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Orange County Department of Education [IMG] Orange Country Department of Education * Home * Programs * Outdoor Science School * Field Trips * Traveling Scientist * Community Programs * Resources * Outdoor Science School * Field Trips * Traveling Scientist * Workshops * Community * About Us * Overview * Contact Us * Foundation * Media Links * Awards & Recognition * Insider Newsletter * Get Involved * Jobs * Donate Now * Gifts with Purpose * Partnerships * Volunteer * FAQ * Outdoor Science School * Field Trips * Traveling Scientist * Community Programs * Merchandise Inside the Outdoors Orange Country Department of Education Traveling scientist - home Programs by Grade Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade 6th Grade Traveling Scientist - Fourth Grade These programs provide a hands-on opportunity for students to develop an awareness and appreciation of the sciences through the exploration of the animal kingdom and physical science concepts. In addition, the program fosters a commitment to the protection and understanding of the environment and community. The programs are aligned with the California Science Content Standards and the California Science Framework to ensure that teachers' curricular needs are met. Fourth Grade Rockin' Geology! Students learn about different kinds of rocks and their formation through interactive hands-on lab stations that let them touch and experiment with a variety of rocks and minerals. California Science Content Standards: 4a, 4b, 5a, 6a, 6b, 6f What's for Lunch? Students learn about food chains and the interrelationships of plants and animals. They compare the roles of producers and consumers through outdoor games and experience live representatives of each. California Science Content Standards: 2a, 2b, 2c, 6c, 6d Magnets are Magnificent! Magnetism magic is demystified as students investigate electromagnetic motors and magnets and contrast a compass at lab stations. California Science Content Standards: 1b, 1c, 1d, 1e, 1f, 6a, 6c, 6d, 6f All Grades Amazing Animals Live animals are presented to you and your students by our trained Traveling Scientist. Learn about the unique characteristics and behaviors of mammals, reptiles, birds, and other species of the animal kingdom. Birds of Prey Hawks, owls, and other raptors are brought into the classroom to teach students about the roles these predators play in the balance of nature. Students visit lab stations which include experiencing hawk vision and discovering the diet of an owl through an owl pellet dissection. We work with your school schedule! Each program is 60 minutes in length. Click here to view fee schedule. ClickToReg TeacherResources NewFundingSm A proud part of the Orange County Department of Education (c) 2008 Inside the Outdoors. All rights reserved. 200 Kalmus Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92628 Phone: (714) 708-3885 Fax: (714) 649-0162 Email: insidetheoutdoors@ocde.us