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After-School Programs
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NEW! Zoo Science Investigators
Join the Z.S.I! A brand-new after school club for your li'l science fan. Incorporating Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. state standards, the program lends itself as an extension to classroom lessons. Keep your child away from the television and computer games for just a bit longer and spend an evening at the Zoo! It’s the perfect combination of education and fun. Sign up your cub for the club! (Due to winter conditions, viewing of animals will be limited.)
Animal Movement
Hop, fly, run, and swim your way to the National Zoo for an afternoon of studying how animals travel. What’s the science behind the adaptations that allow these wild critters to survive? Through experiments and observation, we’ll get a move on unlocking the secrets of animal movement.
Time: 4-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $75
Grades 2-3: April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7
Grades 4-5: April 11, 18, 25; June 2, 9
Around the World
Tour the Zoo and explore the world one continent at a time. Each week, we’ll travel somewhere new and learn about the animals and cultures of the area through stories, crafts, and activities. Pack your suitcase and grab your passport! You don’t want to miss the flight!
Time: 4-5:30 p.m.
Fee: $75
Grades 2-3: May 14, 21; June 4, 11
Grades 4-5: May 16, 23; June 6, 13
