School Groups
Learning comes easy when children's imaginations are sparked by a Brevard Zoo visit. The Zoo offers distinct and unique wildlife habitats for your class to discover. Enhance their experience with one of our Discovery Stations or educational classroom programs. Science will come to life through hands-on activities, animal artifacts, the use of live animals and enthusiastic instructors. See Educator Information and Planning a Field Trip below to create a fun and educational trip for your classroom. We will see you at the Zoo!
Can't come to the Zoo? Let the Zoo come to you! Many of our EdZOOcational programs listed below can be taught at your school. Email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org or call 321.254.9453 ext. 219 for more information.
EDUCATOR INFORMATION
Brevard Zoo’s Expedition to La Florida
Art of Sand
EdZOOcation Stations and Teacher Resources
EdZOOcational Programs
Brevard Zoo’s Expedition to La Florida
Discover Florida through the eyes of Juan Ponce de Leon and the Conquistadors of 1513. Come celebrate Ponce de Leon’s landing in the New World with us during all of 2013 and make Florida’s history come alive with First Encounters: When America, Europe & Africa First Meet. The focus at the Zoo comes from the section Two Worlds Meet: Animals from the Old World and the New, by our very own Andrew Batten. Highlights at the Zoo include self-guided tour of animal exhibits that complement the booklet and a full range of pre and post trip activities that meet the standards listed below.
Teacher Resources
(activities below are available Feb. 18 through Dec, 31, 2013)
Brevard Zoo's Expedition to La Florida Lesson
At the Zoo: Expedition Guide Map and key
Post Activity: Timeline and key
Expedition Word Search
Wild Florida: Past, Present and Future, an Art of Sand exhibit, opens President’s Day weekend (and remains open through Memorial Day). Guests to Brevard Zoo can take their walk on the wild side to new depths of art and history as they traverse a ¼-mile trail taking in 13 incredible sand sculptures carved into the native landscape of Brevard Zoo. Created by eight international sand sculptors, this exhibit shares the Florida story – tracing the history of wildlife and humans on our peninsula. Hear the sounds of a time gone by as you view these breathtaking artistic and historical sculptures - just in time to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Ponce de Leon’s first exploration of North America. This exhibit has a separate admission price. Standards listed below can possibly be incorporated into curriculum based on the artist’s rendering of individual sculptures and subject to interpretation.
EdZOOcation Stations and Teacher Resources
Discovery Stations
See the Zoo in a new way and enhance your field trip with fun and exciting activities by visiting our Discovery Stations. See below for themes, dates, times, activities and classroom resources that meet Sunshine State Standards.
Discover Stations Schedule:
January to May
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Basic Needs at the Zoo for Grades 1 - 2
Students will understand how animals find basic needs within their habitat. Experience first-hand why these needs are crucial for survival.
Sunshine State Standards
N.G.S.S.S. - SC.1.L.17.1, SC.2.L.17.1, SC.2.L.17.2
C.C.S.S. - LACC.K12.W.1.3, LACC.K12.W.2.4
Teacher Resources
Adaptations for Grades 3 - 5
Students will uncover what animals do to survive in changing environments. Find what animal’s behaviors or adaptations are popping up all over the world.
Sunshine State Standards
N.G.S.S.S.- SC.3.L.17.1, SC.4.L.16.2, SC.5.L.15.1, SC.5.L.17.1,
C.C.S.S. - LACC.K12.R.1.1, LACC.K12.W.1.1, LACC.K12.W.1.3
Teacher Resources
- Preschool to Grade 3 CLICK HERE
- Grades 1-8 CLICK HERE
- Grades 6-12 CLICK HERE
- Teacher Resources CLICK HERE
Overview of all EdZOOcational Programs
Amazing Adaptations
Animalia
Backyard Buddies
Conservation Connection
Crazy Critter Coats
Florida Fossil History
Great Adapting Dinosaurs
Habitat Invaders
Habitat Safari
Rainforest Secrets
Reptiles Rule
Wiggly Wonders
Education programs are adapted to accommodate the grade level of participants. Program curriculums with Sunshine State Standards are available upon request.
To register for a program please call the Education Registrar at 321.254.9453 ext. 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org
Planning a Field Trip
- To download Teacher Tips for Paws On, please CLICK HERE.
- To download a map of Paws On, please CLICK HERE.
- To download a map of the Zoo, please CLICK HERE.
How to Register
To register for a program please call 321.254.9453 ext. 219 or email edregistrar@brevardzoo.org. Groups must register at least two weeks in advance for all visits, programs and activities. Fall and spring programs fill quickly, so please register early! Programs require a minimum of 15 people. Programs can accommodate up to 35 people.
Confirmation
A letter of confirmation with all the details of the booked program will be mailed after registration. You must retain a copy of the letter for your records and present it upon arrival at the Zoo to facilitate the group's admission. If there will be more than one class visiting the Zoo please be sure to distribute confirmation information to all teachers.
Late Arrivals
Due to the popularity of our programs, we may not be able to accommodate your group upon late arrival. Please make every effort to call the Zoo at 321.254.9453 x 219 or ext. 210 if your group will be late. We do our best to accommodate late arrivals, but reserve the right to cancel or adjust program length depending on staff availability.
ANNUAL TEACHER OPEN HOUSE
September 2013, Date TBA
Educational organizations and businesses from throughout Central Florida will be present to talk with educators and provide informational handouts and freebies for your classroom and school. Enjoy a night to mix and mingle with other educators, plan great experiences for your students and win great door prizes. Registration required. Contact edregistrar@brevardzoo.org for more information.
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