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RiverQuest
School-site Programming: RiverTales

RiverTales are 45-minute classroom-based, river-themed activities for elementary school students. Each program is adapted for grade levels ranging from K-6 and is matched to the PA Education Standards for each level. Class size is limited to 35 students. Please note that live animals are not used in these programs.

Dive Into Mammals

Introduce your students to the wonders of mammals that live in and around the waters of Western PA. Preserved animal pelts and skulls help everyone figure out that what makes animals different is what makes them very special and able to live in different places.

Bridge City, USA

Time to build a bridge! Pittsburgh has more bridges per person than any other place on earth! Students explore the very basics of bridge building and try their hand at constructing some bridges and arches, and learn about the Western Pennsylvania bridge history.

Mountain, River, Sea and Sky

Around the water cycle we go, as students learn how water is crucial to every living thing on Earth! Students experiment with water to build their own watershed. Hands-on activities teach about rain, erosion, water pollution, and water filtration.

Pittsburgh Fish Stories

What's really living beneath the water?   Learn about the fish that inhabit Pennsylvania streams and rivers, and observe pictures and preserved specimens to see how their shapes and physical characteristics suit them for specific environments. 

Each RiverTales program comes with a take-home pamphlet that students can share with parents to continue the learning and fun after school!

Call 412-231-2712 for more information on RiverTales.

Reservations

RiverTales are designed for presentation to a maximum of 35 students. A minimum of two RiverTales must be scheduled on the same day in the same school building. Call 412-231-2712 to make a reservation for the 2007-08 school year.  Available November 1- March 1, Monday through Saturday.

Pricing

Two RiverTales, (must book at least two): $200
Each RiverTales after minimum: $75
Prices are per title, per school building, per school day.
Additional costs for travel: 0-25 miles- Free; 26-50 miles - $25.

All conditions, schedules, programs and prices are subject to change. All programs must be booked in advance.  RiverQuest reserves the right to reschedule RiverTales programs due to inclement weather or hazardous traveling conditions.