Zoo outreach programs help students develop awareness and appreciation for the natural world. By seeing and touching real animals, students make connections which foster commitments to environmental protection. Qualified zoo educators present these programs in your classroom to your students. Program length varies according to grade and ranges from 30 minutes to an hour.
Outreach Program Offerings
Outreach Program Prices
Our programs are designed for 32 students or less:
- A base fee of $100 applies to the first program.
- If outside Oklahoma City limits, then a $.50 per mile charge applies.
- Distance from OKC to your site is determined by O.D.O.T.
- Additional programs booked for the same day at the same location are $50 each.
- Some schools/organizations may qualify for a Zoo FUNd for Kids Grant.
Please note: Fees above are for regular education hours and days. An additional $25 fee applies to after-hours and/or Sunday programs. Programs depend on staff availability.
To book an outreach program, call (405) 425-0218 with the following:
- Possible dates and times.
- The address of your location.
- The number of programs being requested.
- The age(s) / grade(s) which will participate.
- An estimate of how many students will attend.
Preschool
Critter Tales
Reading comes to life as we combine children’s books, biofacts, and a live animal in this adventure for children ages 3 – 5. Content depends on featured animal (i.e., an armadillo, rabbit, hedgehog, lizard, owl, or a turtle).
K-1st Grade
Animal Hide-N-Seek
Animals have colors and patterns for a reason. Compare fur, feathers and scales to see if they are hiding or warning of danger.
Egg-cellent Babies
Compare the colors, shapes, and sizes of eggs and discover why they are a safe place for a baby to grow.
On the Go
Slither, soar, and stroll as you explore the different ways animals move.
Smell with Your Tongue
See it, hear it, smell it, and touch it! Experience the uncommon ways animals use their common senses. (For groups of 40 or less.)
2nd - 4th Grade
Animal Transformers
Some babies are born looking like their parents, others must transform. Discover animal life cycles where there’s more than meets the eye!
Camouflage
Now you see it, now you don’t! Learn how colors and patterns help animals hide.
Habitat Challenge
Where animals live determines what they look like. Check out the adaptations they use for survival.
Spineless Wonders
Being spineless has its advantages, at least when you live underwater. Dive deep into the lives of aquatic invertebrates.
Wildlife Trackers
Take an exciting look at how—and why—animals move. Identify their tracks and the story behind them!
5th - 6th Grade
Bug’s Life
Don’t “bug out” on this opportunity. Uncover the whole story about insect characteristics and their integral role in our world.
Dinners & Diners
The stakes are high in this eat-or-be-eaten game! Explore the adaptations and feeding strategies that help predators and prey survive another day.
Keepers of the Earth
Water connects us with all animal and plant life. In this interactive program, students work to find a balance between man and nature in “our town.”
Name Game
What’s in a name? In this case, plenty of characteristics. Test your skills in a taxonomic matching game with animal artifacts.
Nature’s Grocery Store
How does a shopping spree relate to biodiversity? Make the connections between habitats, animals, and the products in your shopping cart.
Wildlife Crime Stoppers
Clues left by animals reveal something about them. Use math and animal artifacts to solve animal crimes.
7th - 12th Grade
Animal Training
Learn how and why we train our zoo animals, the basics of behavior modification, and play the training game. Video footage of training sessions may be paired with an on-grounds training session (staff dependent).
Animal S.O.S. (Save Our Species)
Animals in Oklahoma and around the world are in trouble! Come discover why animals are endangered and what you can do to help.
Zoo Design
Zoos face many challenges when creating animal exhibits. In this simulation game, teams make decisions about animals, buildings, and visitor amenities to create a 21st century zoo.