Classes include live animals, biofacts, and observation and investigation activities to help meet your child's science needs. Programs are held on the 2nd and 3rd Monday of each month from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Classes meet in the lower level of The Living World building. For more information, call (314) 646-4544.
Advance registration is required. Please complete the fall registration form (see sidebar at right). Participants must register at least two weeks before the class date.
Students in Grades K – 2
Under the Sea
Explore the amazing ocean animals through stories, art and an up close encounter with our stingrays.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0914US - September 14 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - SOLD OUT
Baby Animals
Have you heard of a puggle? Can you name the mom of an elver? Some babies look just like their moms and other look completely different. In this class we will explore the different baby animals. Come see which baby belongs to which mom.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0921BA - September 21 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Feathers and Fur
Penguins are birds, but do they have feathers? How is a platypus the same as an armadillo? Through the use of live birds and mammals, students will be introduced to the basic characteristics of these warm-blooded vertebrates.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1012FF - October 12 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Slime and Scales
How are salamanders and lizards alike? How are they different? Through the use of live amphibians and reptiles, students will be introduced to the basic characteristics of these cold-blooded animals.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1019SS - October 19 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Animal Camouflage
Now you see me, know you don't! Sometimes animals blend in with their surroundings and sometimes they stand out. Find out when and why these and other camouflage strategies work. Through games, crafts and observation of live animals, we'll learn about this creative way that animals protect themselves.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1109AC -November 9 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Animal Senses
How do animal senses compare to ours? In this class, we will investigate how animals use their senses to survive. Join us as we learn how hawks see, how bears smell, and how rodents hear.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1116AS - November 16 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Students in Grades 3 - 5
Dive into the Ocean
Dive in and get your feet wet as we explore life in the ocean. Discover how we affect the ocean, and how the ocean affects us.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0914DO - September 14 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
World Ecology
Investigate the different biomes of the world and the role ecologists play as we understand how each animal is adapted to its habitat.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0921WE - September 21 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Reptiles and Amphibians
See and touch live reptiles and amphibians, and discover their unique characteristics. Determine the differences between amphibian and reptile groups.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1012RA - October 12 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Mammals and Birds
Learn about the two groups of warm blooded vertebrates: mammals and birds. In this class, students will review mammal and bird characteristics while studying live examples of each.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1019MB - October 19 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Nocturnal Animals
Rodents, owls and snakes have special adaptations for their nocturnal lifestyles. Through animal demonstrations and contact, students will learn about these creatures of the night.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1109NA -November 9 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Animal Weaponry
Many animals are equipped with effective natural weaponry to help them survive. Antlers, horns, tusks, fangs and hooves are examples of weapons discussed and demonstrated during this program.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1116AW - November 16 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Students in Grades 6 - 8
Zoo Exhibit Design
Have you ever wondered how the Saint Louis Zoo designs a naturalistic exhibit for animals? It is more than just walls and rocks! Come learn how we plan for the safety of the animals and the keepers, all while creating the viewing enjoyment of the visitors. You will build your own model Zoo exhibit.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0914ED - September 14 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Zoo Nutrition
Do anteaters at the Zoo really eat ants? Are the lions fed zebras? While zookeepers are responsible for the daily care of the animals, the nutritionists are the diet experts. Come learn about the three types of animal diets and how they are prepared and delivered to each of our animals.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H0921ZN - September 21 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates 1
What makes a tiger a mammal and a penguin a bird? In this class, you will be introduced to classification skills, and discover the unique characteristics of each of the five vertebrate groups: fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1012CV - October 12 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Comparative Anatomy of Vertebrates 2
How can an echidna be a mammal if it lays eggs? Now that you've learned the basics of mammal classification, this next step will be to examine "exceptions to the rules." We will review the vertebrate group classification and discuss some outliers of those groups!
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1019CV - October 19 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Invisible World
See the fascinating wonders of the everyday world not seen by the naked eye. Using dissecting microscopes, students can discover how scientists use microscopes while investigating animal adaptations and lifestyles.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1109IW -November 9 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Born to Survive
Why would a turtle need an egg tooth? How soon can a giraffe stand after it is born? Baby animals have unique challenges in this world and special adaptations to help them survive to adulthood. In this class, we'll look at adaptations specifically used by young animals.
Limited to 16 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
H1116BO - November 16 (M); 2 - 3:30 p.m. - CLOSED
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