Storytime (PreK)
Join us at the Doornbos Discovery Amphitheater as we read one of our favorite books, “Steve the Dung Beetle.” We’ll read the book and meet some live ambassador animals along the way!
Join us at the Doornbos Discovery Amphitheater as we read one of our favorite books, “Imara’s Tiara,” about one of our very own giraffes! We’ll read the book and meet some live ambassador animals!
At The Zoo (1st - 3rd)
Modern Day Dinosaurs
Have you ever wondered what animals do all day? What animals are sharing our outdoor space that we might never see? There are clues all around us if you know what to look for. Join us as we discover the clues left for us by the animals at the Zoo!
Camp Zoo to You
Bring the magic of summer camp to your home any time with Camp Zoo to You!
Campers will experience animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, guided visits to Zoo exhibits, craft and learning activities, and scientific investigations all without needing to step out of the house.
Three topics are available in each weekly session. Each topic is filled with hours of carefully curated, engaging digital content on a secure online platform.
Choose your favorite topic or sign up for all of them to experience everything!
Appropriate for ages 9 -12.
Phoenix Zoo Live Online
Looking for a special experience for your group?
With our Phoenix Zoo Live Online program, your group can connect virtually with a live Zoo Educator for an animal-filled event. All you need is a computer, an Internet connection and the ability to connect to Zoom or Google Meets.
Our presentations include a mix of live discussions and demonstrations, pre-recorded videos, interactive quizzes and questions, and live animal presentations. This program is geared towards organizations, clubs,
associations and community groups.
Project Orangutan: Zoo Crew
Experience a unique, project-based virtual program
that brings the Phoenix Zoo to you!
Join Zoo educators for one-hour live, virtual sessions each day during this 3-day project as we learn in-depth about orangutans and create a new invention for them. Project Orangutan is fun, fascinating and promotes hands-on,
authentic problem-solving.
Appropriate for ages 9-12.
Virtual Field Trips
Visit the Phoenix Zoo from the comfort of your home or classroom!
Virtual Field Trips include pre-recorded guided tours with three different animals, a review activity, accompanying worksheet and challenge activity, PLUS a
15-minute live, virtual Q&A session with a Zoo Educator.
Zigazoo
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Zigazoo is free for all users.
