Habitat Learning at Brooklyn Bridge Park's Education Center
Difficulty
easy
Duration
60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for young children with no special fitness needed
Overview
Students in grades PreK-5 get hands-on with local wildlife and habitats at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Environmental Education Center. This interactive program connects young learners with urban ecosystems in a uniquely engaging way.
Habitats and their Inhabitants (Gr. PreK-5)
$150 | Up to 35 Students | Chaperones Required
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About This Adventure
Experience the wonders of nature at Brooklyn Bridge Park's Environmental Education Center! Students in grades PreK-5 will engage in hands-on learning about local habitats and wildlife. Through observation, exploration, and creative diorama design, this unique program fosters curiosity and a deeper understanding of the environment in an interactive setting.
Brooklyn Bridge Park's Education Program serves over 10,000 students a year. We use the Park as a living laboratory for hands-on investigation, incorporating inquiry-based learning into lessons that meet Common Core, NYC and NYS learning standards.
HABITATS AND THEIR INHABITANTS (GRADES PreK-5)
Students will get up close with the animals in the Environmental Education Center as they learn about the habitats in the park and the species that live in them. Students will make in-depth observations, touch and explore specimens, and design their own habitat diorama.
Duration: 60 minutes.
Location: Environmental Education Center. Fully indoor class.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early with Your Group
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the program start to ensure a full session and avoid abbreviated lessons.
Dress for Comfort Indoors
Though indoors, wear comfortable shoes for standing and moving around the exhibit spaces.
Chaperones Are Required
Adult supervision is necessary for all student groups to ensure safety and engagement during activities.
Check Inclement Weather Policies
Programs can be canceled due to severe weather affecting park operations; verify ahead to avoid surprises.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- North American river otters occasionally spotted in the waterfront habitats
- Seasonal appearances of migrating songbirds like the yellow warbler
History
Brooklyn Bridge Park opened in phases starting in 2010, transforming former piers into a multi-use green space that integrates urban recreation with environmental education.
Conservation
The park actively restores native habitats and promotes wildlife corridors in an urban setting, encouraging public awareness through programs like this one.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Shoes
Supports standing and walking during the indoor environmental lessons.
Water Bottle
Keeps students hydrated, especially on warmer days before or after the program.
summer specific
Light Jacket
Provides warmth during cooler spring temperatures around the park.
spring specific
Notebook and Pencil
Useful for taking notes or drawing observations during hands-on activities.