ZooMobiles

• 60 minutes, 7-8 animals, classroom or assembly*
• $525 for one presentation ($275 additional presentation on same day)

Our most popular program! This program includes an animal handler and a presenter who will provide a general introduction to the subject of animal ecology. We will explore topics such as traits used to classify different animals into groups like birds, reptiles, and mammals; types of interactions between animal groups; how animals interact with their environment; and much more.

Aligns with MA STE standards for PreK to High School (LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4, ESS2, ESS3); RI Grade Span Expectations in Science, Life Science Domain K-12; and Next Generation Science Standards K-HS (LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4, ESS2, ESS3).

• 45 minutes, 4-5 animals, up to 50 people
• $400 for one presentation ($200 additional presentation on same day)

This program is designed for people, such as those in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, whose needs exceed the traditional educational format. It offers individual encounters with specially selected animals that can be viewed up close and touched.

• 30 minutes, 1-2 animals, up to 25 people
• $300 for one presentation ($150 additional presentation on same day)

Join us for a story time adventure! This program is the perfect way to introduce toddlers and young preschoolers to the wonderful world of wildlife and nature. Following the reading of a short story, children will get the chance to visit with one of our education animal ambassadors. Contact us for specific animal/story options.

• 20-30 minutes, 3-4 animals, up to 25 people
• $300 for one presentation ($150 additional presentation on same day)

Which animals can fly? