Thank you for your interest in the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden!
Take a look inside this packet to discover all the wonderful program opportunities available for 2nd grade students! If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact: Kate Aug Cincinnati Zoo School Liaison 513.559.7726
[email protected]
Animal Demonstrations Your students can meet our animal friends! Imagine the thrill of touching live animals! That is exactly what students are encouraged to do as part of their Animal Demonstration. The following programs are designed to sharpen students’ sensory and observation skills and help them learn more about the living things and the planet we all share. Animal Demonstrations are the perfect way to start or end your Zoo visit and are $15 per session.
What Topics are Available? Topic Animal Adaptations Fur, Feathers and Scales
Description Search for “zoo clues” about how plants and animals are able to survive in the wild. Students will learn about their own adaptations, too! This program is perfect for developing the concepts of grouping and classification. By comparing a mammal, bird and reptile, students will gain an understanding of how alike and different these classes of animals are.
Rainforest
Now covering only a small percent of the Earth’s surface, these are some of the most important habitats on the Planet. Students will learn what rain forests are like and meet some rain forest inhabitants.
Who Lives in Your Backyard?
Through this program students will learn to recognize and understand the ecological importance of a variety of animals they see in their own neighborhoods.
Schools can Register Online for Admission and Education Programs. Questions? Email
[email protected] or to register over the phone contact the Education Department at (513) 559-7767
Examples of Academic Standards Addressed by Zoo Programs ANIMAL DEMONSTRATION—ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS *More standards are available online
OHIO 2ND GRADE Standard Life Science
Benchmark Discover that there are living things, non-living things and pretend things, and describe the basic needs of living things (organisms).
Indicators Grade 2 1. Explain that animals, including people, need air, water, food, living space and shelter; plants need air, water and nutrients (e.g., minerals), living space and light to survive. 5. Explain that food is a basic need of plants and animals (e.g., plants need sunlight to make food and to grow, animals eat plants and/or other animals for food, food chain) and is important because it is a source of energy (e.g., energy used to play, ride bicycles, read, etc.).
INDIANA 2ND GRADE Standard Benchmark The Living Diversity of Life Environment Interdependence of Life
Indicators 2nd Grade 2.4.1 Observe and identify different external features of plants and animals and describe how these features help them live in different environments. 2nd Grade 2.4.3 Observe and explain that plants and animals both need to take in water, animals need to take in food, and plants need light.
KENTUCKY EARLY PRIMARY Standard
Benchmark Unity & Diversity
Indicators SC-EP-3.4.1. Students will explain the basic needs of organisms. SC-EP-3.4.3. Students will describe the basic structures and related functions of plants and animals that contribute to growth, reproduction and survival.
Energy Transformations
SC-EP-4.6.1. Students will describe basic relationships of plants and animals in an ecosystem (food chains).
Biological Science Unifying Concepts
ZOO MATH DAYS COME EXPLORE EQUATIONS IN OUR ENVIRONMENT! Add this event to your calendar, and explore the Zoo as you never have! Zoo Math Days provides an opportunity for your students to experience math in action. From comparing sizes of birds in the Zoo to determining the microclimates in Manatee Springs, these real world problems will stimulate student proficiency in math. All of our self-directed math programs are designed to meet Tri-State standards. A grade level-appropriate packet of math activities will be sent to those registering in advance. Calculate the benefits, and join the fun!
What Topics are Available? Topic Alligator Pool Bat Sized Easy ID? Enrichments Exhibit Design I & II In the Zone: Habitat Niches Insect Exploration Penguin Power Rhino Toes Wolf Tracks
Description Students will use math skills to plan a work task at the Reptile House. This activity will help students practice measuring and data gathering skills at the Nocturnal House as they learn interesting facts about bats and compare this information to themselves. Students will collect data from the Reptile House to test the truth of the idea that you can tell a venomous snake from a non-venomous snake by the shape of its head. Students will be given a sampling of quick equations that they can complete as they tour the Zoo Students will explore some of the design and architectural components of the Elephant Reserve building. Students will assess how different animals in one environment share habitat space by conducting a habitat use survey in Manatee Springs. Students will observe and count insects in the World of the Insect building in order to collect data that will be used in computations in the classroom. Students will observe and collect data on how many penguins are on display at the Wings of the World building. Students will practice observation and computation skills by looking closely at the toes and feet of two Sumatran Rhinos in their Outdoor Exhibit. Students will practice observation and computation skills by comparing the feet and tracks of Mexican gray wolves and elk in the Wolf Woods Exhibit.
