Are you looking for something a little "wild" for your after school program? The Zoo will come to you with exciting, interdisciplinary programs that involve students in hands-on, mentally engaging activities. Each six-session series includes both academic skills and social activities that engage students in collaborative learning.
Format: All three class options are designed for 6 weeks, visiting your location one day per week. Your organization can sign up for one or more sessions to run at the same time.
Program Length: 90 minutes
Number of Participants: 25 students per session
Program Materials (to be provided by the Host School): Markers, crayons, scissors, glue, blackboard, activity space and a secure room with tables or desks.
Price: 1 session $750; 2 concurrent sessions $1,400
For more information, call the Education Department at (314) 646-4544.
Who Is In Your Backyard?
Grade Level: K - 2nd
Who is in your backyard? That depends on where you live! In this six-week program, we will learn about six continents and the animals that live on them and meet some ambassador animals. We will also explore a culture from each continent through folktales, crafts, a song and more. So, become an international traveler and join us as we travel around the world.
Week 1: North America (Sioux Tribe - Midwest)
Week 2: South America (Inca - Andes Mountain Area)
Week 3: Africa (Zulu - South Africa)
Week 4: Europe (Ancient Greeks - Mediterranean)
Week 5: Asia (Indian People - India)
Week 6: Australia (Aborigines - Central Australia)
Animal Olympics
Grade Level: 3rd - 5th
In this six-week program, learn about animal extremes! We'll explore the history of the Olympics and discuss how humans compare to animal athletes. We'll look at adaptations, movement, sizes, and even ‘extreme' animals. Each session will include the opportunity to meet animals up close and create a take-home craft. The session will end with an "Olympic Training Course" in which we will see how we might compare to the animals we've learned about.
Week 1: Introduction / History of Olympics
Week 2: Animal Adaptations
Week 3: Animal Senses
Week 4: Animal Size
Week 5: Animal Extremes
Week 6: Olympic Training Course
Animal Scene Investigation
Grade Level: 6th - 8th
In this six-week "who-done-it" program, we will explore and learn new ways to investigate the clues animals leave behind. Each week, we'll use this new knowledge to solve real life mysteries! Come prepared to solve a zoo mystery that spans all six weeks and practice your newly acquired observational skills.
Week 1: Animal Tracks
Week 2: Skulls, Bones, and Teeth
Week 3: Scat and Owl Pellet Investigation
Week 4: Indirect Clues from Decomposition
Week 5: Hidden Clues - Through the Microscope Lens
Week 6: Animal Mysteries
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