Birds
Age 3–Grade 8
Illinois Learning Standards
Available in year-round.
Learn what makes a bird a bird, and how they use their feathers, beaks and feet to survive and grow.
Field Trip
Students take a look at bird study skins, then head outdoors to listen for and observe birds.
Location:
Program Pricing |
Length |
Resident |
Nonresident |
Age 3–Grade 2 |
1 Hour |
$40 |
$76 |
Grade 3–Grade 8 |
1.5 Hours |
$50 |
$86 |
For schools eligible for the Gateways Grant program, the program fee is waived and a transportation stipend is issued after the program date.
Virtual Program
Runs 30-45 minutes.
Engage with natural artifacts, study skins and a visit with a live bird.
Available for Kindergarden–Grade 8.
Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
First Classroom |
$30 |
$60 |
Additional Classroom* |
$20 |
$30 |
Gateways Grant-Eligible Schools |
Resident |
Nonresident |
First Classroom |
$20 |
N/A |
Additional Classroom* |
$10 |
N/A |
*Groups must attend the same program on the same date.