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Young children sitting and playing under a blue parachute decorated with green streamers to resemble a kelp forest, holding illustrated ocean animal cards

Head Start Partnership

When

Tues., Wed., Thurs., and Fri
Feb. through May

Length

1 hour

Location

Aquarium

Grades

Pre-K

Fees

Free

This one-hour Head Start program engages students, families, and teachers in fun, hands-on activities exploring ocean habitats and animals. Through movement, singing, and animal props, participants build an appreciation for the ocean while sharing memorable experiences together. Optional self-guided time at the Aquarium is included.

Program times and schedule

To guarantee a seamless experience please plan travel time accordingly.

60 minutes + self-guided time

9 a.m. program
8:45 a.m. arrive at Hovden Way
11–11:30 a.m. lunch in the Aquarium picnic area

Group information

Up to 2 classes, maximum 50 students

  • Maximum of 1 adult per child, including teachers allowed in each program.
  • Siblings not enrolled in the class with the reservation aren't allowed to participate in the program.

Program topic

Rocky Shore and Kelp Forest

This bilingual experience in English and in Spanish invites preschoolers and their caring adults to connect with and learn about the Rocky Shore and Kelp Forest ocean habitats.

Participants will dive into interactive activities involving pretend play and music to learn about some of the amazing animals living in the Rocky Shore and Kelp Forest. Students will engage in animal movement, a scavenger hunt, practice their counting, and have opportunities to touch live animals!

Booking your field trip

  • Select Book your field trip on our field trips webpage.
  • Create an account or log into an existing account.
  • Enter your group size and select your grade band to view our availability.
  • Select your preferred program and date from the listed options.
  • Complete the requested information and submit your booking.
  • Visit our Educator account FAQs for more specific information about booking.