Bring Wildlife Wonder into Your Classroom Through Our Wild For Art Education Programs!
The more you learn, the more you love, the more you protect. Our goal is to inspire kids to fall in love with wildlife through environmental education using science and art activities. By participating in interactive wildlife-focused lessons on animals and their habitat, kids use their creative side while learning more about wildlife, especially the underdogs, in their backyard.
What’s so unique about our programs?
Students engage in hands-on art activities with each lesson. Programming is offered as a single lesson or a lesson sequence. And all our classes are standards-aligned, created with input from wildlife and art experts.
Currently, these Wild for Art programs are offered in-person to schools and groups in Western North Carolina (Polk and Henderson Counties).
For more information, please complete the form at the bottom of the page.
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🦉 What makes owls such silent and effective hunters of the night?
🦉 Discover native North Carolina owl species and hear their unique calls.
🦉 Express your creativity by crafting your own owl ornament to take home.
Join us for a hands-on adventure that blends science, art, and wildlife discovery. Step into the mysterious world of owls and uncover the secrets behind their incredible adaptations!
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🦋 Ever wondered about the enchanting journey of monarch butterflies and their vital role in nature?
🦋 What fuels their vibrant wings, and how do they navigate their epic migrations?
🦋 Discover how our actions can impact these magnificent creatures during our hands-on butterfly exploration!
Embark on a thrilling adventure as students unravel the mysteries of the fluttering world of monarch butterflies! Our captivating curriculum invites participants to delve into the awe-inspiring life cycle, migration patterns, and ecological significance of these majestic insects.
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🐺 Embark on a journey to save the majestic red wolf!
🐺 Understand why this species is endangered.
🐺 Get hands-on with a red wolf sculpture project and show your support.
Join us to learn about conservation efforts, fall in love with the red wolf, and take home your very own red wolf creation. Let’s unite for the protection of these incredible animals!
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🌟 Why are birds so important in nature?
🌟 What do they eat and how do they live?
🌟 How can our actions affect these incredible creatures?
Join our hands-on experience where students explore these fascinating questions! Our engaging wildlife curriculum will spark curiosity, and students will get creative by making their own bird-inspired art to take home.
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🦎 What on earth are hellbenders?
🦎 Discover how these unique creatures reveal the health of our rivers.
🦎 Learn why we should care about their conservation efforts.
In this lesson, students will not only sculpt their very own salamander but also dive into an interactive presentation. Explore the world of hellbenders and their vital role in our environment.
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🦇 Unmask the mystery of bats!
🦇 Learn why bats are essential to our ecosystems.
🦇 Discover how you can help protect these misunderstood creatures.
In this program, students will delve into the world of bats through captivating lessons and a fun take-home art project. Don’t miss out on this chance to become a bat enthusiast!
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🐝 What’s all the buzz about pollinators?
🐝 Explore the tiny heroes that keep our plants and ecosystems thriving.
🐝 Create your own artwork to show your love for pollinators!
Join our interactive program to uncover the secrets of pollination and find out how we can boost pollinator populations. Get ready for a creative adventure!
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🐢 What makes turtles unique, and how do they survive in changing environments?
🐢 Explore life cycles, habitats, and the vital role turtles play in their ecosystems.
🐢 Get creative by sculpting your own clay box turtle to take home!
Join us for an interactive experience that blends science, art, and conservation. Discover why turtles are more than just slow and steady—they're essential!
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🏡 Step into your backyard’s hidden world!
🏡 Discover the essential wildlife sharing your space.
🏡 Observe, create art, and learn to identify local wildlife.
Explore the wonders right outside your door through our Artist Explorer Backpack program. In this program, students will step outside of their classroom to learn about wildlife found around them, create art in nature journals, and gain a new appreciation for the nature around us. Please note, this program does involve us taking their students outdoors.
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