Big Al’s in-store experts guide the students on a colourful underwater science adventure through the world of tropical fish, coral, and aquatic plants, and more! Learn about characteristics, habitats, ecosystems, responsible pet care and more during this exciting and interactive trip. Experience science lessons related to photosynthesis and the nitrogen cycle in a fun, educational setting that gets students excited about the world beneath them. Reptiles and sharks are also featured at Ottawa East, Scarborough, and Mississauga.
Key Concepts
- Habitats, communities, and ecosystems
- Social interaction, diet, and survival
- Importance of plants, photosynthesis and the nitrogen cycle
- Unique characteristics and needs of living things
- Proper pet care and sustainability
Also supports Provincial Standards including:
– Experiential learning is effective and fun
– Aligns with Science (Life Systems) curriculum
– Encourages activity in your local community
Policies
- All non-school youth organizations are eligible including camps, daycares, community, and sports
- Recommended group size is 5-30 students; Big Al’s may contact you if your booking group size is too large to accommodate at one visit
- There are NO facilities for groups/classes to eat lunches on site
- If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact Field Trip Foundation at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival – please do not attempt to contact the facility directly
- Reptiles and sharks are featured at the Ottawa East, Scarborough, and Mississauga locations
About Sponsor
Since 1976, or for over 40 years, Big Al’s has provided its patrons with the largest selection of aquariums, aquarium furniture, and aquarium supplies on the market, as well as an extensive variety of marine fish, live corals, goldfish, and tropical fish. We are fervently committed to meeting and exceeding the expectations of our esteemed clientele, and are dedicated to providing our guaranteed lowest prices at all times. Our superstores are designed to provide technical services as well as a vast array of equipment to both the first time hobbyist and ultimate aquatic specialist. Renowned as “The Aquarium and Pond Hobby Specialists,” Big Al’s is currently comprised of 13 operational superstores across North America.
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