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Party for the Planet:
Thursday, April 21
You're Invited to the Party!
You're Invited to the Party!
Thursday, April 21st, we're hosting a PK-12 Party for the Planet with a series of virtual field trips and guest speakers. We're partnering with our friends at the Sedgwick County Zoo to co-design this event, and we're excited to have you with us!
Topics will include:
Animal, Habitat and Natural Resource Conservation
Sustainable Infrastructure and Communities
Environmental Policy and Advocacy
Environmental and Animal Science Careers
HOW TO JOIN A SESSION
HOW TO JOIN A SESSION
OPTION 1 - For Face-to-Face Students - SIMPLY PROJECT ON YOUR CLASSROOM WHITEBOARD
Scroll down and click on the session(s) you are interested in attending.
Students do not need their own devices to attend. Teachers will simply project the session for the entire class on the whiteboard.
Teachers will poll the students in the room for questions and type those into the chat.
OPTION 2 – SHARE YOUR SCREEN WITH THE REMOTE STUDENTS - Might be a bit glitchy, but possible
Open your regular meeting with your students.
Teachers identify which session(s) they would like students to experience.
Teacher SCREEN SHARES the virtual field trip with students.
NOTE – because teachers will be in 2 teams at once -- teachers will hear BOTH their students and the virtual call, but this will allow for a shared experience.
OPTON 3 - SEND STUDENTS A LINK TO JOIN A SESSION - More stable, but you will not see your students
Teachers identify which session(s) they would like students to experience.
Teachers RIGHT CLICK on the session link to COPY the URL. This is the direct link to the Microsoft Teams Live Event.
OPTIONAL - Teachers can also send the direct URL to our Kansas Day website for students to browse all sessions.
Teachers paste the link into their digital classroom spaces (Teams, Seesaw, Google Classroom, Canvas) either as an announcement.
OPTON 4 - Watch an On-Demand RECORDING
If schedule constraints make it difficult to join a live session, no worries! All of our sessions will be recorded and available for on-demand viewing within one hour after the live session ends.
Joining from an iPhone, iPad, or Android Phone - You will need to download the free Microsoft Teams App to join the sessions.
Joining from a Chromebook - Select "Watch on the Web Instead" when joining a session.
Joining from a Mac or PC - If you have the Microsoft Teams App installed, simply click "OPEN" or "LAUNCH THE APP". If you do not have the Teams App installed, simply select "Watch on the Web Instead".
PK-2 Sessions
PK-2 Sessions
ON DEMAND - Available All Day
Wichita Symphony Performance of Sea Creatures
Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures: Earth Day Best for grades PK-1
Sesame Street: Murray Visits a Recycling Center Best for grades PK-1
Frankie and Sparkles Celebrate Earth Day
Blue Floats Away with author Travis Jonker & Illustrator Grant Snider
PBS Kids - History of Earth Day Best for grades 1-2
Pick it Up Earth Day Song
Learning Across Kansas: Earth Day
Earth Day Drawing Lesson with Wichita CityArts
SciShow Kids: Earth Day Best for grade 2
Kermit the Frog Sings "It's Not Easy Being Green"
10:00-11:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:15 - Lunch & Learn
Giraffe Encounter
1:00-1:30
Great Plains Earth Day Encounter
2:15
Watermark Author Visit Stacy McAnulty
3-5 Sessions
3-5 Sessions
ON DEMAND - Available All Day
Wichita Symphony Performance of Sea Creatures
PBS Kids - History of Earth Day
SciShow Kids: Earth Day Best for grades 3-4
Learning Across Kansas: Earth Day
Discovery Education - Earth Day: Straws
Earth Day Drawing Lesson with Wichita CityArts
Build Your Own Terrarium with Exploration Place
Pick it Up Earth Day Song
Pollinators at Blank Park Zoo
National Geographic - Prince Ea Spoken Word Best for grade 5
World Wildlife Fund: How to Save Our Planet Best for grade 5
24 Hours of Reality: "Earthrise" by Amanda Gorman
Kermit the Frog Sings "It's Not Easy Being Green"
9:30-10:00
Great Plains Earth Day Encounter
Fueled by Corn- Best for grade 5
10:00-11:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:15 - Lunch & Learn
Giraffe Encounter
6-8 Sessions
6-8 Sessions
ON DEMAND - Available All Day
Wichita Symphony Performance of Sea Creatures
Earth Day Drawing Lesson with Wichita CityArts
Discovery Education - Earth Day: Straws
Build Your Own Terrarium with Exploration Place
Pollinators at Blank Park Zoo
National Geographic - Prince Ea Spoken Word
World Wildlife Fund: How to Save Our Planet
American Museum of Natural History Tour
24 Hours of Reality: "Earthrise" by Amanda Gorman
9:30-10:00
Fueled by Corn
10:00-11:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:15 - Lunch & Learn
Giraffe Encounter
9-12 Sessions
9-12 Sessions
ON DEMAND - Available All Day
Wichita Symphony Performance of Sea Creatures
National Geographic - Prince Ea Spoken Word
World Wildlife Fund: How to Save Our Planet
American Museum of Natural History Tour
9:30-10:00
Fueled by Corn
10:00-11:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:15 - Lunch & Learn
Giraffe Encounter
3-5 Grade Teachers - We have a thinking scaffold for your students to fill out during the day.