Questions or to register contact (513) 559-7767 or email
[email protected] Be sure to make your reservation at least two weeks in advance!
FREE with your visit to the Zoo!
NOCTURNAL ADVENTURES OVERNIGHT PROGRAMS
The Wildest Nightlife in Town! Thousands of children from school, scout, church, family groups and more have experienced the wildest nightlife in town. Come join the fun! During the evening, you will tour exhibits, experience live animal encounters, sneak a peak behind the scenes, play games and engage in other exciting activities. In the morning you will awake to peacock and gibbon calls, have breakfast and finish your morning with a special animal appearance. All of our overnight programs are available year round and are designed to meet school standards and scout badge requirements.
What topics are available? Topic
Description
Grades
Animal Adaptations
Investigate how animals survive in their habitats.
2-4th grade
Wolf Woods I & II
Work to understand the delicate balance of life and how amazing the relationships between all animals are.
2nd grade and up
Questions or to register contact the Education Department at (513) 559-7767 or email
[email protected]
Examples of Academic Standards Addressed by Zoo Programs NOCTURNAL OVERNIGHT—ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS *More standards are available online
OHIO 2ND GRADE Standard
Benchmark
Indicators
Life Sciences
Discover that there are living things, non-living things and pretend things, and describe the basic needs of living things (organisms).
Grade 2 1. Explain that animals, including people, need air, water, food, living space and shelter; plants need air, water and nutrients (e.g., minerals), living space and light to survive. 5. Explain that food is a basic need of plants and animals (e.g., plants need sunlight to make food and to grow, animals eat plants and/or other animals for food, food chain) and is important because it is a source of energy (e.g., energy used to play, ride bicycles, read, etc.).
INDIANA 2ND GRADE Standard
Benchmark
The Living The Diversity of Life Environment
Indicators 2nd Grade 2.4.1 Observe and identify different external features of plants and animals and describe how these features help them live in different environments.
KENTUCKY END OF PRIMARY Standard
Benchmark
Indicators
Biological Science
Unity & Diversity
SC-EP-3.4.1. Students will explain the basic needs of organisms. Organisms have basic needs. For example, animals need air, water and food; plants need air, water, nutrients and light. Organisms can survive only in environments in which their needs can be met.
Questions or to register contact the Education Department at (513) 559-7767 or email
[email protected]
Add something special to your day!
Make the most of your school visit Free Planning Visit
Teachers are invited to schedule a free pre-visit to the Zoo in preparation for your school's visit. Our knowledgeable Educators look forward to helping you plan an easy, fun and educational field trip to the Zoo. Simply call to schedule your pre-visit. Questions? Email
[email protected] or to register over the phone, contact us at (513) 559-7767
4-D Special FX Theater
The Cincinnati Zoo is the first zoo in the country to open a 4-D Theater. You’ll see it. You’ll move with it. You’ll taste it and you’ll even smell it. Believe it or not, it will even touch you. Experience a NEW 4-D Special FX Theater only at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Digital 3-D visual effects coupled with 4-D environmental effects, such as wind, scents and other amazing surprises will leave you on the edge of your seat!
Lunch at the Zoo
Don’t feed the animals…but DO feed your class “ZOOper Dooper Lunches” Convenient and inexpensive lunches are available for your hungry classes. Lunches can be delivered to the Safari Camp Picnic Shelters at the time you request. Lunches include pizza, chips and a drink. This special is available for groups who order a minimum of 20 lunches at least 7 days before their visit. Order lunches by calling (513) 559-7767.
