Your children will ‘go wild’ for CROW’s online classes
During the first session, children can log on to learn about pythons, lizards and Mug the alligator.
CHILDREN’S lockdown boredom will ‘see you later,’ as they meet Mug the alligator with an interactive online session hosted by the Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW).
The centre’s first online session will take place on Thursday, 28 May to teach children fun facts about reptiles.
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Log on to learn how strong a crocodile’s bite is, how long the world’s longest snake is and why reptiles lay eggs.
CROW announced the virtual classes on their Facebook page.
“We will launch our online educational programme- a virtual classroom that covers topics from the environment, to animals and habitats! Your children can be taken into the world of CROW and its feathery, furry and scaly animals without leaving the couch. The best part? Thursday’s show is completely free,” read the post.
Participants can opt to make a donation via a link which will be provided during the session.
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Thursday’s class will be on reptiles with CROW director Clint Halkett-Sidal showing off six of his favourite reptile friends including pythons, lizards and Mug, the alligator, in an educational interactive presentation. The presentation will 30 minutes long, with 10 minutes open at the end for questions.
Email CROW via info@crowkzn.co.za to sign up and receive the meeting code to be used on Zoom.
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