Minnesota Zoo

Teacher's Field Guide
2011-2012

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How to Register

To register, please complete the School Field Trip Request Form and return it to us:

Email at educate@mnzoo.org
Fax: 952-997-4838
Register by phone at 952-431-9218

Once your request has been processed, you will receive a confirmation by email to confirm your date.

Animal Classification
Grades K-6th

Investigate how scientists categorize different groups of animals. Use the following teacher-developed activities and worksheets to get things started. Then consider signing up for one of our excellent educational programs to fill out your field trip.

Theme-Based Activities

Download these free online resource guides focusing on learning themes tied to state standards.

Animal Classification (1-3 pre-visit) pdf file

Dolphin vs. Shark (1-3 pre-visit worksheet) pdf file

Animal Classification Scavenger Hunt (1-3 on-site) pdf file

Animal Coverups (1-3 post-visit workshop) pdf file

Animal Classification Survey (4-6 on-site worksheet) pdf file

Animal Classification Survey (4-6 on-site worksheet answer key) pdf file

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Suggested Programs

Animal Explorers Overnight (3-12)
Colorful Corals (Zoo Class, 2-3)
Dolphin Dive (Zoo Class, 2-3)
Shark Secrets (Zoo Class, 2-3)
Animal Classifieds (Zoo Class, 4-6)
Colorful Corals (Zoo Class, 4-6)
Dolphin Dive (Zoo Class, 4-6)
Shark Secrets (Zoo Class, 4-6)
Vanishing Animals (Zoo Class, 4-6)
Zoomobile Outreach Programs