(Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fees are listed PER CHILD).
These programs are designed for you and your child to explore the animal world together. Programs include active learning through crafts, songs, stories, role playing, interactions with live animals and more.
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
For Children Ages Birth - 6
Here Are the Wild Things!
(Don't have access to child care for the younger ones- this class is for you!)
We'll look at the "Wild Things" Max met and compare them to the Zoo's Wild things. We'll even create our very own "Wild Things" to take home as we discover the amazing adaptations of the world's extreme animals! Families can explore a variety of activity and craft stations at their own pace. Stations will be designed to suit a wide range of ages. Staff will be available to assist and to lead live animal presentations, story time and select activities.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/ General Public $18
C0314WT - March 14 (Su); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 18 - 36 Months
STROLLER SAFARI SERIES
You and your child will experience a live animal encounter and then take a guided stroll throughout the Zoo. Come on a learning adventure as we visit our wonderful animal exhibits and meet a few interesting characters along the way. Don't forget your stroller! Sign up for an individual class or for the entire four class series!
NOTE: Due to the need for one-to-one interaction between parent(s) and participants throughout this program, younger and older siblings outside the 18-36 month age range cannot be accommodated.
Limited to 12 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $14/General Public $16
Fees for all 4 programs: ZFA Members $48/General Public $56
Colored Critters
We could fill a rainbow with all the different colored animals here at the Zoo. Let's go on a scavenger hunt to find all the colors on our critters. We'll use our eyes to explore the colors these animals use to hide or stand out.
C0317SS - March 17 (W); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0318SS - March 18 (Th); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
Zooper Shapes
Animals come in all different shapes, from the box shaped rhino to the very round hippo. Take a safari through the Zoo looking for animal shapes, from circles, to squares and even triangles.
C0324SS - March 24 (W); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0325SS - March 25 (Th); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
Silly Animal Sizes
Did you know a worm snake is the size of your pinky, but a reticulated python can be as long as 4 adult men? Animals come in all sizes. Come discover some of the different sized animals we have here at the Zoo.
C0331SS - March 31 (W); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0401SS - April 1 (Th); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
Critter Count 1 - 10
1 and 2, cows go moo. 3 and 4, hyena laugh some more. 5 and 6, monkeys play with sticks. 7 and 8, bats stay out late. 9 and 10, start over again. Come to the Zoo and help us count some of our critters!
C0407SS - April 7 (W); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0408SS - April 8 (Th); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 2 - 3
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Animal Family Fun
Join in on the fun as we experience first hand what super seahorse dads & unusual alligator moms do with their young.
Limited to 12 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $14/General Public $16
C0207A1 - February 7 (Su); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0207A2 - February 7 (Su); 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
Spring Fling
Kick off the first day of spring discovering how animals celebrate the season through songs, stories and animal actions!
Limited to 12 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $14/General Public $16
C0320S1 - March 20 (Sa); 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - CLOSED
C0320S2 - March 20 (Sa); 11a.m. - 12 Noon - CLOSED
Bug-A-Palooza
Explore the teeny tiny world of butterflies, beetles and more. Take home native plant seeds to attract them to your own yard.
Limited to 12 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $14/General Public $16
C0508B1 - May 8 (Sa); 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - CLOSED
C0508B2 - May 8 (Sa); 11 a.m. - 12 Noon - CLOSED
For Children Ages 3 - 4
TOTES FOR TOTS SERIES
Come learn about animal bodies! Each program includes a classroom portion with educational "circle time," a story and an animal guest. We will then put on our tote bags, filled with fun items to explore, and go on an adventure on Zoo grounds. At the end of class, when you turn in your tote bag back, you'll receive a stamp! Sign up for an individual class or for the entire five class series!
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Limited to 12 children per session
Fee for an individual class: ZFA Members $14/General $16
Fees for all 5 classes: ZFA Members $60/General Public $70
Tale of a Tail
Join us as we explore animals and their tails. We'll look at tails that are long, short, fluffy, scaly and feathery.
C0104TT - January 4 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0105TT - January 5 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
The Nose Knows
Join us as we sniff out what makes a nose a nose! We'll also learn about what our animal friends do with their whiskers.
C0201TT - February 1 (M); 9-10 a.m - CLOSED
C0202TT - February 2 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
Feet Feats
Make sure you step lively to join this class all about animal feet! We'll explore furry and scaly feet and discuss how animals use their feet.
