Imagine, Sing, & Learn 12B: Do Animals Decorate?

Hermit Crabs are natural decorators of their homes.  Preschoolers will find out more at Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport.

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. You'll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email.  This Session is all about animals who decorate!

Why do animals decorate? From camouflage to communication. The most common reason to decorate is to avoid predators Others include protection from sunlight and "cosmetics" to appear more attractive to mates. This program will shed light on why people wear jewelry, lotions, makeup, clothing, perfume and more. It turns out that the motivations behind wearing these items are often shared with other animals.

  • For kids aged 3-6
  • Please Register
    • Please call to check for availability and to preregister
    • Please understand that walk-ins may have to be turned away if the program is full.

Other Times and Days offered:

When: 
Thursday, December 17, 2015 1-2:30 pm
Prices: 
Members: Adults: $7; Kids: $5
Non-Member: Adults: $8; Kids: $7
Phone: 
978.462.9998
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