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Zoo Presentation templates

The moment you set foot into the vast acreage of the zoo, you are transported to an exotic realm that houses some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. giraffes, monkeys, birds, turtles, lions, humans humans oh, that's just the janitor cleaning one of the cages from the inside... jokes aside, if you like the zoo, we might catch your eye with these google slides themes and powerpoint templates..

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Zoo lover's day.

Do you love being surrounded by animals? Do you think going to the zoo is the perfect plan to spend with family, friends or partner? Then it is your lucky day because we're celebrating Zoo Lovers Day! And for the passionate ones like you we bring the most "animated" template....

World Animal Day

Anatole France said that until one has loved an animal, a part of the soul remains unawakened. And, definitely, he is right. These special beings bring joy to our lives in many ways. Since they are great, they deserve their own celebration. October 4 is World Animal Day and Slidesgo...

Language Arts Subject for Elementary - 1st Grade: Let’s Go On a Safari

Watching animals on the wild, in their natural habitat and not in the zoo? How's that even possible? Well, a safari is exactly that! Kids love animals, so without having to leave the classroom, you can take them to watch giraffes, monkeys and tigers with this educational template! They'll learn...

Woods Animals for Pre-K

Download the Woods Animals for Pre-K presentation for PowerPoint or Google Slides and create big learning experiences for the littlest students! Dynamic and adorable, this template provides the visual stimuli that Pre-K students thrive on and makes your lessons more playful and exciting — after all, Pre-K education is all...

Animals of the Amazon Minitheme

Tigers, zebras, hienas, giraffes… This template has been imported from the Amazon! Ready to learn about all the fauna and flora that lives there? With this creative minitheme full of illustrations you can prepare a fun class with your elementary students and take them on a trip without even having...

Vertebrate and invertebrate animals

Dive into the fascinating world of vertebrate and invertebrate animals with our ready-made Google Slides and PPT presentation! This visually appealing lesson is designed to spark curiosity and keep your students engaged as they explore the captivating differences between these two groups of animals. With eye-catching illustrations, fun facts and...

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Animals of the Ice

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Animal Therapy Center

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Safari Tour Package MK Campaign

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Sea Animals Minitheme

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Exotic Animals Veterinary Center

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World Farm Animals Day Minitheme

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Make learning come alive for your students with John Ball Zoo and our education programs. Our programs are designed using fun, hands-on and flexible teaching methods. Programs are developed for students ages 3 through adult.

No matter what grade your students are in, let us enhance your field trip with our grade-specific onsite educational programs.

Registration below for Spring 2023.

School Trip Availability

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Plan Your Day

Core education topics.

REGISTRATION INFO: please use the Field Trip Calendar to the left to help plan your trip. GREEN Dates are below average school crowds. YELLOW are average school crowds, and ORANGE are above average school crowds. 

Registration below for Spring 2024.

School Group Reservations

School groups that pre-register and pre-pay for a field trip at least three weeks in advance are eligible to receive our discounted student rate.* A separate reservation must be made for each visit. All paid students, teachers, and adult chaperones are issued a wristband for admission into the Zoo once payment is received. Wristbands will be mailed to your school. Please find a copy of our wristband policy below.

* These rates do not apply to daycare or day camps. For Discounted Admission Rates for Youth-Oriented Organizations please click here.

Discounted Admission for School Groups

School groups visiting from outside of Kent County receive a discounted student rate of $5 per student. All teachers, bus drivers, and 1 parent chaperone per every 5 students receive free admission. Additional chaperones beyond the 1:5 ratio will be charged the regular admission rate.

Kent County School Groups

Kent County school students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade receive FREE Zoo admission for school group visits, thanks to the 2016 millage! All teachers, bus drivers, and 1 parent chaperone per every 5 students receive free admission. Additional chaperones beyond the 1:5 ratio will be charged the regular admission rate.

Homeschool and Virtual Learning Groups

Groups of 15 or more homeschool/virtual learning students that pre-register and pre-pay for a field trip at least two weeks in advance are eligible to receive the discounted student rate. Homeschool groups are a 1:5 chaperone ratio, meaning 1 free chaperone for every 5 students. Additional chaperones beyond the 1:5 ratio will be charged the regular admission rate.

ONSITE PROGRAMS

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Please direct any questions to [email protected] or call 616-336-4302.

Wild Encounter

Come visit John Ball Zoo and learn about wildlife with our Zoo Education Staff in an interactive live animal presentation. Bring animals to your classroom with a Travel Zoo!

• Our 30-45 minute Wild Encounter presentations are designed to teach students about one of our core education topics through a hands-on animal encounter in a classroom setting.
• These classes are for students ages pre-K through adults and are for groups of up to 30 students and up to 6 adults.
• Classes for pre-K students are limited to 20 students.
• Wild Encounters are $100 per classroom.
• SOLD OUT for Spring 2024 field trips. Friday's only for Summer 2024.

Penguineering

Habitats come alive as students are immersed into the life of a penguin. Hands on activities bring to light what Magellanic penguins need in their habitat and how animals are natural engineers. 

• Designed for grades 2-4. Penguineering is for classroom sized groups of no more than 30 students.
• Students pretend to be a penguin while they create a nesting habitat which is then put to the test against some environmental constraints.
• Price is $75 per class at the zoo.
• Bring Penguineering to your classroom for $110 for the first program, $75 for each consecutive program, and $1 per mile travel fee.
• Please note that live animals are not included in this program. If you are interested in a live animal presentation, please see the Wild Encounter program.
• SOLD OUT for Spring 2024 Field Trips. Friday's only for Summer 2024.

Exhibit Design

Building exhibits at the Zoo is no small task. Engineering skills are put to the test as groups use an animal’s needs and adaptions to design and create 3D models of a new exhibit.

• Designed for 5th-12th grade. The exhibit design class is for classroom sized groups of no more than 30 students and is ideal for 20-25 students.
• This class can be modified for a variety of age groups and aligns perfectly with the engineering design standards.
• Price is $75 per class.
• Bring the Exhibit Design class to your classroom for $110 for the first program, $75 for each consecutive program, and $1 per mile travel fee.

Habitats come alive as students are immersed into the life of a penguin. Hands on activities bring to light what Magellanic penguins need in their habitat and how animals are natural engineers.