Google Doc Users - Get a Copy of the 3-5 Listening Guide
ON DEMAND SESSIONS - AVAILABLE ALL DAY
ON DEMAND SESSIONS - AVAILABLE ALL DAY
These are accessible for the entire day. Simply click the link to view them at your convenience.
TEACHERS -- If the video above does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
The Wichita Symphony Presents:
Sea Creatures Concert
The Wichita Symphony Presents:
Sea Creatures Concert
All Grades
Sea Creatures takes you on a journey through the waters of Planet Earth, introducing you to various sea creatures through HD photos and videos of the animals, with music composed by Daniel Kallman depicting the creatures. The film features members of the Wichita Symphony performing the music, animated artwork that was created for this project by elementary school students of the Wichita Public Schools, and narration by Dr. Alicia Thompson, superintendent of the Wichita Public Schools.
Twitter: @WichitaSymphony
Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures: Earth Day
Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures: Earth Day
Grades PK-1
Grades PK-1
Told from the perspective of 5-year old Betsy, Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures is designed to ease a child's transition from the home setting to a school environment by generating interest and excitement about the kindergarten experience in young viewers.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Sesame Street: Murray Visits a Recycling Center
Sesame Street: Murray Visits a Recycling Center
Grades PK-1
Grades PK-1
Murray and Ovejita are learning what happens to plastic after it gets recycled! Things that are recycled can even be made into something new. Join Murray and Ovejita at the recycling center to learn more!
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Earth Day Virtual Author and Illustrator Visit: Blue Floats Away w/ Travis Jonker & Grant Snider
Earth Day Virtual Author and Illustrator Visit: Blue Floats Away w/ Travis Jonker & Grant Snider
Grades PK-2nd
Grades PK-2nd
Join author Travis Jonker as he describes his process for his book, "Blue Floats Away". Enjoy his narration too while exploring the water cycle & more. Grant Snider will then demonstrate how he used glue, paper, a few pens, plus a secret resource to create the illustrations for this book.
Purchase your own copy of Grant Snider's books at Watermark Books and Cafe
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Frankie and Sparkles Celebrate Earth Day with Fun Activities
Frankie and Sparkles Celebrate Earth Day with Fun Activities
Grades PK-2nd
Grades PK-2nd
Join Frankie and Sparkles as they explore some great activities and opportunities for you to celebrate Earth Day.
Also, be sure to check out more information on the Girl Scouts.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Learning Across Kansas: Earth Day for Elementary Students
Learning Across Kansas: Earth Day for Elementary Students
Grades K-5
Grades K-5
Join 2020 National Teacher of the Year Tabatha Rosproy along with other teachers across Kansas to learn all about Earth Day!
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Pollinators with the Blank Park Zoo
Pollinators with the Blank Park Zoo
Grades 3-8
Grades 3-8
Kezia & Kristina from Blank Park Zoo talk about local pollinators and things you can do to help them.
Twitter @BlankParkZoo
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
It's an Earth Day Drawing Lesson with Alisha at Wichita CityArts
It's an Earth Day Drawing Lesson with Alisha at Wichita CityArts
Grades K-8
Grades K-8
Students, grab your art supplies and get ready to create your own Earth Day drawing with our friend Alisha Gridley at Wichita CityArts.
Twitter: WichitaCityArts
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
PBS Kids - History of Earth Day
PBS Kids - History of Earth Day
Grades 1-5
Grades 1-5
April 22nd is Earth Day!
