COLUMBUS ZOO AND AQUARIUM

www.colszoo.org

Polar bear at the zoo!
photo courtesy of Amy Hoffmeister

                                                  

I worked with a teacher who was planning a trip to the zoo.  It was a great, educational experience which the students really enjoyed!  Our 4th and 5th grade class participated in the Treasure Quest program, where students used a handheld computer device to solve a mystery while doing activities along the way.  They loved it!

There are numerous other opportunities for all grade levels.  They hit many science standards as well.

Polar bear spending time in the sun
photo courtesy of Amy Hoffmeister

We are very lucky to have this great resource so close to home!  According to travelchannel.com, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is one of the top zoos in the country.

Information for future teachers who would like to take their students to the zoo:

The programs do not include the cost of admission.  The cost of admission for school groups inside Franklin County, is $2 per person.  

Also, check out the Learning is Wild Scholarship!  It will fund up to 75% of the trip's cost and is available to public schools in Central Ohio where 30% or more students are on free and reduced lunch or private school students who are on scholarship.

Visit colszoo.org for great information about this wonderful resource in Central Ohio and near the Olentangy River area!