Zoo Careers

Working with wild animals can be exciting, rewarding, and sometimes even a little stinky! During this program, your class will get a sneak peek into what working for a zoo is really like.

• This career-focused class is for middle and high school students.
• Enjoy hands-on activities and expert insight while learning about zoo keeping, zoo veterinary care, and wildlife research.
• Price is $75 per class at the Zoo.
• Bring Zoo Careers to your classroom for $110 for the first program, $75 for each consecutive program, and $1 per mile travel fee.

Choose from a Sample Itinerary to Have a Great Zoo Day!

Sample Schedule -Zoo Program

• 9:00am - Arrive at Zoo! Unload buses, meet parent chaperones.
• 9:15am - Meet Zoo Educator to attend Zoo Education Program. *Register for a program at the same time you book your field trip!
• 10:00am - Enter the Zoo to tour in small chaperone groups. Don't forget to utilize the free learning resources.
• 11:30am - Meet for lunch with whole class/group in Zoo Park space or students carry lunches and eat in chaperone groups throughout the Zoo.
• 12:30/1:00pm - Load buses
• Free Zoo Learning Resources
• Zoo Park Rentals

Sample Schedule - Self-Guided Visit

• 9:10am - Students tour Zoo with chaperones in small groups. Don't forget to utilize the free learning resources to provide a more meaningful Zoo experience for your students.
• 11:30am - Meet in Park space for lunch. *Spaces may be reserved or are on a first come, first serve basis.
• 12:00pm - Enjoy more Zoo Exploration time or return to School

Lunch @ the Zoo

• Outside food and drink is permitted in the Zoo. We ask that you do NOT bring plastic straws into the Zoo and highly encourage packing "green" lunches that limit the use of small plastic wrappers.
• The Zoo does not have a designated space to store lunches. Many groups either keep them on the bus and eat in the park, have students carry their lunch with them, or leave them at key locations throughout the Zoo. Please note - the Zoo is not responsible for any unattended lunches.
• Lunch spaces in the Zoo include; the Boardwalk tent (overlooking Spider monkeys, across from Anteater & Peccaries), Forest Realm (picnic tables are scattered throughout the trail and directly across from Tiger Paws concessions), Central Stage area (near river otters).
• The Zoo park space includes multiple picnic areas with a short walk from the main entrance. Many of these spaces are reservable, otherwise are available as first come, first serve.

Important Items to Note

• Buses will be allowed to park on-site unless otherwise noted via Zoo Email. *West Fest occurs every year the third week of May, due to limited park space, buses are parked off-site during this week.
• We highly encourage buses to pick up in the bus lane to limit student pedestrian traffic in the parking lot. If you are visiting a playground please use the designated crosswalks ONLY.
• Please remind chaperones to monitor and enforce appropriate Zoo Behavior. This includes but is not limited to; not pounding on exhibit windows, not climbing on rocks/walls surrounding animal habitats, respecting other visitors in walkways and at habitat viewing areas, and walking throughout the Zoo.

John Ball Zoo’s Wild Encounter and Traveling Zoo Programs are designed to teach the following science topics to your students. Other, more customized programs are also available upon request.

Preschool - Kindergarten

• Body Coverings: Experience the furry, feathery and scaly side of the animal world and learn why animals have these amazing coverings.
• Michigan Wildlife: Explore the wild side of Michigan and learn more about the animals that might be right in your backyard.
• Animal Senses: Explore your own senses as well as those that animals use to survive.
• Animal Essentials: Learn animals' basic needs and how they satisfy these needs to survive.

1st - 3rd Grade

• Animal Classification: Students learn how scientists group and classify animals based on their similarities and differences.
• Growing Up Wild: We'll explore animals, their young and how they each grow up differently.
• Habitats: Learn the basic needs of animals and how they meet those needs in the different types of habitats, from deserts to wetlands.

4th Grade and Above

• Animal Adaptations: Get an up-close look at the amazing physical and behavioral adaptations animals use to survive.
• Predator-Prey: Learn about adaptations that help predators find prey and how potential prey avoid being eaten while exploring the relationships these animals have with each other.
• Connections: Learn to recognize the connections between animals and plants, and how they effect the flow of energy through an ecosystem.
• Wildlife Conservation: Learn what you can do and what others are doing to help protect wildlife and their habitats around the world.

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• Great Lakes Rare Turtles

Great Lakes Conservation

Turtles are in trouble around the world and locally. The Great Lakes Rare Turtle Program addresses on threats that are existential and widespread for Blanding’s, Spotted, Wood, and Box Turtles. The John Ball Zoo is working wth partners to study head starting as a conservation tool, protecting nesting habitat for Wood Turtles from raccoons, and researching the distribution and status of Spotted Turtles in Southwest Michigan. The zoo partners with local community scientists to indentify road crossings that pose a threat to Blanding’s and other species of turtles.

• Poweshiek Skipperling

Oarisma powesheik

Grassland, Wetlands (inland)

Threat Range

Critically Endangered

Extant (resident) - Canada (Manitoba); United States (Wisconsin, Michigan), Possibly Extinct - United States (South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa), Extinct - United States (Indiana, Illinois)

• Mitchell's Satyr

The prairie fens of southern Michigan are a stronghold for the Endangered Mitchell’s Satyr butterfly. We are working with Michigan State University, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Michigan Natural Features Inventory, and the Kalamazoo Nature Center to develp to propagate this rare butterfly. Offspring reared in the program may be used to supplement wild Mitchell’s Satyr populations.

• Freshwater Mussels

Freshwater Mussels are one of the most fastenating groups of animals. Unfortunately they are also one of the most imperiled groups on animals with more than 70% of North American species listed as Threatened or Endangered. Our own Grand River is home to an impressive 32 different species, 19 of which are listed. The John Ball Zoo is working with scientists at Grand Valley State University to evaluate Grand River Mussel populations. During the 2023 field season, the team documented over 1,000 individuals from 27 different species. This includes the Endangered Snuffbox Mussel.

• Habitat Hero

Community Science

The Habitat Hero program is focused on creating better urban pollinator habitat by giving away native plants to west Michigan community members. By giving away native trees, shrubs and wildflowers, we are inviting community members to provide crucial nectar sources for pollinators as well as become more involved in pollinator conservation in their own yards and gardens.

