Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is pleased to announce our new Online Resource Library. This powerful online library provides educators unprecedented access to Zoo educational resources. Available is a digital database of Zoo animals photos, videos and activities optimized for downloading and classroom use along with lesson plans that encourage inquiry-based learning and discussion.

The Zoo offers something for the whole community, but we have lots of programs geared specifically for teachers and their students:

• Reinforce classroom lessons in a fun, motivating atmosphere
• Utilize activities based on the Ohio Academic Content Standards to plan a memorable, educational field trip
• Brush up on your own science skills
• Or simply fuel your personal love of wildlife and wild places

Our teacher pages will help you find out how. Please check back often for updates and new program availability.

Spring 2013 School & Professional Development Programs Newsletter (PDF)

Programs Available

At the Zoo

• Group Rates & Reservations


• Zoo Bus


• Elementary School Programs
  • Kindergarten Inquiry
  • Connections to Africa
  • Vet Bags(Grades 4-6)
  • Homeschool Programs


• Programs for Teens
  • Zoo Crew
  • Career Day
  • Keeper for a Day
  
  
• Overnights
  • Outback After Dark
  • Night Tracks
  • Rising Waters Safari Camp

At your School

• Professor Wylde's Traveling School Show
• Distance Learning
• Connections to Africa Teacher Kits

Professional Development

• Advanced Inquiry Master's Program (AIP)
• Courses for Graduate Credit
• Teacher Workshops
• Educator Open House (April 21, 2013)

Extras

• Online Resource Library
• Vet Bag Activity
• Specialty Garden Program (PDF)
• Walking Map with Distances (PDF)
• Tracking Birds
• Grounds Map (PDF)
• Fun & Games
• Dino Lessons (PDF)
• Zoo Book (PDF)
• Scavenger Hunt (PDF)
• Student Activities
• Pre-order items via email, fax or phone, pick up in the Main Gift Shop the day of your visit. School Group Kit Order Form (PDF)