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The Scoop on Poop

by  Rosamond Gifford Zoo

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All
animals poop! Here at the zoo we have many species which all have their own
way of doing their business. From nesting to seed spreading, fertilization to
food, learn the reasons why it's important. 

Program Rating

This program has not yet been evaluated.

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $125.00


Please remit payment or purchase order two weeks prior to your program.
Your program will not be confirmed until payment/purchase order and signed agreement have been received.
Invoices and and program information will be sent upon confirmed reservation.

Length

30-45 minutes for 1st-3rd grade/45-60 minutes for 4th-8th grades


Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Public Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

1

Maximum participants:

100


Primary Disciplines

Sciences


Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Webinar



Booking Information

This program is available Monday through Friday, year round. Available times are from 8:30 AM am to 4:00 pm EST

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

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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 of availability). If cancellation occurs for any other reason than listed above, a cancellation fee will apply.

RESCHEDULING POLICY: In the event that a program needs to be rescheduled for any reason other than those listed above, then the Zoo must be notified at least three weeks before the date of the program. We do not reschedule inside the three weeks of the scheduled program date. A rescheduling fee will apply.

REFUND POLICY: Once registration is confirmed, the Rosamond Gifford 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 given at least three weeks before the date of the program.

About This Provider

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Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Syracuse , NY
United States

Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is among
the top 10 percent of zoos in the country as an
accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo is
dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest
experiences, exceptional animal care, and unparalleled conservation education. 

Our distance learning programs will introduce you to a wide range of
topics including adaptations, habitats, life cycles, as well as many other
interesting and exciting topics to enrich the minds and hearts of all age
groups. 

https://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/

Contact:
Keirsten Frair
virtualzty@rosamondgiffordzoo.org
315-435-8511 X8531

Program Details

Format

1. Discover different uses for animal poop
2. Meet two to four animal guests and explore their interesting uses for poop
3. Participant interaction with facilitator using a variety of options such as the chat feature, polls, live discussion, question/answer session, etc.

Objectives

Participants will be able to:
1. Learn different terms related to poop
2. Understand ways animals use poop to live and survive
3. Understand ways humans can use animal droppings
4. Recognize animals from their poop

Standards Alignment

National Standards

1-LS1-1: Structure and Function
4-LS1-1: Structure and Function
5-PS3-1: Organization for Matter and Energy Flow in Organisms
5-LS2-1: Cycles of Matter and Energy Transfer in Ecosystems
MS-LS2-3: Cycle of Matter and Energy Transfer in Ecosystems