Education Programs
All programs must be scheduled in advance. Each classroom program can accommodate groups
of 30 people.
Classroom Program Fees
Summit County
Single class/consecutive classes...............$65/$50
Surrounding Counties
Single class/consecutive classes...............$75/$60
Classroom Program Descriptions
Preschool* - 3-5 year old
Bust A Move - Discover the various ways animals move in the wild, and see how much you can
move like them. NEW FOR 2016!
All Creatures Great & Small - Animals come in different shapes and sizes. How do they compare
with you?
In Living Color - The world is colored with animals. Discover the not-so-black and white world of
animal colors.
Living Things – Explore the differences between living things and non-living things and meet a
few live animals.
*Call for programs for children under 3.
Kindergarten – Grade 3
Fur, Feathers & Scales – Explore what makes birds, mammals and reptiles different.
Backyard Wildlife – Discover animals that live in Ohio. Learn about their lives in the wild and
how people and animals can co-exist.
Where in the World – Explore the different places animals call home, from the desert to the
rainforest.
Multi-age Programs
Superheroes! (grades 4-8) – Superheroes have lots of special powers, but how many of those
powers are also found in the animal kingdom? NEW FOR 2016!
What’s for Dinner? (grades 4-6) – Learn about the food web and how all animals are connected.
Rainforest (grades 4-6) - Explore the most diverse habitats and one of the most at risk.
Discover why the rainforest is at risk and learn its impact in Ohio.
Endangered Species (grades 5-6) – Why do some animals thrive while others struggle for
survival? Meet some animals from the zoo and explore this topic.
Wildlife Trade (grades 6 - high school) – Learn how human decisions affect the economics and
cultures of other civilizations.
Adapt and Survive (grades 5-8) – Discover the traits and behaviors that help animals survive
and thrive in the wild.
Training 101 (grades 6-high school) - Explore the psychology behind training natural behaviors.
Custom Program (any age) - Our Education Team will work with you to create a custom
program to fit your needs.
Other Programs available
Behind-the-Scenes Tours
*All participants must be 8 years or older at the time of the Behind the Scenes tour
Summit County
Single tour/consecutive tours..................$80/$65
Surrounding Counties
Single tour/consecutive tours..................$90/$75
General Tours (not available May 1 - mid June)
Summit County
Single tour/consecutive tours..................$55/$40
Surrounding Counties
Single tour/consecutive tours..................$65/$50
All on-grounds programs must be scheduled in advance. Fees do not include
zoo admission. To schedule a field trip and program, please complete the Field
Trip Request Form.