PBS Kids asks - What do you and your community do to celebrate the Earth?
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
SciShow Kids - Happy Earth Day
SciShow Kids - Happy Earth Day
Grades 2-4
Grades 2-4
Join Jessi and Squeaks as they talk about some things you can do to make the earth a better place, especially for animals.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Pick it Up Earth Day Song
Grades K-5
Pick it Up Earth Day Song
Grades K-5
"Pick It Up" is an Earth Day rap song about making simple changes to help the environment. Sustainable living and zero waste is the new goal. Everyday is Earth Day!
Kermit the Frog Sings "It's Not Easy Being Green"
Grades Pk-5
Kermit the Frog Sings "It's Not Easy Being Green"
Grades Pk-5
It's not easy being green. Don't believe us? Ask Kermit! He knows what it's like to be green.
24 Hours of Reality: "Earthrise" by Amanda Gorman
24 Hours of Reality: "Earthrise" by Amanda Gorman
Grades 3-8
Grades 3-8
Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman shares her poem "Earthrise". Earth is more than worth fighting for.
Build Your Own Terrarium with Our Friends at Exploration Place
Build Your Own Terrarium with Our Friends at Exploration Place
Grades 3-8
Grades 3-8
This big, blue marble we're on sure is an amazing place. To celebrate Earth Day, Educator Victoria is here to show you how to put together a terrarium. She will go over four of the planet's spheres, and highlight each layer as it goes into the jar.
Twitter @DiscoveratEP
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
Discovery Ed - Celebrate Earth Day: Straws
Discovery Ed - Celebrate Earth Day: Straws
Grades 3-8
Grades 3-8
Celebrate Earth Day with a special screening of clips from STRAWS, a powerful documentary focused on the growing plastic pollution crisis. Classrooms will see highlights of this film and meet producer/director, Linda Booker, who will help students explore why the elimination of single-use plastics is so important to the well-being of our planet. ​
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
National Geographic - Spoken Word Artist Prince Ea Shares an Epic Message to Save the World
National Geographic - Spoken Word Artist Prince Ea Shares an Epic Message to Save the World
Grades 5-12
Grades 5-12
As the human population continues to grow, so does our impact on the environment. In fact, recent research has shown that three-quarters of Earth’s land surface is under pressure from human activity. In this short film, spoken word artist Prince Ea makes a powerful case for protecting the planet and challenges the human race to create a sustainable future.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
World Wildlife Fund - How to Save Our Planet
World Wildlife Fund - How to Save Our Planet
Grades 5-12
Grades 5-12
It’s simple. Sir David Attenborough explains how humans can take charge of our future and save our planet.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
What Happens to your Recycling After it's Collected?
What Happens to your Recycling After it's Collected?
Grades 6-12
Grades 6-12
We followed the recycling process from the bins to the plant to understand where our recycling actually goes – here's what happens to your recycling.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
American Museum of Natural History - A Virtual Field Trip Walking Tour Through the Hall of Planet Earth
American Museum of Natural History - A Virtual Field Trip Walking Tour Through the Hall of Planet Earth
Grades 6-12
Grades 6-12
Join us for an exciting look at the dynamic planet we call home in this tour of the Museum's Hall of Planet Earth! What do rocks have to tell us about the rise of oxygen in the atmosphere? Why is Earth habitable? Museum guide Michael Hamburg leads us through the unique ingredients that make life on Earth possible.
TEACHERS -- If the video does not play properly, try accessing it from this Google Slideshow
9:30-10:00 CENTRAL
9:30-10:00 CENTRAL
NOTE: Sessions are subject to change based on guest speaker availability, technology issues, and weather conditions
Amphibians with Great Plains Nature Center
9:30-10:00 Central Time
Grades 3-5
Amphibians with Great Plains Nature Center
9:30-10:00 Central Time
Grades 3-5
Dive into the amazing world of amphibians with the Great Plains Nature Center. Learn abou the toads, frogs, and salamanders that call Kansas home, and see how we can make a positive impact on their habitats.
Twitter: @GPNatureCenter
Instagram: @GreatPlainsNatureCenter
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
Fueled by Corn
9:30-10:00 Central Time
Fueled by Corn
9:30-10:00 Central Time
Grades 5th-12th
Grades 5th-12th
Description: Want to reduce carbon emissions while also saving money at the gas pump? Fuel up with ethanol! Join Kylie Massengale with Kansas Corn to learn about corn-based ethanol and its importance in transportation and sustainability.