• Kestrel Nest Box Monitoring

American Kestrels are one of North America’s most abundant raptors, but their populations have been steadily declining since the mid 1960’s. This year we have begun participating in the American Kestrel Partnership, run by the Peregrine Fund, to monitor local kestrel nest boxes and help better understand Kestrel population trends and biology.

• Grand River Sucker Monitoring

Suckers are a very important, and often overlooked, group of migratory fish that inhabit the Grand River. Every spring they migrate upriver from Lake Michigan to spawn in tributaries of the Grand River. We are joining a project started by the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago to determine how changes in temperature and flow of the streams impact the spawning behavior of the suckers.

• Turtle Road Mortality Surveys

One of the major threats to turtle populations is mortality associated with roads and vehicles. We have a team of trained volunteers who survey predetermined road crossing sites and report the number of turtles they find at these locations. We plan to use the data to assist in conservation decision-making regarding roads and turtles in west Michigan.

• Michigan Butterfly Network

As part of our pollinator conservation work, we want to understand how native butterfly populations are changing over time. By training community members to use the Michigan Butterfly Network monitoring protocol, we are offering passionate people the opportunity to help contribute to our understanding of butterfly populations in west Michigan.

• Bat Surveys

West Michigan is home to several species of rare and threatened species of bats. This summer we will have a group of volunteers collecting bat occurrence data by driving predetermined routes and using special recorders and software to identify bat species. The data will be submitted to the North American Bat Monitoring Project as part of their ongoing analysis of bat abundance and occupancy across North America.

• Massasauga Rattlesnake

The Massasauga is Michigan’s only venomous snake and plays an important role in the ecosystem . Unfortunately, these snakes are declining in numbers and are listed as Threatened. The John Ball Zoo helps to educate the public on the plight of the Massasauga and helps conservation biologists study them in the field. Currently, we are assisting Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, Grand Valley State University, and Sarett Nature Center develop new technologies to monitor this secretive snake species.

• City Nature Challenge

The City Nature Challenge is one of the world’s largest annual community science events. Started by iNaturalist in 2016 as a friendly competition between the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco, this bioblitz has grown into a global phenomenon with over 500 cities participating. Taking place over the last weekend in April each year, the City Nature Challenge is all about getting outside and documenting the biodiversity in and around our communities while building and strengthening relationships with other people who are passionate about conserving local species. The West Michigan City Nature Challenge is Michigan’s only City Nature Challenge event, and encompasses Allegan, Barry, Kent and Ottawa Counties. We are excited to partner with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and many other local organizations to engage our communities in four days of exploring our biodiverse outdoor spaces.

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Educational Resources

We have many engaging and fun ways to learn about animals, plants, and wildlife conservation at home. Students, parents, and educators can discover a wide variety of online options, from live animal cams, to videos and activities, to lessons and courses designed for different age groups, to resources for research, and even participating in community science. We invite you to explore these learning opportunities and bring our wildlife into your home!

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers Corner

• Wildlife Explorers Corner Episodes

The San Diego Zoo is bringing the Zoo to you, through San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers Corner! In each episode, you'll be taken on a fun and wild adventure to learn more about animals and their lifestyles. Dr. Zoolittle, Roberta the Zebra, and a cast of cool characters share stories, jokes, poems, songs, and interesting facts about wildlife. They also show you their favorite magic tricks, cook yummy treats, lead you through science experiments, and demonstrate how to make special crafts.

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• WILDLIFE EXPLORERS WEBSITE

Young Wildlife Explorers can jump into the world of wildlife with every visit to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers website. This family friendly site is jam-packed with videos and information about animals, fun stories, hands-on activities, and games.

Tiger Life-Drawing Lesson

Did you ever wonder how movie animators make animals look so real? Follow along with story artist David Derrick as he draws a realistic tiger. You can create a striped big cat of your very own!

San Diego Zoo Youth Curriculum (Grades K-12)

San Diego Zoo Youth Curriculum

• ALL YOUTH CURRICULUM
• Africa Rocks (Grades K-5)
• It Began With a Roar (Grades 3-6)
• Panda (Grades K-8)
• Australian Outback (Grades K-3)
• Adaptation Connections (Grade 2)
• Wild Cats (Grade K-5)
• https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/index.php/curriculum/self-guided-activities
• Watershed Heroes (Grades 3-5)
• Rhinoceros (Grades K-5)

A variety of curriculum packages focused on specific species, Zoo habitats, and science or conservation topics are available at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers website. Recommended grade levels are included, but many can be adapted to other ages.

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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Animals & Plants

• ANIMALS & PLANTS SITE

With detailed information, fun trivia, and much more, this website is a user-friendly, A-to-Z guide about favorite animals and plants—as well as many fascinating species you may not know much about.

• Science Blog

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance scientists are engaged in a wide variety of studies to help animals and plants all over the world. Read first-person accounts about their current projects in the Science Blog.

Wildwatch Communty Science

• https://www.zooniverse.org/projects/sandiegozooglobal/wildwatch-kenya
• Wildwatch Burrowing Owl

Anyone can become a “community scientist” and contribute valuable data to conservation scientists through this online tool. Help count and identify giraffes and other wildlife in field sites in Africa with Wildwatch Kenya, and help identify populations of burrowing owls and their behaviors with Wildwatch Burrowing Owl. You'll be helping field researchers sort through thousands of field camera photos that it would take them years to do alone—and help them make conservation discoveries and decisions much faster!

Learning to Read Scientific Literature

• LESSON PLANS

Learning to read scientific literature is an important and useful skill. These lessons were developed by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance for use in conjunction with Exploring Conservation Science field trips to the Beckman Center and the adjacent Safari Park.  All of these lesson plans are related to research being done by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance scientists.

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• Library Animal Fact Sheets

These fact sheets—commonly used by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance team members and freely available online—summarize information on an animal species or animal group. Sources include peer-reviewed journals, scholarly books, authoritative reports, and databases, as well as scientific and husbandry experts.

