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Z.E.B.R.A. classes feature live animal encounters in our "up-close" visits with education animals; biofacts to touch and learn about; crafts and hands-on activities; stories, games and a snack. Some classes include a hike in the zoo (weather permitting)!
Fall 2009 schedule of classes for September through December 2009. Click here to see a list of classes open, limited and closed.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader (version 7.0 or higher) to view the winter/spring schedule, registration guidelines and registration form.
Please read our registration guidelines and print a registration form to fax or mail (PDF format)
Special activities at the Veterinary Hospital:
Veterinarian Adventures for high school students
Veterinarian Adventures registration form
Preceptorship for veterinary medicine students
Join our chapter of Roots & Shoots™, a service organization for 4th, 5th and 6th graders dedicated to helping animals, the environment and the human community. Jane Goodall founded Roots & Shoots™ in 1991.
Complete a ZEBRA registration form with your monthly dues. And, for more information, visit the Roots & Shoots Web site.
Videoconferencing Programs for Schools
Dickerson Park Zoo and the Discovery Center are collaborating to offer zoo classes to schools via videoconferencing. Each class is presented by a zoo staff member and will include several live animals.
Animal Awareness
Learn about the characteristics of mammals, birds, and reptiles, as we compare and contrast these animals. We'll discuss traits as modeled by our live zoo animals.
(Pre-K-2)
All About Birds!
Learn about these feathered animals and their unique features. Birds can be classified by beak size and shape, body size and shape, and even foot size and shape. We'll learn about these grouping and meet some of the zoo's birds and use them as live models for learning. (1-5)
All About Reptiles!
We'll learn about these scaled creatures as we use zoo animals to model their amazing features. Learn about the five classes of reptiles and discover the great diversity in reptile morphology. Physical and behavioral adaptations will be discussed. (1-5)
All About Mammals!
What are mammals? What makes them different? We'll talk about these things and learn how to classify mammals based on certain characteristics. Fun mammal facts will be presented as we check out some mammals from the zoo! (1-5)
Endangered Animals
Animals play a very important part in this world, but some animals' existence is threatened. Find out why and what we can do to stop animal extinction. (5-12)
Animal Families
Learn about family groups and structures and how animals raise their young. (PreK-2)
Your Wild Backyard
Our backyards play a very important role in conserving nature. Learn about all the animals found in our backyards, as well as how to attract them and build a healthy backyard habitat. (PreK-5)
Classes are $150 per videoconference. Classes should be booked a minimum of two weeks in advance. To book a video conference or for more information call the Programs Coordinator, 417-862-9910, ext. 726, or visit Discovery Center's Web site.
