Welcome to Sly Park’s Virtual Learning Experience
Imagine stepping into a lush forest, hearing the rustle of leaves and the gentle babble of a nearby stream, all from the comfort of your classroom or home. This is the immersive experience of Sly Park’s virtual learning environment.
Our innovative virtual field trips transport students to the heart of California’s diverse ecosystems, offering a unique blend of environmental education and digital exploration. We’re bridging the gap between technology and nature through interactive lessons and engaging activities to make outdoor education more accessible.
Discover Our Virtual Ecosystem
Our expert naturalists guide students through virtual natural walks, wildlife observations, and hands-on experiments designed to spark curiosity and foster a deep connection with the environment. We tailor our programs to align with your classroom’s needs, integrating seamlessly with various subjects including science, social studies, and language arts.
Our high-quality videos, 360-degree panoramas, and interactive quizzes bring the Sly Park experience to life, captivating students’ attention and enhancing their learning.
Why Choose Sly Park’s Virtual Learning
We’re committed to making outdoor education accessible to all students. Our program is designed to bring the beauty and wonder of nature directly to your classroom. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of remote learning or looking for flexible, engaging content, Sly Park offers tailored solutions that fit your needs.
When you choose our virtual learning experience, you get:
- Accessibility. Bring the wonders of nature to students who may not have the opportunity to visit in person.
- Flexibility. Learn at your own pace, with programs adaptable to various schedules and learning environments.
- Environmental impact. Reduce the carbon footprint associated with travel while still providing an impactful outdoor educational experience.
Join Us on a Virtual Journey Today
Whether you're a teacher looking to enhance your science curriculum or a parent seeking enriching educational experiences for your child, Sly Park's virtual learning program offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore, learn, and connect with nature.
Contact us today to learn more about our programs or to request to bring the magic of Sly Park to your digital classroom.
Our mission is to engage students, support science instruction and teach the importance of our role in being stewards of the environment.
“Looking back, I realize that nurturing curiosity and the instinct to seek solutions are perhaps the most important contributions education can make.”
–Paul Berg
–Paul Berg
Distance Learning Lessons
Sly Park Teachers will provide classrooms with a daily NGSS/Environmental Literacy Science lesson. The lessons will range from 45-50 minutes and support the current unit of study that classroom teacher is covering. The presentations can be an extension to the teacher’s classroom lesson or a separate lesson.
All materials are designed by the Sly Park credentialed teachers and meet 3rd-8th grade standards. Schools with several classes are eligible for a structured discount. See table below for units and pricing for each unit.
| Number of classrooms by school | 1-3 | 4-6 | 7+ |
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Matter Movement, Solar/Lunar, Forest Ecology, and Earth Spheres 5 lessons in each unit (price per class)
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$575 | $525 | $475 |
Virtual Outdoor Education
During this 5-day experience students learn how to be citizen scientists, capable of tapping into their natural scientist skills to better understand, take care of and advocate for their local environment. Daily lessons of 1.5 hours to 2 hours include synchronous and asynchronous components designed and sequenced to support students' academic, social and emotional learning.
Please contact us for availability and cost.