Karyotype Activity

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This activity is designed for middle school students, but can also be done at the high school level if appropriate. It is an art and craft style activity requiring a few household supplies. Constructing a karyotype is in conjunction with learning about chromosomes and how they are used to determine the sex of a sexually monomorphic species, such as the California condor.

iNaturalist

The Biodiversity Investigations Field Mission was created in collaboration with San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and the San Diego Natural History Museum to enhance middle school student exploration and learning around the iNaturalist community science program and the Life in a Biodiversity Hotspot program. This is a three-part educational experience, in which educators introduce their students to iNaturalist; students actively explore biodiversity concepts at the Beckman Center, and students are led through an iNaturalist Biodiversity Investigation, focused on scientific research being conducted at the San Diego Natural History Museum. Our hope is that upon completion of this program, students are able to engage with active scientific research as community scientists, and walk away with a greater appreciation of San Diego's regional biodiversity and the role they play to protect it.

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Take a walk on the wild side through the San Diego Zoo! This 22-minute, narrated exploration of the San Diego Zoo is the perfect way for you and your students to take a plunge with our polar bears, talk about the tigers, wave to our black-headed weavers, and check out the other wildlife that lives at the San Diego Zoo, all from the safety and comfort of your own home or classroom!

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Let science come to life with unique animal species, animal artifacts, and highly-skilled conservation educators from Lehigh Valley Zoo through a variety of year-round programs. These engaging multi-sensory experiences incorporate Common Core Standards, Pennsylvania Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content, and science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM), and fit the needs of multiple age levels.

For more information, please contact our education department at  [email protected]  or call  610-799-4171  and dial extension  228, 229, or 247 .

LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO’S CONSERVATION EDUCATION MISSION

To provide the community with educational opportunities to learn about wildlife and to develop positive attitudes and curiosity about nature and conservation.

On-site Pricing

• $325 per program (Up to 30 people)
• After 40, must purchase additional program
• $100 – Add an additional animal to your Animal Kingdom Presentation (not available for Pre-K-program)
• Conservation Exploration Program (1 animal and activity)
• CEP programs are not able to accommodate more than 30 people
• If you have more than 30 people, additional programs will have to be purchased at the program price
• $375 per program
• $425 per program
• Maximum of 30 participants ( adults and children ) per program
• Zoo admission is included for all participants in the price of a paid education program!

Animal Kingdom Presentations: Designed to give students an education presentation featuring the Zoo’s ambassador animals. Learn about their adaptations, behaviors, and the differences between species.

• Appropriate for grades preK-12 and the general public
• This program is a modified Animal Kingdom Presentation for PreK students to better fit their needs and attention spans.
• **Additional animal cannot be added onto the PreK Animal Kingdom Program.
• Covers PDE Science Standards

Conservation Exploration Programs (CEPs) : Designed to give students an education presentation featuring the Zoo’s ambassador animals. Themes include Lifecycles ( grades K-3 ), Habitats ( grades 4-6 ), Adaptations ( grades 4-6 ), or Threatened Species ( grades 7-12 ). This program includes an Ambassador Animal presentation and a correlating activity.

• 30 minutes with 1 animal and an activity
• Appropriate for grades K-12 and the general public

Sensory Program: This program is geared towards the autistic community with the activities designed with their needs in mind. Program themes include Animal Diets, Animal Enrichment, or Animal Footprints. This program includes an Ambassador Animal presentation and a correlating sensory-based activity.

• 45-60 minutes
• Also available as a Zoo Reach

Zoo Tours: Visitors and students will learn about the adaptations, habitats, behaviors, and conservation statuses of resident Lehigh Valley Zoo animals on a professionally-guided tour with an Education staff member.

Groups with over 30 participants or groups wishing to book more than one of the above programs will be charged the additional program price – no exceptions.

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• Frequently Asked Questions
• The zoo does not pre-book rain dates for programming as the programs will run rain or shine. If you choose to not attend your program due to weather, we will work with you to the best of our ability to reschedule. We do not offer refunds for programs cancelled by the guest due to weather. 
• The zoo opens at 10 am. The earliest program time slot is 10:15am to allow time for your group to get checked in and enter the zoo. We run onsite programming during zoo operating hours. 
• Please remember that your group will need enough time to unload and go through the admissions gate . It is best to try to arrive at the zoo at least 20 minutes prior to the start time of your program.   
• Because of the volume of programs we may have scheduled on any given day, if your group arrives late for their start time we may not have the ability to run the program past the allotted time period it was scheduled for. (For example: if a group arrive 15 minutes late for a 30-minute program, their program will only run for 15 minutes.) We do not offer refunds for programming that is cut short or cancelled due to being late. 
• We recommend booking at least 30 days before the requested date of your program.
• If you are interested in booking programming for spring (late April through early June,) we highly recommend reaching out early in the year to book as our schedule fills up quickly.   
• All guests above the age of 2 are included in the count for the program. This includes, students, chaperones and teachers. 
• Due to the needs of the animals, the educators will select the animals for your program the day of. The available animals include reptiles, birds, small mammals, and amphibians. The animals will be selected to meet the needs of the program. 
• Yes, outside lunches are permitted in the zoo. If bringing lunches, please have them all in one large or several large coolers or boxes. These can be placed under the covered pavilion upon arrival at the zoo. Space is available on a first come first serve basis and staff are not responsible for any lost items. 
• Yes, an order form should be included in your reservation paperwork attached to your reservation confirmation email once you book your program. 
• If you are interested in booking an education program, please visit this link and fill out a program request form at the bottom of the page. 
• Those can be set up through our main office by contacting 610-799-4171 or [email protected] .  
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• If desired, bring money for the Nature Store. The Nature Store can get very busy during our main season, so please plan on extra time if you are planning on shopping at the store. 

If there are any questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to working with your group!  

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It is nearly impossible to imagine an elementary school without a trip to the zoo. The experience of seeing animals in their natural habitat is something that will never be forgotten.

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If you would like to purchase a private Zoo Classroom program for your class or group please email  or call 336-879-7718 .

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• We will use our Zoom Meeting/Webinar or your meeting platform for the program.
• Cost is a minimum of $75 for the 1-hour program. Except for our Living with Nature  programs which are free for Middle Schools and High Schools.
• Request program here

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Animal Architects  - Different animals live in different places, all specifically made to help them survive.  But have you ever wondered how a nest is made, or why a butterfly uses a cocoon?  How do termites make structures taller than four refrigerators stacked on top of one another?  Together we explain these architects and how they are so good at creating these wonders.

