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Virginia Zoo
Virginia Zoo is dedicated to wildlife education, recreation, and conservation. The 53-acre zoo is over 118 years old and features animals such as giraffes, tigers, rhinos, lions and crocodiles. Its gardens and naturalistic habitats hold a range of plants, from tropical to carnivorous plants, herb and vegetable gardens and more. Exhibit areas include Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, the World of Reptiles & Friends, and the ZooFarm. Groups can get up-close and personal with the animals on behind-the-scenes tours, learn about wildlife during presentations and educational programs, and outreach.
Educational programs adhere to Virginia’s Standards of Learning and NGSS. Live animals are used in many of the Zoo’s programs, including keeper chats, EdZOOcation Days, birthday parties, and outreach.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Virginia Zoo
Virginia Zoo is dedicated to wildlife education, recreation, and conservation. The 53-acre zoo is over 118 years old and features animals such as giraffes, tigers, rhinos, lions and crocodiles. Its gardens and naturalistic habitats hold a range of plants, from tropical to carnivorous plants, herb and vegetable gardens and more. Exhibit areas include Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, the World of Reptiles & Friends, and the ZooFarm. Groups can get up-close and personal with the animals on behind-the-scenes tours, learn about wildlife during presentations and educational programs, and outreach.
Educational programs adhere to Virginia’s Standards of Learning and NGSS. Live animals are used in many of the Zoo’s programs, including keeper chats, EdZOOcation Days, birthday parties, and outreach.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Virginia Zoo
Virginia Zoo is dedicated to wildlife education, recreation, and conservation. The 53-acre zoo is over 118 years old and features animals such as giraffes, tigers, rhinos, lions and crocodiles. Its gardens and naturalistic habitats hold a range of plants, from tropical to carnivorous plants, herb and vegetable gardens and more. Exhibit areas include Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, the World of Reptiles & Friends, and the ZooFarm. Groups can get up-close and personal with the animals on behind-the-scenes tours, learn about wildlife during presentations and educational programs, and outreach.
Educational programs adhere to Virginia’s Standards of Learning and NGSS. Live animals are used in many of the Zoo’s programs, including keeper chats, EdZOOcation Days, birthday parties, and outreach.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>ABOUT
Virginia Zoo
Virginia Zoo is dedicated to wildlife education, recreation, and conservation. The 53-acre zoo is over 118 years old and features animals such as giraffes, tigers, rhinos, lions and crocodiles. Its gardens and naturalistic habitats hold a range of plants, from tropical to carnivorous plants, herb and vegetable gardens and more. Exhibit areas include Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, the World of Reptiles & Friends, and the ZooFarm. Groups can get up-close and personal with the animals on behind-the-scenes tours, learn about wildlife during presentations and educational programs, and outreach.
Educational programs adhere to Virginia’s Standards of Learning and NGSS. Live animals are used in many of the Zoo’s programs, including keeper chats, EdZOOcation Days, birthday parties, and outreach.
contact info
Hrs: Daily 10AM-5PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>