TEACHER WORKSHOPS
FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS
EXXONMOBIL SCIENCE DAY AT THE ZOO: Grades PreK-8
- Science Day at the Dallas Zoo is a fun way for teachers, parents, and students to discover their community’s world of science!
- Participate in fun, hands-on activity stations!
- Earn four (4) CPE hours.
- Cost: FREE for pre-registered educators
- Dates: October 9 , 2010
- Click here to learn more about Science Day!
ExxonMobil Science Day at the Zoo Registration Form
GEOLOGY WORKSHOP: Grades 4-8
- Where can you find exotic animals and local geology? It's sedimentary, my dear Watson!
- Gain the skill to teach your students about geology, fossils, minerals, and how to lead them on a Geology Scavenger Hunt of the Dallas Zoo.
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $30
- Dates: November 13, 2010 and February 26, 2011
NEW! AFRICAN SAVANNA/AFRICAN MASKS WITH THE DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART : Grades K-12
- Discover the diverse wildlife and cultures of Africa through interdisciplinary and engaging experiences with the Dallas Zoo’s Giants of the Savanna and the exhibition, African Masks: The Art of Disguise at the Dallas Museum of Art.
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $50
- Date: January 29 , 2011
PROJECT WILD! Grades 6-12
- NEW LESSONS AND ACTIVITIES!
- Most widely-used conservation and environmental education programs among educators of students in kindergarten through high school.
- Instructional materials are designed to support state and national academic standards appropriate for grades K-12. Activities can easily be adapted to meet the learning requirements for academic disciplines ranging from science and environmental education to social studies, math, and language arts.
- Project WILD links students and wildlife through its mission to provide wildlife-based conservation and environmental education that fosters responsible actions toward wildlife and related natural resources.
- FREE 500-page curriculum guide included!
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $30
- Dates: April 2 , 2011
NEW! SAVANNA SCIENCE : Grades K-8
- Spend a day in Africa as you investigate the science behind a Savanna ecosystem!
- This hands on, inquiry based workshop also includes activities developed with our elephant conservation science staff that you can use at the zoo or in your school!
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $30
- Date: April 30 , 2011
PROJECT LEARNING TREE: Grades K-12
- Gain tools to bring the environment into your classroom and your students into the environment!
- Topics include forest, wildlife, water, community planning, waste management, and energy.
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $30
- Date: May 14, 2011
PROJECT WILD AQUATIC: Grades 6-8
- NEW LESSONS & ACTIVITIES!
- If you enjoyed Project WILD then you will love Project WILD Aquatic.
- Interdisciplinary environmental program emphasizing aquatic wildlife and habitats.
- Ideal for teaching English-language arts, science, social science, math, physical education, health, visual and performing arts.
- Builds curiosity and confidence through hands-on, engaging activities.
- Provides opportunities that help young people evaluate information and make responsible choices. Helps students learn HOW TO THINK, NOT WHAT TO THINK!
- A 400 page curriculum guide included!
- Earn six (6) CPE hours.
- Cost: $30
- Date: May 28, 2011
TO REGISTER FOR A TEACHER WORKSHOP:
To register for one of our workshops, complete and submit a Reservation Form. For more information call our Reservation Line at 214-670-6832 or email us at education@dallaszoo.com.
Teacher Workshop Registration Form
Please note workshop fees are non-refundable or transferable.
