Ponding: Biotic Factors with Pond Animals
Grade 6–12
Illinois Learning Standards
Available spring, summer and fall.
Students will look at macroinvertebrates caught from a local lake and identify them. They will then evaluate the data to see if the lake is healthy based on biotic factors.
Virtual Program
Runs 30-45 minutes.
Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
Per Classroom |
$30 |
$60 |
Additional Classroom* |
$20 |
$30 |
Gateways Grant-Eligible Schools |
Resident |
Nonresident |
Per Classroom |
$20 |
N/A |
Additional Classroom* |
$10 |
N/A |
*Classrooms must attend the same program on the same date.