On-Site Programs

Capron Park Zoo offers a wide variety of onsite programs for many different ages. Each onsite program includes a self-led tour of the zoo, and a session with Zoo staff. Programs are between 45 and 60 minutes long and can accommodate up to 30 children unless otherwise noted.

Pre-K and Kindergarten

Wonderful World of Animals - a basic introduction to animal groups

Tell Me a Story - this program includes an animal story, simple craft or activity, and an encounter with an animal ambassadors.

1st and 2nd Grade

Desert Dwellers - a study of the desert can include a look at how animals manage to survive in that extreme environment

Radical Reptiles - an up-close look at our scaly friends

Who Let the Frogs Out? - hop on down to the zoo and learn about the watery world of frogs!

What Cat is That? - this hands-on program takes a closer look at teh fabulous felines that call Capron Park Zoo home.

3rd through 5th Grade

Nature Did It First - lots of inventors have gotten some of the best inventions from Mother Nature - can you guess which ones?

Classification Safari - this introductory program looks at how scientists group animals together

Quick, Frozen Critters - this active and engaging adaptations progra will show kids how adaptations help animals survive.

How Many Bears are There? -this game-based, program is a study of the interrelationships between Sloth Bears and their native rainforests.

Predator-Prey - this active, game-based program focuses on the relationship between preadtors, prey and the environment. This class is 1.5 hours long and requires some chaperone participation.

Destination Conservation - a study of endangered species and threats to their survival.

6th through 8th Grade

Darwin’s Big Idea - his idea revolutionized the way we look at plants and animals. This program looks at Darwin, his background and the theory that set the scientific world on fire!

Predator-Prey - this active, game-based program focuses on the relationship between preadtors, prey and the environment. This class is 1.5 hours long and requires some chaperone participation.

Dissection Investigation - this group dissection class will take a look at the anatomy of a shark and compare/contrast it with that of a mammal - PLEASE NOTE: this program can accomodate only 12 students at a time!

Biodiversity Rocks! - the variety of life of Earth is fantastic and important to our survival. Students will discover why - and how they can save the planet

A Striving Planet - many factors come into play when scientists talk about extinction. This program looks at continental drift, climate change and the need to adapt or die

Dragonfly Pond -how does modern urban planning effect animals and the environment? In this debate-focused program, students will strive to build a zero-impact town.

9th Grade and UP

Contact the Education Department for a list of topics

For pricing, reservations and other information, email: On-Site Programs

Zoomobile Programs

Zoomobile programs are designed for individual classes of up to 30 children, allowing for more individualized attention and hands-on learning. The use of live animals and biofacts make these programs engaging and dynamic. Each program is approximately 1-hour long.

Wild Encounters - Our most popular program! This exploration of animal groups is easily adapted to fit any age group and is especially good for mixed age classes.

Destination Conservation - a study of endangered species and threats to their survival.

Snake, Rattle and Roll - Reptiles like snakes and turtles captivate most children. This program introduces students to the amazing realm of the reptile.

Quick, Frozen Critters - this active and engaging adaptations progra will show kids how adaptations help animals survive. This program requires a space large enough for children to run around

How Many Bears are There? -this game-based, program is a study of the interrelationships between Sloth Bears and their native rainforests.

Dragonfly Pond -how does modern urban planning effect animals and the environment? In this debate-focused program, students will strive to build a zero-impact town.

The Education Department at Capron Park Zoo is willing to design a program around any topic that fits your classroon topics!  Call 774-203-1840 and let us know how we can better meet your program needs!

E-mail Zoomobile Programs for questions, reservations and pricing information.

* When developing our on-site and outreach programs, we pay close attention to the Massachusetts State Science Curriculum Frameworks, and incorporate standards from each strand whenever possible

Please call the Capron Park Zoo's Education Department at 774-203-1840 or email the Education Department for any questions you might have and for further details on any of these programs.