Animal Wrappers - Not all animals look and feel the same.  Why are some things soft and other things slimy?  Together we look at the different "wrappers" of animals and use audience observations to explain adaptations.  Best for grades K-1.

Animals from the Path  - Your guide will take you into the Zoo and introduce you to some of our residents from the path. You will learn more about the individuals and some of the work the Zoo is doing with the species at the Zoo or in the wild. This encounter will be hosted from the public viewing side of the habitat.  Examples of animals are cougars, seals, alligators, arctic fox, or lions. 

Animals Up Close  - Get up close and virtual with our animal ambassadors. Your guide will introduce you to the ambassador(s) and tell you about the species and share their personal history. Your guest could be an ambassador tarantula, frog, salamander, tortoise, snake, rabbit, armadillo, porcupine, lizard, bird or so much more.

Arctic Awareness - Our friends in the arctic can seem otherworldly: how do they survive when it's so different than what we are used to?  Explore the adaptations of different arctic animals and how these adaptations ensure their survival even in the coldest winters.

Biodiversity Basics - Designed with 1st graders in mind, we look at the differences between different creatures, why they are present, and what would happen if any of these features changed.

Carolina's Coolest - When you think of the zoo, you likely think of elephants and giraffes and rhinos.  While we do have amazing African animals at the North Carolina Zoo, we also have animals that live here in North Carolina that you may have never seen!   We will talk about birds, reptiles, amphibians, and all animals that can be found right here in our backyard.

Extreme Living - These superheroes are able to survive extreme conditions!  What can live in a volcano?  What can survive icy waters?  What can live without a drop of water?  This program will be sure to bring some cool facts to share with your friends.

Feet, Paws, and Claws - The different feet, paws, and claws of different animals serve a purpose, but why do they all look so different?  Discover the differences between our toes.

Living with Nature - Our free program for Middle School and High School students focuses on the conservation work we do at the North Carolina Zoo, whether that be discussing international research, regional conservation, or even just explaining how we can all be better stewards!

Magnifi-senses - All Science starts with using our senses!  Together we will use our senses to observe the senses of other animals at work.  This program keeps the wow factor, is fast paced, and great for students of all ages, as student observations and comments lead the discussion.

Snakes: Friend or Foe  - Snakes are exciting but sometimes scary.  Many people will kill a snake on sight, but is this the best response?  Are snakes our friends or our foes?  Come all levels of snake enthusiasts, from the most hesitant ophidiophobe to the budding herpetologist, we have facts for all.

The 3 Bears - Three bears are in North America: Black bear, Grizzly bear, and Polar bear.  How are they different?  Using the age-old story of the three bears and goldilocks, we compare these three bears and point out just have different they really are.

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About Ross Park Zoo

Embark on a journey of wonder at the Ross Park Zoo! Our expansive zoo covers nearly 60 acres, accompanied by access to 30 acres of lush wooded nature trails. Here, you’ll encounter an array of captivating animals, boasting an impressive collection of approximately 100 creatures from around the globe.

We hold firm to the belief that exploring the natural world should be a delightful adventure. Our zoo offers engaging exhibits, interactive learning experiences, and a steadfast commitment to wildlife conservation. We warmly invite you to immerse yourself in the joy of discovery, fostering connections with animals in a secure and vibrant environment.

At the Ross Park Zoo, there’s a world of exploration waiting for curious minds of all ages. Come and craft cherished memories with us today!

Cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the scheduled visit will result in a $30 cancellation fee per group. Cancellations on the day of will result in full payment of the intended trip.

Groups arriving late will have an abbreviated program schedule.

At our outdoor venue, we understand that weather can be unpredictable. To ensure a smooth experience, we employ a two-date scheduling approach: a preferred date and a designated rain date. Please collaborate with your transportation providers to coordinate arrangements for both dates.

In the event of light rain, we will proceed with the program as planned. However, should heavy or prolonged rain, or thunderstorms be forecasted, it may be necessary to cancel the program for the day. Your safety and comfort are paramount.

It is IMPERATIVE that students and chaperones come prepared with appropriate clothing. This includes wearing a rain jacket if light rain is predicted. Additionally, we recommend closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy, as our programs are conducted entirely outdoors and sometimes in muddy conditions. Your cooperation in dressing appropriately will help ensure an enjoyable and educational experience for everyone.

August - Wild About Reading

The Wild About Reading program is a free with zoo admission one hour program for kids of all ages and will be taking place on Thursdays from 11 – 12 with a book reading and a craft.

• Aug 1st – Tortoise Book at Natures Post
• Aug 8th – Sloth Book at Natures Post
• Aug 15th – Lemur Book at Lemur Exhibit (Pallas shelter if bad weather)
• Aug 22nd – Fennec Fox Book at Wonders
• Aug 29th – Kapok Tree Book focusing on Sloth at Natures Post

Self-Guided Field Trips

Embarking on a field trip to Ross Park Zoo offers an enriching experience for students and teachers. Here’s what to expect and how to plan for your visit:

Payment Information

• Pricing: $6 per person group rate (students & adults)
• Payment Methods: Cash, credit card, or check upon arrival
• Note: group rate is the same for students and adults

Drop Off & Bus Parking

• Bus Drop-off: Zoo gift shop
• Bus Parking: Upper pavilion parking lot
• Parking Map for Bus Drivers: Bus parking map
• Bonus: Free entry for bus drivers

Entry Information

• Zoo Entry: Ticket booth, to the right of the gift shop

Lunch Arrangements

• Storage: No on-site storage for lunches or belongings
• In-Zoo Seating: Carry lunches during visit and find picnic tables throughout zoo
• Out-of-Zoo Seating: Leave lunches on the bus; use city park pavilions (reservation recommended)
• Pavilion Reservation: Visit our Plan Event page for availability and fees

Preparing Children & Adults for the Visit

• Accessibility: Ross Park Zoo values inclusivity, however the terrain within the zoo can be challenging for those with limited mobility. Parts of the path are steep and uneven. We are committed to assisting and accommodating visitors as much as possible. Please contact us in advance for specific concerns or further assistance. 
• Environment: Forested, mountain-side location with insects and sun exposure
• Sun Protection: Prepare for full sun exposure in some areas
• Self-Guided: No staff guides provided
• Weather: Trip occurs rain or shine
• Parent Letter: Send this letter home to parents – click/tap here to open

In-Zoo Map: Click/tap here for downloadable map ; printed maps also available on-site

Wild Science Program at Ross Park Zoo

The Wild Science Program is a hands-on field trip for 7th-grade science students, ages 12-13, to connect their classroom learning with real-world experiences in the setting of Ross Park Zoo. This program encourages students to actively participate by making observations, recording data, sketching, and engaging in discussions. Its primary focus is to deepen their understanding of ecology, adaptation, and biodiversity.