Twitter: @kscorn
Website: https://kscorn.com/kansas-corn-stem/
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
10:00-11:00 CENTRAL
10:00-11:00 CENTRAL
NOTE: Sessions are subject to change based on guest speaker availability, technology issues, and weather conditions
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
10:00-11:00am Central Time
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
10:00-11:00am Central Time
Grades: K-12th
Grades: K-12th
Description: Follow us as we rotate stations on bio and conservation facts. These sessions will be presented from our very own USD 259 students from Wilbur Middle School and West High School.
Twitter: @SedgwickCoZoo
Website: https://scz.org/
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
11:00-12:00 CENTRAL
11:00-12:00 CENTRAL
NOTE: Sessions are subject to change based on guest speaker availability, technology issues, and weather conditions
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00am Central Time
Bio-Facts and Conservation Stations at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:00-12:00am Central Time
Grades: K-12th
Grades: K-12th
Description: Follow us as we rotate stations on bio and conservation facts. These sessions will be presented from our very own USD 259 students from Wilbur Middle School and West High School.
Twitter: @SedgwickCoZoo
Website: https://scz.org/
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
Lunch & Learn Session 11:30-12:15 CENTRAL
Lunch & Learn Session 11:30-12:15 CENTRAL
NOTE: Sessions are subject to change based on guest speaker availability, technology issues, and weather conditions.
Lunch and Learn Giraffe Care Encounter at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:00 Central Time
Lunch and Learn Giraffe Care Encounter at the Sedgwick County Zoo
11:30-12:00 Central Time
Grades Pre-K through 12th
Grades Pre-K through 12th
Description: Let's take a close up encounter with the giraffe trainers and handlers. We'll see how giraffe hooves are trimmed and some of the training that goes along with their care.
Twitter: @SedgwickCoZoo
Website: https://scz.org/
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
1:00-1:30 CENTRAL
1:00-1:30 CENTRAL
NOTE: Sessions are subject to change based on guest speaker availability, technology issues, and weather conditions
Amphibians with Great Plains Nature Center
1:00-1:30 Central Time
Amphibians with Great Plains Nature Center
1:00-1:30 Central Time
Grades PK-2
Grades PK-2
Dive into the amazing world of amphibians with the Great Plains Nature Center. Learn abou the toads, frogs, and salamanders that call Kansas home, and see how we can make a positive impact on their habitats.
Twitter: @GPNatureCenter
Instagram: @GreatPlainsNatureCenter
Click Here to View the Recording
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
On-Demand Author Visit
On-Demand Author Visit
The author visit link below will be available to watch on-demand at 2:15pm Central Time.
Author Visit: Stacy McAnulty
Author Visit: Stacy McAnulty
Book: Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
Grades Pre-K through 3rd
Book: Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
Grades Pre-K through 3rd
Description: From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction picture book about the Earth, told from the perspective of Earth herself.
Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane, and she need your help to put on the brakes. Earthlings need Earth, and Earth needs Earthlings, so let’s save Earth together!
With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Earth in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by David Litchfield, this is an equally charming and irresistible picture book.
Stacy McAnulty is the author of many books for children, notably the nonfiction picture book series Our Universe, which includes titles, Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years, Mars! Earthlings Welcome, and Moon! Earth's Best Friend, among others. She's also the author of picture books Brains! Not Just a Zombie Snack, A Small Kindness, Beautiful, Brave, and Love, and she writes books for middle grade readers including The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl and Millionaires for the Month. Stacy lives in North Carolina with her family and as many dogs as she can sneak in the house.
Twitter: @watermarkbooks
Website: https://www.watermarkbooks.com/book/9781250782496
Author Social Media Handles
Twitter: @stacymcanulty
On-Demand Link to come!
Be sure to click "Watch on the Web Instead" for the video to play properly
Thank you for joining us for the Earth Day Party
Thank you for joining us for the Earth Day Party
If you enjoyed these virtual field trip experiences, be sure to check out our upcoming events and our archived recordings at https://www.usd259.org/virtuallearning. All of our Virtual EdVentures are completely free to teachers both near and far, so come join us!
~The Wichita Public Schools EdTech Team @259Tech
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