Water Mission: Water Mission: Make a splash

primary level middle grade upper grade
  • 30–45 minutes
  • Included in the school group admission fee
  • ARTIS-Aquarium

A lesson through the renewed ARTIS-Aquarium, exploring remarkable animals and their underwater world.

Core objectives

core objective 26

The student explores geographical phenomena.

core objective 29

The student explores the world from a scientific and technological perspective

core objective 31

The student demonstrates an understanding of organisms and their health.

core objective 32

The student demonstrates an understanding of and explores the Earth system.

Yellow boxfish, drifting jellyfish, colourful corals and cuttlefish that can change colour: life underwater is full of surprises. During this scavenger hunt, students discover remarkable animals and learn how water connects all life on Earth.

Through a series of assignments, students explore the new ARTIS-Aquarium. They take a closer look at the underwater world, discover how animals have adapted to their habitats, and learn why clean, healthy water is essential for people, animals and nature. A splashing water mission!

Practical information

ARTIS is easy to reach by public transport, car or coach. Don’t forget to reserve a start time no more than one month in advance. ARTIS also offers optional lunch packages.

Four children with scavenger hunts in ARTIS-Park.