Teacher Programs
Welcome to our Teacher Programs section. Here you will find information on teacher workshops, discounts, animal sponsorships and our teacher forum - where you can discuss your zoo visit with other teachers and submit your own questions and ideas.
Teacher Workshops
Course 868: Camp Ed “ZOO” cation
Make the Minnesota Zoo your next education destination! Explore the activities and resources available to you and your class by participating in this 2-day workshop. We will introduce you to interdisciplinary education offerings and help you to integrate a Zoo visit into your curriculum.
Get an overview of the Zoo and trails, attend shows, venture behind the scenes and practice hands-on acitivities you can take back to your classrooms. Come discover our multi-curriculum learning facility. Recommended grades K-6.
When: July 14-15, 2010 from 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN
Instructor: Zoo Staff
Credits: 2 for $299-credits earned through Augustana College
For more information about this workshop, offered through the Learner’s Edge, please contact 877-394-4930 or email info@LearnersEdgeInc.com.
Uncovering the Oceans
November 5-6, 2010
Explore sharks, dolphins, and coral reef communities and gain insight into marine ecology and conservation.
Experience hands-on activities that help to teach about the marine environment and our need to protect the seas.
Course Number - SCED 6162 - 18544
Target audience: educators K-12.
Enrollment limit: 20.
Times: Friday, 5:00-10:00 p.m. and
Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Register online at www.hamline.edu/registration or call 651-523-3000 with questions.
Teacher Discounts
All teachers receive a 20% discount on “school related” merchandise. Show your school Id or business card to qualify.
School related merchandise includes: Games, Puzzles, Books, Dvd’s, Video’s, Music, Pens, Pencils, Animal Replicas, and any other items that will be used in the classroom.
Sponsor an Animal
This is a wild community service project for Student Councils or classrooms. For a brochure, fund raising ideas or more information call (952) 431-9216 or visit our Sponsor an Animal web page.
