Did you know that kangaroos can have three babies, in various stages of growth, at the same time? Or that a male moose’s antlers can grow up to one inch per day? Are you curious about how and why fireflies flash? Welcome to the exciting world of zoology, the study of animals and their behavior, physiology, and ecosystems. Through labs, field trips, and other hands-on activities, students will learn about taxonomy, the characteristics of an animal cell, evolution, environmental adaptation, the impact of humans on animal life, and more. If you are passionate about animals and want to learn more about how to protect them, this is the class for you!
Life in the Wild (and the Science Behind It)
About ExplorSchool
For Rising 6th – 8th Grade Students
Your Summer of Discovery Awaits
MITY’s ExplorSchool provides rising 6th-8th grade students a unique opportunity to investigate new topics and dive deeper into their passions at a level that is challenging and motivating. Intellectually curious students take two classes, one in the morning and one in the afternoon, enabling them to explore different disciplines, experience things that are not possible within a normal school setting, and forge new friendships.