Join the Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium to dive into the world of rearing captive butterflies in elementary classrooms. This training is perfect for teachers with varying degrees of comfort with using live butterflies in the classroom. Teachers who have always wanted to raise live butterflies in the classroom but weren’t sure where to start will gain confidence in the biology and logistics of this powerful teaching tool. Teachers who use live butterflies annually will gain a deeper understanding of butterfly biology, the ethics around releasing captive raised butterflies, and more. Everyone will come away with new ideas and ready-made activities to help deepen their students understanding of the biologic process unfolding in front of them while igniting their curiosity and strengthening their questioning skills. Join us as we move beyond simple observations to harness and expand your students’ innate curiosities and enthusiasm to delve into the world of metamorphosis, life cycles, and more.