• Number of students: minimum 10, maximum 60 
• Chaperones: One chaperone is required for every 15 students (and included in the price). 
• Drop off: Busses must arrive at the zoo no later than 9:30am.
• Lunches must be packed and brought on the bus. Zoo staff will transport lunches to the break time location. 
• Zoo staff will meet your bus upon arrival and guide you through each station.
• Students and chaperones should be prepared for a full day of being on your feet and walking outdoors. Closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy, warm layers, and bug spray should be applied in advance. Students should bring water bottles pre-filled as there are no water-filling stations on site.
• Students will be brought back to the bus pickup location no later than 1:15pm.
• Students will be broken into groups of 15 and will visit four stations, each lasting 40 minutes, with a 20 or 30-minute lunch break.
• Stations include Water Quality & Biodiversity, Scavenger Hunt, Tree Observation and Identification, and Adaptations for Life.
• Participants engage in hands-on activities, data collection, and discussions.

English Language Arts Common Core Learning Standards

• Research to build and present knowledge
• Comprehension and Collaboration (speaking and listening)
• Presentation of knowledge of ideas (speaking and listening)
• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Mathematical Practices Common Core Learning Standards

• Counting and cardinality
• Measurement and data

Science and Engineering Practices

• Asking questions (for science) and defining problems (for engineering)
• Planning and carrying out investigations
• Constructing explanations (for science) and designing solutions (for engineering)
• Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Learning Standards for Physical Education

• Safe and healthy environment
• Resource management

The Wild Science program may be reimbursable through Broome-Tioga BOCES Extended Classroom program if your school is located in Broome or Tioga Counties, New York. Your school’s administration will need to complete the Extended Classroom (EC) order form and obtain approval from your school’s administrators.

Teachers should contact their administration to confirm that their district has Extended Classroom funds available.

If you do not have funds available for reimbursement through BT BOCES, the school can still pay out of pocket for the program.

• Full Group Rate: $500 for up to 60 students.
• Half Group Rate: $300 for a group of up to 30 students.
• Chaperone Ratio: One free chaperone included for every 15 students.
• Additional Chaperones: $6.00 per additional chaperone.

The Wild Science program may be reimbursable through Broome-Tioga BOCES Extended Classroom program if your school is located in Broome or Tioga Counties, New York. Your school’s administration will need to complete the  Extended Classroom (EC) order form  and obtain approval from your school’s administrators.

To learn more or to schedule a Wild Science program for your students, please email [email protected] with the following:

• Preferred program date and time
• The number of students attending
• Any special accommodations or requests

Guided Animal Conservation Educational Tour

Embark on an engaging and educational journey through the Ross Park Zoo! Our guided tour takes participants on a captivating exploration of our animal residents, their native habitats, and the pressing conservation issues they face.

During this immersive experience, our knowledgeable tour guides will weave captivating stories about the animals’ natural history, highlighting their remarkable adaptations. As we stroll through the zoo, we’ll delve into the critical topic of climate change and its impact on wildlife conservation, connecting these discussions to New York State Learning Standards.

This program not only offers an opportunity to witness incredible creatures up close but also aligns with educational objectives, providing a deeper understanding of our environment and the vital importance of wildlife conservation. Join us in this educational adventure, where learning comes to life amidst the wonders of the animal kingdom!

• Grades: Pre-K through 12th grade
• Group Size: up to 20 students plus 2 adult chaperones
• Length of Program: 2 hours

Mathematical Practices Common Core Learning standards

• Using mathematics and computational thinking
• $200 for up to 20 students
• 2 complementary chaperones
• Complementary admission for 1:1 aides
• Additional chaperones pay group rate (excludes 1:1 aides)
• Aides for individuals 18 and over who may require assistance/support due to a disability receive complementary admission
• Payment must be made upon booking

Guided Animal Conservation Educational Tours may be reimbursable through Broome-Tioga BOCES Extended Classroom program if your school is located in Broome or Tioga Counties, New York. Your school’s administration will need to complete the Extended Classroom (EC) order form  and obtain approval from your school’s administrators.

If you are looking to book a guided tour and are not going through BOCES, please click the link below to pick your date and book your guided tour now. 

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Classroom Outreach

Learn more about animals in new and exciting ways...right inside your classroom! 

Choose from one of three programs offered:

• Totally Tropical Rainforest! From the top of the canopy to the soil of the floor below, the rainforests of the world are dynamic animal and plant communities. With the help of animal ambassadors, student will learn how humans are dependent on these amazing ecosystems. (Grades K-6)
• Animal Care and Training. Operant conditioning is a huge part of animal care and training! This program lets students witness training-in-action with some of the Zoo’s most incredible animal ambassadors.

Both interactive programs feature animal ambassadors and focuses on conservation, sustainability, best practices in animal care and welfare, and most importantly...the value of connection between people and animals. (Grades 6-12)

• What Zoos Do.  This interactive 45-minute program featuring animal ambassadors will allow high school students to learn more about conservation, best practices in animal care, animal training, and zoological career opportunities, while highlighting the value of connection between people and animals. (High School Students)

All programs are 30-45 minutes long and are created for a maximum of 40 students per session.  They are available September through May. Two months advanced notice is required.

Cost: $300 for first program and $200 for a second consecutive program on the same day and at the same location. There is a $300 travel fee for events outside of Franklin County. Virtual options are available for $300.

Schedule by calling (614) 724-3699.  

