We have activities that elementary school age kids will actually enjoy.  From adventure backpacks to creature campouts, the Zoo fits boys and girls, big and small!

Plan to meet your friends at the Zoo. Discover what animals are in danger and what you can do to help! What do the animals do to keep cool in the summer or stay warm in the winter? Learn more about the animal care and conservation programs at the Zoo through these learning adventures.

^{Classes are held in the Cargill Learning Center unless otherwise noted. Space is limited; therefore pre-registration is required. Please contact Cargill Learning Center to reserve your place. Classes take place rain or shine. Please remember, for everyone's safety and enjoyment all class participants must meet age requirements - no older or younger siblings allowed, including infants.}

Wonders of Wildlife workshops give children in grades 1–5 the opportunity to learn about our animals in fun and innovative ways. This is a program for students only, please. For a 2-hour class, the fee of $12 for members / $15 for nonmembers covers one child. For an all-day class, the fee of $50.00 for members / $60.00 for nonmembers covers one child. For a five-day class, the fee of $145 for members / $160 for nonmembers covers one child. For all-day classes, plan to pack a sack lunch; this learning adventure will make you hungry. Program times vary. Registration is now open for all classes through March. 

• Mar 19-23, Mon-Fri - Spring Fling 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  Once again it is time to fill your spring break with a week full of Zoo fun! This year we will listen closely to what the keepers have to say and learn how we can help animals world-wide with simple efforts that begin in our backyards!
   
• May 24-25, Thu-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
   
• Nov 21 Wed - Thanksgiving Safari 10:00 a.m. - Noon

Before and After Care for Full-Day WOW Classes
We know parents have to work, so we now offer before and after care for full day WOW classes. Students may be dropped off at 7:30 a.m. and picked up by 5:30 p.m. Students will enjoy additional activities and parents can rest assured knowing their child will be supervised by Zoo staff the entire time! Just add $15 to the class fee for a five-day class, or $5 for a one-day class.

These 2-hour programs for children in grades 1–5 include interactive learning, a Zoo walk, story time and a craft. The fee of $8 for members / $10 for nonmembers covers one child. These programs take place rain or shine. Classes run from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Registration is now open for all classes through March.   

• Feb 18 Sat - It's Not Easy Being Green, or Slimy, or Cold Blooded...
  Amphibians have a lot of challenges they face and while it may not be easy being green, slimy, or cold blooded, amphibians are very important creatures. We will learn more about their value to humans as well as the natural world during this fun class.
   
• Mar 17 Sat - Excuse Me While I Shed My Scales
  Reptiles have a unique set of characteristics and traits that make them extremely interesting creatures. We will discover why reptiles shed their scales, how some of them move without legs, and where all that venom comes from and what it can be used for!
   
• Apr 14 Sat
• May 19 Sat
• Jun 16 Sat
• Jul 14 Sat
• Aug 18 Sat
• Sep 15 Sat
• Oct 20 Sat
• Nov 10 Sat
• Dec 15 Sat

Are you a fan of the Sedgwick County Zoo ZOOper Stars? During this fun, fast-paced one hour program, grades 1-5 will learn about a specific Zoo resident, like Cinda the elephant or Shango the gorilla. Learn about the individual animal’s likes and dislikes, quirks and habits, and record that information on a fun fact sheet to show your friends and family. Classes are held from 1:30 – 2:30. Fee: $6 for members and $8 for nonmembers. Registration is now open for all classes through March.

• Feb 26 Sun - Chacoan Horned Frog
• Mar 25 Sun - Anaconda
• Apr 22 Sun
• May 27 Sun
• Jun 24 Sun
• Jul 22 Sun
• Aug 26 Sun
• Sep 23 Sun
• Oct 28 Sun
• Nov 18 Sun
• Dec 30 Sun