Lee Richardson Zoo
Field Trips in your IDL Classroom:
3..2..1..LiftOff!: Three
kinds of animals are designed to beat gravity, can you guess who?
Animal Adaptations:
Animals look the way they do because of adaptations. Learn why these specialties are so important
to their survival.
Animals Down Under:
Good day mate! Travel down under
as we peer into a pouch, leap over lizards, and discover other facts about
animals found in
Animals of the Prairie:
Get introduced to some remarkable prairie wildlife of the
Awesome Amphibians: Learn
what makes amphibians so awesome and why they are an important indicator of
healthy ecosystems. Discover many
interesting features of the frog, toad…
Creepy Creatures: Some
creatures have a bad reputation. Some
creatures may look scary, but we’ll explain why there is no need to be afraid
of these important animals.
In Danger of Extinction:
Learn about some of the endangered animals here at the zoo, as well as
others, and discover how you may help them!
It’s Hot out Here!: There are animals with specific adaptations
fro extremely high temperatures. Look at
some of these hot weather wonders and discover what makes them so special.
It’s Cold out Here!: Winter can be tough, but there are several
animals that can truly make the most of it.
Venture into the season that can make you shiver!
Protection from Predators:
Predators are always looking for a good meal. Camouflage, hearing, smelling, and seeing are
just but a few ways animals prevent predation.
Snakes, Lizards, and Alligators, Oh My!: These living dinosaurs are relics from the
past. See why there is nothing to fear
from these cold-blooded reptiles.
Sophisticated Mammals:
Mammals are the most highly developed and intelligent animals in the
world. Explore what makes them so
special.
Spineless Animals: 97%
of all animals on earth are invertebrates!
Meet them and
The Lions of the Bird World: Some birds are not built for
eating fruit and seeds. Get up close and
personal with some of these powerful predators.
The Circle of Life:
The circle of life is how nature operates. Learn how to build a food chain and food
web. Discover how no matter where you
live, there is a circle of life to be found.
The Night Shift: Come
on a journey to investigate the creatures that wake up as we got to bed and
take a look at the nocturnal animals that Lee Richardson Zoo has to offer.
Tropical Treasures:
View live animals and learn about their life history while discovering
ways you can help the world’s tropical rainforests.
Who’s Lunch are You?: The great
outdoors is a dangerous place for animals.
Discover the adaptations necessary to be an efficient predator or a
secretive prey animal.
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Grade Level: These programs
can be modified for Grades K-12.
Date/Time: These programs
are available by request w/ minimum
of 2 week notice to set-up
Cost: Free
If you are interested
in this program, please contact:
Debi Pippitt, A+ Network office