Dive into the underwater world! At OdySea in Scottsdale, students come face to face with sharks, sea turtles, penguins, and hundreds of other species. It’s an unforgettable way to explore ocean life and learn how scientists classify and care for the animal kingdom.Program Details<<Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026<Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM<Location: OdySea Aquarium, 9500 East Vía de Ventura Suite A-100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256<Grades: Pre-K through 8th <Educational Focus: Oceanography <Cost: $46.50 per student and $31.25 per adult<Drop-Off Option: +$65 (limited to 5 students)Educational Focus by Grade Level This program explores marine life, animal classification, and ocean ecosystems — all intentionally aligned to Arizona State Standards. Here's how the learning connects at each grade level:<<Pre-K–K: Observing and naming animals and what they need to live aligns with the Arizona Early Learning Standards and Arizona State Standards for early life science.<Grades 1–2: Sorting animals by their traits and exploring where they live aligns with Arizona State Standards for primary life science.<Grades 3–5: Classification, adaptations, and ocean ecosystems align with Arizona State Standards for elementary life science.<Grades 6–8: Food webs, interdependence, and conservation align with Arizona State Standards for middle-grade life science.What's Included<<Admission to the aquarium<Learning guide to keep students engaged throughout the visit<A hands-on welcome activity led by Discoveries in the Desert<A standards-aligned education packet, specific to each grade band (emailed 1 week prior to the program)<A small-group, well-supervised experienceRead the full field trip details and book your spot! https://www.discoveriesinthedesert.com/event-details/odysea-aquarium