TiCinema Special Project

Nature, Science and Hands-On Learning

The BIOTOPE AQUARIUM Project (BAP) presents a special educational collaboration with TiCinema Film Festival® Pavia: interactive workshops for children where participants explore the Amazon ecosystem and create their own real biotope aquarium.

The experience combines biodiversity, creativity and practical learning in an engaging and memorable format.

Location

The workshops are hosted at the historic Canottieri Ticino Pavia, an elegant venue overlooking the Ticino River.

Its natural setting creates the perfect atmosphere for activities focused on water, ecosystems and environmental education.

Address: Str. Canarazzo 15, 27100 Pavia, Italy.

Featured Workshop

Amazonia in Aquarium – The Rio Negro Biotope

A guided experience introducing children to one of the most fascinating freshwater habitats in the world.

Duration: around 2 hours
Recommended age: 8–10 years
Participants: maximum 15 per session

Program Structure

Before the Workshop

Participants and families can access dedicated online materials through the official BAP website, designed to prepare children for the experience.

Pre-workshop resources include:

Introduction to Amazonia
What a biotope is
How aquariums recreate ecosystems
Workshop guidance and preparation

During the Workshop

Multimedia Introduction

Children explore:

Images and videos of the Amazon rainforest
The Rio Negro and its famous blackwater habitat
What a natural biotope means

Simplified Scientific Session

Young participants learn about:

Tropical biodiversity
Balance of aquatic ecosystems
Respect for animals and nature

Practical Activity

Each participant personally creates a complete mini aquarium including:

Glass aquarium
Natural substrate
Wood and natural decorations
Real aquatic plants
Filter and basic equipment
Carefully selected fish according to ethical and sustainable criteria

Take Home Experience

At the end of the activity, each child brings home the aquarium created during the workshop, together with clear care instructions.

After the Workshop

The learning journey continues online through the official BAP platform.

Participants will find support materials for:

Aquarium setup refinement
Maintenance over time
Responsible fish care
Educational follow-up content
Family support resources

Schedule

Saturday, June 6, 2026

10:00 – Sponsored by Tetra
14:00 – Sponsored by Tetra

Sunday, June 7, 2026

10:00 – Sponsored by Fluval
14:00 – Sponsored by Fluval

Important Notes

Limited places available
Registration required
One booking = one participant
Parent or guardian required at check-in

About BAP

The Biotope Aquarium Project promotes freshwater ecosystem awareness through environmental education, Citizen Science and real-world learning experiences.

TiCinema 2026