Starting from the observation of fossil footprints, we will understand how they take shape, which information tell about the animal, till understood who it was and what he did.
Observation of dinosaur’s footprints, realization of different animals footprints.
Armed with magnifying glasses and small boxes, children will explore Museum’s lawns looking for the inhabitants they collect various type of herbs and we will examine the different importance of plants and animals.
NOTE: for this workshop a comfortable clothing is required. There is a possibility for getting dirty.
The program examines the animals who inhabit the forest areas (fox, porcupine, squirrel, roe deer), studying their behaviors, routines and structures. Will be discovered the ties that bind animals and specific environments, in addition to studied the various strategies adopted against harsh winter conditions.
Children will learn to recognize also the tracks, understanding where and how recognize an inhabit of the forest.
Students will be construct a diorama that represent a part of a wood with its typical fauna.
In nature everything has a purpose, also the most bizarre ornamentations and eye-catching colors has a specific function in the ecosystem.
Observing animals, students will learn to recognize the colors of alert and report and it will understood the fundamental importance of colors in nature.
Mimicry game: mimicry of zebras.
By the construction of a little specimen, the students will experience the mimicry technique of zebras. Children can bring their works at home.
Myths and fairy tales are often populated of fantastic animals. What features they would have if they were real? Through the museum visit will be learnt the features of well-known animals and will be organize a game in which these animals will be mixed to create fantastic animals!
Creation of a fantastic animals through different techniques (such as collage, painting and construction). Will be used different shape and texture materials.
Rete museale della Valdera