Partners in Conservation

Learn about the Zoo’s financial commitment to holistic conservation efforts in Central Africa.

Donate to the Wildlife Conservation Fund!

At the Zoo, the Manatee Coast is not your average exhibit:  It’s a rescue and rehabilitation facility.

Everyday Actions

Learn about actions YOU can take to protect endangered species like the manatees.

Summer Zoo Camps

Summer day camps for Zoo enthusiasts ages 3 all the way to 7th grade! 

Teen Eco Summit

Register your team and make a difference at your school!

Become a Zoo member!

Volunteer at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!

Our Animals

Want to know more about the animals who live here at the Pittsburgh Zoo? Let us introduce you to them!

MEET THE ANIMALS

For Teachers

Teacher workshops at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium are designed to empower educators with innovative and exciting strategies to teach about animals and the conservation of their fragile habitats. Our workshops utilize a multidisciplinary approach that teachers will find easy to incorporate into their curricula. Zoo tours, bio-facts, live animal visits, and make-and-take art projects will guarantee an enriching learning experience. Please visit our School Groups page and scroll down to the Teacher Workshop tab for current opportunities.

For customized teacher workshops, contact our Education Reservation team at 412-365-2528

Classes & Programs

Explore a world of wildlife and wonder with exciting and engaging classes for children and adults of all ages. Our classes offer developmentally appropriate experiences and are available throughout the year.

Teen Programs

Teen programs, for grades 6-12, offer exciting ways for kids to get involved and learn about animals, conservation, and zoo careers. These hands on programs will empower students to become advocates for animals, the environment, and give them tools to help make a positive impact on the future.

School Groups

Bring your school, homeschooling group, college or university to the Zoo for the day and enhance your experience with an educational program.

Adopt a Classroom Animal

Connect your students to a live animal through a unique learning experience, without ever leaving your school!

Zoomobile Outreach

The Zoomobile program offers school groups, adult and senior groups, summer camps, and community events the opportunity to meet Zoo animals without leaving their school or location.

Virtual Programs

Ready to ZOOm into your classroom! Enrich your day with a virtual program featuring encounters with live animals, biofacts, and more!

Check back soon for Scout Programs!

TRAVELING ZOO PROGRAMS

CLICK HERE FOR TRAVELING ZOO PROGRAM REGISTRATION

The Staten Island Zoo prides itself on providing high-quality, exceptional education programs with experienced educators.  Due to increasing costs, it has become necessary to raise the price of our programs, which have remained the same for the last 8 years.  Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

• Available from September through June.
• 45 minutes long
• Available as a lesson and animal presentation, or animal presentation only
• Grade-appropriate topics that are aligned with city and state education standards
• Experienced educators that generate excitement and create a positive learning environment
• Our education department will gladly customize a program to help you reach your learning goals
• For the safety of the animals, you must provide a parking space for the Zoo van.

A minimum of three classes must be booked at the location for a traveling zoo to occur.

Traveling Zoo Pricing: Education class (30 students and 5 adults)……………..$300. Pre-K class (20 students and 5 adults)…………………..$300. Title 1 school (30 students and 5 adults)………………..$270. Special Ed (20 students and 5 adults)……………………$270.

An additional $25.00 travel fee will be assessed for each trip outside of Staten Island.

The Staten Island Zoo has strict geographical limitations for travel and for the well-being of our tractable animals. Please see the list below for currently approved travel cities and boroughs. 

• Staten Island, NY
• Bayonne, NJ
• Brooklyn, NY – (West of Ocean Parkway and South of 37th Street).  Please see the map below if you are unsure about whether or not you are in the approved travel zone (highlighted in yellow).

EDUCATION CLASS TOPICS

Pre-k – 2nd grade.

Senses Whiskers, antenna, floppy ears and tasting the air are some of the ways that animals learn about the world around them. Explore the five senses like never before as we meet animals with some unique ways to taste, touch, hear, smell and see.

It’s Alive In this class, we will explore four characteristics of all living things: eating, breathing, growing and reproducing. Meet our animals up close and learn how growing and changing is different for every animal; especially frogs and butterflies!

Food Web Fun This class is an introduction to the parts of a habitat and the way plants and animals function. We will introduce the concept of a food web and meet producers, consumers and decomposers up close through an engaging animal presentation.

3rd – 5th Grade

Expedition Rainforest Investigate tropical rainforests layer by layer and discover what makes this habitat such an important part of global health. The incredible biodiversity and animal adaptations found in a rainforest are an important part of this class. Meet animal species that call a rainforest home.

African Safari From lush rainforests to the driest deserts and savannahs in between, the African continent offers a variety of ecosystems and animals. Meet our African zoo animals and learn the unique adaptations that help them survive and thrive in their habitat.

Exploring Ecosystems We will follow the flow of energy from the sun through all parts of an ecosystem and eventually back into the environment through decomposition. Different components of an ecosystem, modeled by a food web and up close animal presentations, as well as human impact on these systems will be presented in this class.

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Adaptations Adaptations are developed over time and help animals survive and reproduce. This class will focus on the amazing adaptations that animals employ when eating, defending themselves, moving from place to place and more. We will present zoo animals that have unique physical and behavioral adaptations.

Predator vs. Prey The predator/prey relationship is one of the most important in the natural world. It drives natural selection and is what all animals depend upon to live. Join the zoo as we look at the adaptations and strategies that animals have to survive in their habitat. Your class will meet animals from the zoo’s collection that demonstrate predator and prey characteristics.

Reptiles Roundup An in-depth look at what makes a reptile a reptile, the important role they play in ecosystems and the adaptations that have allowed them to succeed for over 300 million years. We will meet several species of reptile and discuss the features that all reptiles have in common.

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New Saint Petersburg Zoo / Françoise N'Thépé and Aldric Beckmann

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• Published on April 27, 2011

This new zoo, which will become the icon of a new cultural and scientific life in Saint Petersburg , will evoke immemorial time, an era of monumental architecture when much land remained untouched by human development. Designed by architects, Françoise N’Thépé and Aldric Beckmann with landscape designers Bruno Tanant and Jean Christophe Nani , this fabricated urban development will evoke Pangea, the supercontinent described by German meteorologist and astronomer Alfred Wegener. The site appears ordinary as the land conceals some of the mysteries of our origins. It will be home to animal and scientific research where our most recent knowledge, our most advanced techniques create an enveloping environment for visitors to explore. More images and architects’ description after the break.

