Detroit Zoo Community Connect
Bring the Zoo to You!
Let the wonders of wildlife roll into your classroom with our mobile learning program!
Detroit Zoo educators deliver engaging, hands-on experiences that inspire curiosity, spark conservation action, and connect students to animals and nature — no field trip required.
Through interactive activities and real-world scientific exploration, your students will step into the shoes of a field ecologist, collecting data and raising awareness about endangered species. This immersive experience fosters a deeper connection to local wildlife while empowering young learners to make a difference.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your classroom into a wild adventure!
Overview
Key Concepts:
- Local wildlife protection
- Biodiversity
- Habitat preservation
Grades:
- Kindergarten-Second
- Third-Fifth
- Sixth-Eighth
Duration:
45- to 60-minute learning lab experience
Skills:
- Using scientific tools to collect field data
- Analyzing data
- Making observations and drawing conclusions
Please note: We do not bring animals off the Zoo’s grounds. Lessons provide students with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with science skills and tools.
All lessons are designed for outdoor learning but can be easily adapted for indoor classroom settings.
Immersive Courses
Bring the Detroit Zoo to your classroom with this hands-on, mobile learning experience where students become field ecologists, explore real-world conservation issues, and connect with local wildlife—no field trip needed.
Piping Plover Protection
Piping plovers are vulnerable shorebirds facing significant threats to their survival from human activity and habitat loss. Learn how ecologists protect these birds through efforts like captive rearing, bird banding, and securing nesting sites.