Ec0-cell
Recycle your old cell phone at the Zoo Cincinnati schools and businesses are joining the Zoo in our effort to collect cell phones, cell phone batteries and cell phone chargers. Recycling them will reduce mining for coltan, an ore used in cell phones, in gorilla habitat and raise money for the Zoo’s Conservation Fund. Collection boxes are located at the Zoo's main ticketing office, the education center, and at the Gorilla World exhibit.
OUTREACH Bring the wonders of the world to your classroom! Individual classrooms can experience fun, enriching and interactive learning experiences with live animal encounters. All programs are based on academic standards with pre and post activities available below! Be sure to schedule programs well in advance as dates fill quickly. We schedule many programs for schools within a 30 minute driving distance of the Zoo. Check in with the teachers at your school and see if a Frisch's Program is already scheduled for your location. We are happy to do multiple programs in one day.
What topics are available? Now you can choose multiple programming options through participation in a series! Continue the learning experience by expanding on a topic. Each program compliments the others within the series as you explore a theme more in-depth. Choose one or more programs on the following topics: Topic Animals in Winter Amazing Adaptations Classification Creepy, but Cool! Habitat, Sweet Habitat Inquiry 101 Wild Art
Wildlife Neighbors What’s for Dinner? What did you say? Wild Writing
Description Burr! It’s cold outside! Investigate how animals meet the challenges of winter survival. How can animals meet the challenges of survival? Find out just how adaptable animals really are! Compare and contrast differing species by sorting and classifying. Discover more about our furry, scaly, feathered, or invertebrate friends. Meet animals that some people feel are just too CREEPY! Take a closer look to discover how cool they really are. Everybody needs a home! Explore different habitats while finding out how they meet animals’ needs for survival. Begin your learning journey though Inquiry. Using your natural curiosity and the Process of Science you will observe, question, hypothesize, collect data, and share an exciting Inquiry experience with visiting Zoo animals. Sketch a skink, draw a Dumeril’s Ground Boa, sculpt a snake, paint a parrot! Partner with a Cincinnati Zoo instructor and create a masterpiece from a not-so “still life” observation. Through close examination and tactile encounters you can create Wild Art in your classroom with visiting Zoo animals as your subjects! We bring the zoo animals you provide the art materials!...how wildly creative you are! Meet some of our native animals; learn from their past to discover what their future may hold. From carnivores to herbivores, decomposers to omnivores, find out what’s on the menu for many types of animals in the food web. Can snakes speak? Can chickens chat? Can turtles tell? Do skunks discuss? Animals use lots of ways to communicate with each other and with us! Discover the secrets of how animals tell all about themselves and their wild ways! Write wildly about wonderful Zoo animals! Pen a poem, a narrative, a persuasive essay, a letter, or a report after visiting with live Zoo animals in your classroom! Through close examination and tactile encounters with the animals you can enrich your writing experience. Partner with a Cincinnati Zoo Instructor and the Zoo animals for a Wild Writing experience! You determine the writing form, provide the writing materials, and then explore how to write wildly!
Questions or to register contact Frisch's Outreach at (513) 475-6152 or email
[email protected] Be sure to schedule programs well in advance as dates fill quickly!
Examples of Academic Standards Addressed by Zoo Programs FRISCH’S OUTREACH – ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS National Science Educational Standards Benchmarks for Science Literacy (Project 2061)
Ohio Science Academic Content Standards Kentucky Core Content—Science
Content Standard C - Life Science (K-4) · The Characteristics of Organisms · Organisms and Their Environments 5. The Living Environment · A: Diversity of Life (K-2 ) · D: Interdependence of Life (K-2, 3-8) · F: Evolution of Life (K-2) Second Grade Standards Life Science-1, 3, 5 Scientific Inquiry-1, 2, 3, 5 Grades Primary through 4 SC-E-3.1.2, SC-E-3.1.3
Questions or to register contact Frisch's Outreach at (513) 475-6152 or email
[email protected] Be sure to schedule programs well in advance as dates fill quickly!
