The Wonderful World of Insects
Presentations
standard Presentation
Our presentation on the insect world is an entomological experience like no other! Marvel at the pure beauty and the immense diversity of the arthropods in our collection. Learn about: the different types of bugs, the morphology of an insect, metamorphosis, mimetism, and more! What’s more, you will come face to face with wonderous bugs!
The contents of our presentations specifically apply scientific theory that is adapted to the age group and is linked to the academic progression in science and technology. Furthermore, we address subjects like ecology and global warming with a conscious approach. That being said, our presentations are carefully adapted to the age group and comprehension of the participants.
Content
The content of every presentation can be modified or adapted by the teacher. Please let us know of your specific needs by phone. The standard presentation includes a more educative section (40-50%) and a section for the manipulation of live insects (50%).
Duration: 1h-1h15
Prices
Contact us for a fast and free submission!
No travel cost inside a radius of 50 km (greater Montréal).
Beyond 50 km, travel costs are added at a rate of 0.55$/km.
Presentations for Preschool and child centers
These presentations are specifically tailored for a younger audience. It is an exceptional experience and a chance to get in touch with creatures that are part of our world!
Our main mission is to transmit our passion for biology to the younger generations and introduce them to nature as soon as possible. Whe are speaking here of the next embassadors for the protection of our planet!
Content
This type of presentation is almost solely centered on the manipulation and observation of live insects and entomological collections.
Duration: 45 min, 1h maximum
Prices
Contact us for a fast and free submission!
No travel cost inside a radius of 50 km (greater Montréal).Beyond 50 km, travel costs are added at a rate of 0.55$/km.
Workshops
Insect tasting
Are you ready to bring an insect tasting experience to your classroom? Make your students discover great tasting insects! This activity is sure to generate many reactions from both young and old. It is also perfect to enlarge our perspective on nutrition and the impacts of our diet on the environment.
This experience is also available for events, parties and kiosks.
Content
We bring dried crickets or mealworms and prepare them as per your request. Natural, seasoned, in cookies, you name it! These products will be acquired from a well-known company and meet the Canadian food safety norms.
Price
$35 per group (max 40)
This price is added up to the base price of our presentations
For special events or kiosks, please contact us by phone for an adjusted price
Specimen mounting workshop
This workshop is popular for every audience and brings the participant even closer to nature. Mounting an insect is a unique experience that allows for a deeper appreciation and understanding of the beauty that nature offers. It is a fun and rewarding activity as everyone gets to keep their very own mounted insect!
Each participant will receive: A cube of styrofoam, pins, a large pre-humidified insect and a box for transport / display
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Content
With the instructions of the animator, participants learn how to prepare a speciment for an entomological collection and a few tips on starting a collection. Thanks to the transport box, the pinned insect can be brought back home and displayed!
Price
$10/person
added to the price of a presentation
Special group price available
Natue interpretation walks
. Fun . Learning . Discovery . Environnemental conscience .
Go discover insects in our environment, accompanied by a passionate biologist who will talk about nature as it unfolds in front of our eyes!
During this walk centered around insects, participants will become apprentice entomologists and, with a net and capture flasks, will have the chance to go searching for all types of bugs! By capturing, observing and releasing insects, participants can have fun, all while learning and truly appreciating the beauty on nature
Organisation and content
A main theme is chossen amongst many options: -the diversity of insects -the importance of pollinators -insect communication -Insects throughout the seasons -bugs under our feet -etc.
Since a rany day could completely ruin the experience, if the weather forecast is not promising, we will make sure to find a new date that can suit everyone.
We bring all the necessary materials for the presentation. A natural park is choosen and we travel there to begin the walk.
Your institution will be responsible of all the organisation and logistics of a fieldtrip in nature. For safety and management reasons, it is imperative that the person responsible for the group be present at all times during the activity.
The duration of this activity is extremely variable, due to many factors (age group, size of the parc, special requests, etc.). However, the longer the walk, the more we can enjoy nature!