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Animals As Architects

Explore, compare, contrast and construct animal homes and shelters and how they’re built.

  • Compare a variety of animal shelters that are native to Illinois.
  • Explore bird’s nests and a model home through observational drawings and discussion.
  • Create an orb containing materials in which birds would use to build a nest.
  • Children will build structures using varying materials.

Take It with You

Use the following activities to bring the education concepts from this exhibit into your home or classroom:

Appropriate for Grades: K, 1, 2, 3

Meets Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards: 2, 11, 12

Meets Common Core State Standards: SL.K.1, R.10

NGSS: 2-L, S4-1, 1-L, S1-1   

Focus: Art, Science

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2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-4:00 pm

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  • Seniors (65+): $18
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