As you can imagine, the kids were pretty excited upon arrival at the museum. First we went to the presentation room at the museum where we went over the rules. We even tried to make up a few rules of our own for the museum (Ben and Caleb-No jumping on statues or we might split open the statue and our head). There we split into 3 groups. One group all from K Creamer, one group of K Krickler and one mixed group of the two classes. I was lucky enough to be in the mixed group where I had a chance to learn with some of Mrs. Krickler's kids and our kids. The groups visited three galleries: the bird gallery, the insect gallery and the whale gallery.
In the insect gallery we learned about insects from long ago who lived in New Brunswick. We saw a huge millipede! It was as big as a golden retriever! It was a great gallery. However, our kids were a little concerned when they saw a butterfly display-monarchs were pinned in the display. I guess the poor museum tour guide heard from a few of our kids about this!
In the bird gallery we learned about the many different bird species found around New Brunswick.The kids got to touch feathers, hear the different bird calls and learn about what makes a bird a bird.
In the whale gallery, we met Delilah the whale. She was enormous. The kids learned about the difference between whales and fish. It has something to do with their tail. Ask them tonight!
After we toured the galleries, we made a craft. The kids had to make their own whale tail. We had a great time making different patterns on our tails.
It was a fabulous day! Thank you to the parents who popped into the museum to see us. The kids loved the surprise visits! Check below for a few pictures of our class making the whale tail craft.
Ashley Daley-Creamer
