Amazing Africa

by Lee Richardson Zoo

From desert to savanna to jungle, Africa is a large and varied place. We will explore these different habitats and the animals that live there. From big to small, how do they survive in very different places? What’s the difference between an African and Asian elephant? Which camels can be found in Africa? What are the largest land animals? This program can be varied from Kindergarten all the way up to 6th grade. Like all of our programs, it can be adjusted to fit any age group.

The Lee Richardson Zoo's Distance Learning Studio offers a multitude of environmental programs to students all over the nation. Our programs always include 2-4 live animals. However, we are currently unable to give programs from actual exhibits around the zoo. If you would like to know which specific animals will be used in your program, please contact the Distance Learning Coordinator directly.

Program Rating

based on 11 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $120.00

The fee for all Distance Learning programs is $120 per program. Payment in full must be received no later than ten (10) working days before the program is scheduled to occur.

Length

30 minutes for kindergarten, 45 minutes for others

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

There is no minimum

Maximum participants:

There is no maximum

Primary Disciplines

Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Zoom
WebEx

Booking Information

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Lee Richardson Zoo

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For more information contact CILC at (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that a program must be canceled due to weather, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Zoo or program recipient, the program may be rescheduled at a later date agreeable to both parties for no additional charge (dependent on availability).

REFUND POLICIES: Once registration is confirmed, the Lee Richardson Zoo adheres to a no-refund, no-credit policy. If a program is canceled at any time for any reason other than those listed above, no refund or credit will be given. Substitution of another group of participants of the same age is permitted with prior notification

About This Provider

Lee Richardson Zoo

Garden City, KS
United States

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and home to hundreds of native and exotic animals, the Lee Richardson Zoo is located in Garden City, Kansas.

The mission of Lee Richardson Zoo’s education team is to
provide experiences for all ages that inspire pro-conservation action through
opportunities that are fun, empathetic, and engaging.

Our programs feature several of our animal ambassadors and offer up close and personal interactions for your students focused on a variety of fun and science based topics!

Contact:
Education Division
zoo.education@gardencityks.us
6202761250

Program Details

Format

1. This program begins with a discussion of the different biomes of Africa (desert, savanna, rainforest)
2. Talk about desert animals of Africa
3. Talk about savanna animals of Africa
4. Talk about rainforest animals of Africa
5. Conclusions of the different needs for the different needs of habitat.
6. Question and Answer session

Objectives

•Know the three biomes of Africa.
•Give one example of an adaptation to live in a hot and dry climate.
•Describe the savannah habitat.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

K-4: Life Science
* The characteristics of organisms
* Organisms and environments
5-8: Life Science
* Regulation and behavior
* Diversity and adaptations of organisms
5-8: Personal and Social Perspectives
* Populations, resources, and environments
9-12: Life Science
* Interdependence of organisms * Behavior of organisms
9-12: Science in personal and Social Perspectives
* Environmental quality