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New York Aquarium

Unit
3
Class Periods
1
Field Visits

In this series of lessons, students learn about the New York Aquarium and build background knowledge about oysters. At the Aquarium, they complete a scavenger hunt to make connections to oysters across exhibits, including by visiting the Billion Oyster Project display. When they return to the classroom, they reflect on their field trip experience.

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New York Aquarium - 9-12
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Overview

Core Practices

Field Investigation
Observation
Scavenger Hunt
Reflection

What Students Do

Across this multi-lesson sequence, students learn about the New York Aquarium and build background knowledge about oysters in the classroom. At the Aquarium, they complete a scavenger hunt connecting to oysters across exhibits—including a visit to the Billion Oyster Project display. Back in the classroom, they reflect on their field trip experience.

Pacing & Logistics

Pacing: 3–4 class periods including 1 field trip to the New York Aquarium.

Logistics: Plan and book the Aquarium visit at least 6 weeks ahead. Confirm chaperones and student transportation. Print the Scavenger Hunt and Reflection Prompts handouts before the trip. Budget for admission (NY Aquarium admission + transportation).

Field Visits
1

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LESSONS

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New York Aquarium

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Length
3–4 periods + field trip
Setting
Both
Subject
Science
Lesson Question:
How does direct observation at the Aquarium deepen our understanding of New York Harbor's ecosystem?
Lesson Snapshot

Students build background knowledge about oysters and complete a scavenger hunt at the New York Aquarium.

Materials & Quick Links
9-12 Aquarium — Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan
Last updated
August 16, 2026
9-12 Aquarium — Slides
Slides
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August 16, 2026
9-12 Aquarium — Scavenger Hunt
Oyster Connections Scavenger Hunt
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August 16, 2026
9-12 Aquarium — Reflection Prompts
Reflection Prompts
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August 16, 2026

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