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School classes Field Trip Visit with Education Classes Let us help you make your Louisville Zoo visit more impactful and
meaningful. Add one of our specially designed classes to your
self-guided field trip reservation. Self-guided field trip
details
The following classes are valid through school year 2009-1010
(unless otherwise noted) School Group Rates Field Trip with a Class - $9.00 per person
For groups of 20 or more paying persons. $9 fee includes $6.00 for
entry to the Zoo and $3.00 for class and materials. (Prices subject
to change.) Classes are taught by educators and docents (trained volunteers)
and
last 35 to 45 minutes, depending on the age of the group. Classes
can be designed to fit curriculum needs. All programs have extensive
pre-visit and post-visit materials. Programs are taught year round.
The classes listed below can be adapted to any age level. Other
topics are available and the Louisville Zoo Education Staff will be
glad to work with you to design a program that fits your needs.
Other common topics are: Zoo Careers, Experiencing Animals, Birds,
African Animals and Australian Animals.
Cancellations - $25 This fee will be charged if notification of cancellation of a
program is not received by the Zoo at least 24 hours in advance of
the program date. Call (502) 238-5358 Note: Classes will be held regardless of weather conditions unless
your school district cancels classes. Teacher packets, which are mailed after scheduling a program, should
be read closely in order to have your group at its proper location
on time. Programs are scheduled in classroom spaces located
throughout the Zoo. Classes for Pre-school through Primary:
Inside-Out
(Grades K through 3) The world of animals is discussed in relationship to our own
physiology. Differences and similarities between animals and humans
will be covered.
Let’s Eat
(Grades K through 3) Why doesn’t an alligator eat fruit? Why do zebras prefer grass? Students will learn what animals eat and the special features that
determine whether an animal eats meat, plants or both. Life Cycles
(Grade 3 & 4) All living things go through different stages in a lifetime. This
program will cover the life cycles of a butterfly, a turtle, a frog
and a gorilla. Creepy Crawlies (Pre-school through Grade 1) Children will discover that insects, spiders and other “creepy
crawlies” are not so bad after all.
Feathers & Fur (Pre-school through Grade 3) Young visitors will learn about those animals with fur or feathers.
Characteristics of mammals and birds will be discussed. Life of a Tree (Grades 1 through 5) Trees are important to the survival of many animals. Students will
learn about how trees grow and how animals and trees help each
other. Classes for Grades 4 through Adult: Plant Adaptations The zoo is an accredited botanical garden. This program is designed
for middle and high school students. The class will look at the
adaptations that plants have developed for life in various
ecosystems. World of Reptiles and Amphibians General characteristics of reptiles and amphibians are covered
along with myths and misconceptions that surround these animals.
Animal Endangerment
This is a specific program on the danger of impending animal
extinctions, one of the critical areas of modern ecology. Recent
research and conservation efforts are discussed along with the role
that zoos are playing to save endangered species.
Classification This is a generalized program focusing on the classification of
organisms, with special focus on the characteristics of amphibians,
reptiles, birds and mammals.
Ecosystems A general discussion on the major ecosystems
of the world. Teachers will need to indicate which ecosystem(s)
they would like emphasized. The Science Behind Global
Warming
(Middle and High School) What is the difference between weather and climate? How do human
activities influence the atmosphere? This program, designed for
middle and high school students, will explore some of the basic
science behind understanding global warming.
Primates
(Grades 4 and up) This class takes a look at the similarities and differences that
exist between prosimians, monkeys and apes.
The Louisville Zoo programs and materials are based on the following
publications:
- The Louisville Zoo Education Department develops and provides
education that is engaging while being scientifically accurate and
formally based on:
- Transformations: Kentucky's Curriculum Framework (Kentucky
Department of Education)
- Project 2061's Benchmark for Science Literacy (American Association
for the Advancement of Science)
- National Science Education Standards (National Academy of Science
National Research Council)
- Kentucky’s Core Content for Assessment
- Excellence in Environmental Education: Guidelines for Learning
The MetaZoo Education Department is available to assist schools in
the implementation of KERA mandates. |
