World’s Most Exciting Classroom Episode 081: Meet Jonathan the Giant Tortoise

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May 15, 2025

9:00 am to 9:45 am EST

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World’s Most Exciting Classroom Episode 081: Meet Jonathan the Giant Tortoise

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World’s Most Exciting Classroom Episode 081: Meet Jonathan the Giant Tortoise

The Oosterschelde has arrived at the island of St. Helena after leaving Cape Town, South Africa a couple of weeks ago. Join in for an action packed event:

– Meet Jonathan the Seychelles Giant Tortoise, he’s the oldest known living animal on the planet!

– Joe will share some photos and video from his time in on the coast in Gansbaai, cage diving with sharks and visiting the endangered African penguins on Dyer Island.

When

May 15, 2025

9:00 am to 9:45 am EST

Grade Level: All Ages

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