C0308TT - March 8 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0309TT - March 9 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
The Eyes Have It
Big or small? On the front or the side? Where are the animals' eyes? We'll explore how animals see the world.
C0405TT - April 5 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0406TT - April 6 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
I'm All Ears
Small ears, floppy ears, big ears, or no ears! Bring your ears and get an earful about different animal ears.
C0503TT - May 3 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0504TT - May 4 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 3 - 4
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Penguin & Puffin Pals
Dive into the wonderful world of these black and white birds. We'll discover what they eat, how they hunt, and many other amazing adaptations.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0130 PP- January 30 (Sa); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
Marsupial Madness
Discover what goes on in the amazing world of pouched pals like the kangaroo and koala.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0220MM - February 20 (Sa); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
Animal Dancers
Rock out with birds, bees and lizards as we explore the many ways animals communicate through movement. This program is taught by the Zoo ALIVE members.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0307AD - March 7 (Su); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 4 - 5
ANIMAL ALPHABET SERIES
Come learn about animals from A to Z! Each 60 minute program features a different Zoo animal. We will explore all about that particular animal through educational hands-on activities. Each class will include a take home coloring sheet with the featured letter and animal. We will also go on an adventure to visit the animal at its Zoo habitat. Note: These programs do not include behind-the-scenes tours or opportunities to touch animals on exhibit while touring the Zoo.
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee for an individual class: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
Fees for all 5 classes: ZFA Members $70/General Public $80
A is for Ape!
What makes apes different from monkeys? Where do apes live? Swing on by the Zoo to learn more about our gorillas, chimpanzees, and orangutans.
C0111AA - January 11 (M); 9 - 10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0112AA - January 12 (Tu); 9 -10 a.m. - CLOSED
B is for Bear!
Grizzly, sun and spectacled - Oh my! We have bears from three continents here at the Zoo. So put your paws in motion and get ready for an un-bear-ably good time!
C0215AA - February 15 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0216AA - February 16 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C is for Crocodilian!
How do you tell an alligator from a crocodile? What exactly is a caiman? In this class, we will discuss alligators, crocodiles, and caimans. Make your way to the Zoo to learn all about these scaled animals!
C0315AA - March 15 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0316AA - March 16 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
D is for Dragon!
Our dragons do not fly or breathe fire, but they are the largest lizards in the world and they're venomous! Come learn more about the Komodo dragon in this fun class.
C0412AA - April 12 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0413AA - April 13 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
E is for Elephant!
What does an elephant use its trunk for? How do you tell the difference between African and Asian elephants? We'll answer these questions and more in this class about the Zoo's largest resident!
C0510AA - May 10 (M); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
C0511AA - May 11 (Tu); 9-10 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 4 - 6
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Wild Valentines
Do you LOVE animals? Join your fellow animal lovers to create special greetings and treats for Zoo animals and their wild backyard cousins. Then watch as keepers deliver your valentines to your Zoo animal friends.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $20/General Public $22
C0213WV - February 13 (Sa); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
EGGcellent Adventures
See who's hatching and how in the animal world. We'll explore amazing eggs, from slimy salamanders to marvelous monotremes like the platypus. We will even make a few egg creations of our own to take home.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0403EA - April 3 (Sa) 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
Monkey'- in Around
Explore the exciting world of primates like leaping lemurs, bizarre baboons and more!
Limited to 14 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0411MA - April 11 (Su); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - SOLD OUT
Lizard Tails and Scales
Shed, glide and munch bugs like a lizard and much, much more!
Limited to 14 participants
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0424LT - April 24 (Sa); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
For Children Ages 5 - 6
NOTE: Due to the need for one-on-one interaction between parent(s) and young participants throughout this program, other siblings outside of this age range cannot be accommodated.
Bird Detectives
Become a bird detective and search for clues to identify local birds. Then test out your skills while learning to collect data about the birds in your area. Take home your very own Birds of Missouri field guide and use it the following weekend when your family can be citizen scientists and take part in the Great Backyard Bird Count!
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $24/General Public $26
C0207BD - February 7 (Su); 1 - 2:30 p.m. - CLOSED
Pond Pals
Dive into the wild world of pond life, from cannibalistic tadpoles to delicate dragonflies, and everything in between. Make your own pond viewer to take home.
Limited to 14 children per session
Fee: ZFA Members $16/General Public $18
C0502PP - May 2 (Su); 10 - 11:30 a.m. - CLOSED
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