How do we render this encounter of two aesthetic worlds born of the unlikely overlap of modernity and eternity? We use Copernicus’ transition from the closed world to the infinite universe. According to contemporary German philosopher Sloterdijk, the fundamental form of nature and thought is the sphere. This will be the leitmotif of the following proposal. An optimistic figure of perfection, the sphere offers a gentle transition of the radical changes of the image of the world extending from the disc imagined by Ptolemy with its geo-centred circles to the globe; from the simple inhabited entity to the very incarnation of the world.

The zoo as sphere is seen as a metaphor for the history of humanity, the deep connection between man and his environment and the link between self and other. It makes this coexistence possible by demonstrating the idea that it is possible to produce an ideal world that can easily translate to the real world. The spheres determine the variable boundaries of our living space, whether it has the intimacy of a bubble or the cosmopolitan immensity of a globe.

The project will develop a cult of the instantaneous, reveal the fleeting, heighten awareness of passing time, the emotion of the seasons and finally nature as a positive counterpoint to the urbanisation of the city of Saint Petersburg. This architecture and landscape will evoke a rich and multifarious land in which a multitude of animal discoveries are concealed for the pleasure and curiosity of visitors, young and old. The Primorskiy zoological park is cut off from its immediate neighborhood, gaining in density to become wild and mysterious: a park and garden as a place of popular privilege, the nobility of the future city.

Architecture disappears in favor of geography, controlled like the resurgence of a landscape to be discovered. The entity grouping of the set of utilities is crucial to the running of the zoo and becomes a signal, a view point, an identity-based relief between form and shapelessness pierced with cavities. Like a peninsula, it generates an above and a below which communicate and interpenetrate. It develops areas of light, uncertainties, views, reflections and depths offering the first emotions of a visit that will play with weather and seasons throughout six biozones: South East Asia with Japan, Eurasia, Africa with Madagascar, Australia, South America, and North America with the North Pole.

In this introduction to the globe, it will be the zoo’s job to make man, animals and plants relate to each other, through colors, through smells, through the immersion of our body in the body of nature. It will consist in presenting the impossible as possible and the unthinkable as obvious. We would like the zoo to be a place of experiences, sensuous and educational to begin with, and then physiological – a place where you discover nature at the same time as your own nature, the scene of an interaction between man and animals where reason aims at apprehending everything and refusing everything, the universal of belonging and the subjectivity of the individual. Artifice / Nature is the theme of an intriguing, mysterious, attractive, off-kilter strategy at the service of the animals and their well-being.

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Saint-Petersburg Zoo

Designed by Anna Bolshakova and Vladimir Bolshakov .

The new zoo in Saint-Petersburg is a brand new approach to communication with animals. There will be no cages in the zoo — the first zoo of this kind in Russia. The animals will be separated from people with natural objects: water ditches, altitude drops, and land forms. This feature is the foundation of the visual communication idea for the brand: “The new zoo in Saint-Petersburg is a communication without barriers.”

The zoo houses animals from every continent, with colour-coding used to identify the location. Each continent also has its own characters — bright, emotional and memorable stylized animals figures.

The identity is about evoking positive emotions. Friendly and funny characters play the main role in the zoo’s communication, each interacting with the visitors. Every element of the identity is individual and the characters play an inseparable role.

The new zoo in Saint-Petersburg. Bright emotions, exciting discoveries, a communication without barriers.

View more work on the Behance profiles of Anna and Vladimir .

I love this. Fun, playful, cute, colourful… It makes me smile. And there aren’t many designs that generate that emotion.

E X C E L E N T E ! Bellísimo, sobre todo las aplicaciones de los íconos y el colorido.

Just fabulous! Totally love it. What I specifically like the most is the bold use of block colours, beautifully simple.

The whole colourful/playful/bubbly approach has been done many times.

But hot damn, does it work so well here. Awesome!

The design in itself is well done but I find it too disneyfied for a zoo. At least from my perspective, a zoo entertains but also educates and tells stories. Many zoos also carry out research. I find these aspects not acknowledged at all by the design.

I’m not so keen on the character style. Feels a bit like a graphic style has been chosen for reasons other than to be appealing to families. The only connection with the logo it seems is the dots as eyes.

That aside, the rest of the identity has been executed very impressively. I think the colour scheme, the clever use of media, and how it has been applied to products and outdoor advertising is great! My favourite bit is the logo. The simple use of eyes in ‘zoo’ is quite charming. A fun wee project.

What can I say – Amazing! I think kids and adults will love it, and it presents so many different ways to engage with people. Thanks for sharing.

Loving this one! The seemingly endless possibility in the application is just awesome!

Bright and playful, brings a lot of colour to Saint-Petersbourg’s often cloudy and rainy environment!

I wish that a brand new zoo would develop in St. Petersburg some day on some 160 ha such as the one in East Berlin, you know, a themed one with wildlife from Africa, Asia, Australia, South America and the Polar regions!

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The San Diego Zoo Debuts Giant Pandas

On August 8, the first pandas to enter the United States in 21 years, will make their eagerly awaited public debut at the San Diego Zoo.

Since arriving in late June, the pair has been acclimating to their home in the newly reimagined Panda Ridge. This innovative space is four times larger than the San Diego Zoo’s previous panda habitat and is inspired by the breathtaking, lush landscapes in and around giant pandas’ native habitats in Sichuan, Gansu, and Shanxi provinces. It features new shade trees for climbing, a diverse array of plants, and rolling hillsides that allow Yun Chuan and Xin Bao to navigate and explore vertically.

Yun Chuan (pronounced yoon chu-an) is an almost five-year-old male identifiable by his long, pointy nose. Xin Bao (pronounced sing bao) is a nearly four-year-old female best recognized by her large, round face and big, fluffy ears.

The process to bring giant pandas back to the United States has been years in the making. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has a nearly 30-year conservation partnership with leading conservation institutions in China focused on protecting and recovering giant pandas and the bamboo forests they depend on. The partnership has served as a powerful example of how, through diplomatic relations, there is a path to creating a sustainable future for giant pandas.

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