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MATH DAY

New Earlier Date
Wednesday November 4, 2008

Math Day has been designed to inspire students grades 4-12 to learn more about how math are applied in the zoo workplace. Through both professional and student-led activity stations, students will answer grade appropriate math problems related to a wide variety of animal issues, exhibit upkeep, and everyday life at the Minnesota Zoo.

For information call 952.431.9218.

Fees: $2.50 per student plus applicable admission. Register online by clicking on the button at the top of the page.

WORLD LANGUAGE DAYS

French:Tuesday, February 10, 2009
German: Wednesday, February 11 , 2009
Spanish: Wednesday, February 18, 2009 or Thursday, February 19, 2009

What animal is called el oso del Sol? How about la castor or der delphin? Plan a field trip to the Zoo with your language students and discover fascinating facts about these and other Zoo animals, all in the language of the day. You and your students can visit over 30 animal stations throughout the Zoo. Upper level language students use music, costumes, and props to interpret the animal exhibits. Your students each receive a "passport" which gets stamped after listening to the presenter at each station. All days are geared toward language students in grades 7-12 and elementary immersion students.

For information on upper level language student presenters call 952.431.9260.
For general information call 952.431.9218.

Fees: $2.50 per student plus applicable admission. Register online by clicking on the button at the top of the page.

EARTHFEST

April 22, 2009

Come celebrate EARTH DAY at the Minnesota Zoo! Learn about why the earth is a fascinating place to call home! See some of the animals that share our planet with us (both near and far). Many local environmental agencies with demonstrations and displays will be on hand to show our appreciation and help the earth.

Fees: $2.50 per student plus applicable admission. Register online by clicking on the button at the top of the page.

FARM FESTIVAL

Wednesday April 29, 2009

Come investigate the importance of farming in Minnesota during this special farm festival for students grades K-6. Students will learn more about the food they eat and the clothes they wear as they visit different agricultural stations throughout the Wells Fargo Family Farm. Participants will collect stamps at the various stations as they learn about cows, pigs, sheep, horses and the farm products we use every day. Sign up today for some fabulous fun!

For information call 952.431.9218.

Fees: $2.50 per student plus applicable admission. Register online by clicking on the button at the top of the page.