Chicago Botanic Garden

Educator Professional Development Programs

Illinois Department of Natural Resources ENTICE Workshop

Climate Change and Its Effect on Illinois Plants
Saturday, March 27, 2010, at the Chicago Botanic Garden
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Fee: $10 (nonrefundable)

Grade level: 6-12
CPDU credits: 5
CPS Lane credit: NA
Graduate credit: NA

Join scientists and instructors of the Chicago Botanic Garden as they share their research on the effects of climate change on the plants in our state. Targeted to teachers of grades 6-12, you’ll take part in hands-on activities related to the topic and learn about citizen science programs like Project Budburst and the Floral Report Card. This workshop is part of the ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for Conservation Education) workshop series from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Visit http://dnr.state.il.us/education/entice to register.

New! Wetland Flora and Fauna

Saturday, April 24, 2010, at the Shedd Aquarium
Saturday, May 1, 2010, at the Chicago Botanic Garden
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $150 ($140 for Educator Members)

Grade level: K-12
CPDU credits: 15
CPS Lane credit: 1
Graduate credit: 1

Wetland study provides fascinating opportunities for outdoor investigations and hands-on exploration. This multidisciplinary course will utilize resources at the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Shedd Aquarium to enhance participants’ knowledge and experience in wetland ecology. The Garden’s lakes provide an opportunity to identify critters and learn about plants and their vital roles in aquatic ecosystems. At the aquarium, both local and worldwide aquatic animals will be featured.

PHOTO: Frank Lloyd Wright

New! Frank Lloyd Wright and Other Greats: Integrating Natural Landscapes into Architectural Design

Saturday, June 5, 2010, at the Frederick C. Robie House
Saturday, June 12, 2010, at the Chicago Botanic Garden
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $150 ($140 for Educator Members)

Grade level: K-12
CPDU credits: 15
CPS Lane credit: 1
Graduate credit: 1

Does life imitate art, or art imitate life? Come explore how nature influenced the work of the great Midwest designers Frank Lloyd Wright and Jens Jensen. Spend one day with the staff of the Chicago Botanic Garden and one day with the staff of the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust. Teachers will learn how to use architecture and design to teach history, math, science, reading, and art.