Animal Life Cycles

  • Times Available: Tuesday - Friday, 10:15am, 11:15am, 12:15pm (2 classrooms)
  • Date Range: October 2025 - May 2026
  • Grade Levels: 2nd Grade
  • Class Size: minimum 8, maximum 28 students/per program
  • Months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December
  • Requirements: Must register for program at least four weeks in advance.
    Minimum age 7 years.
  • Fee: $120 per program
  • Contact: Missy Chernick at melissa.chernick@naturalsciences.org
During this program, students will explore the life cycles of different animal groups which may include amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, and insects. Through examining natural history props and specimens, as well as experiencing live animal encounters, students will learn about the different stages of development as living creatures grow and change.
Program length is 45 minutes.

This program is 45 minutes long and held onsite at our Downtown Raleigh location.

Curriculum Correlation(s):   LS.2.1; Next Generation Science Standards: 3-LS1-1

Scheduling Instructions: Scheduling is now closed for the 2024/2025 school year. Scheduling for the upcoming school year will begin on Tuesday, July 29 for programs in October–January, and Tuesday, August 26 for programs in February–May. A link to the scheduling request form will be added once scheduling begins.

Please note that only 2 adult chaperones can attend each program. At least one must be a teacher. Any remaining chaperones can explore the Museum during the program time.

Scholarship Opportunities: Funding may be available to cover all or part of program fees for qualifying schools. Please indicate your interest in the Additional Information section of the Scheduling Request Form.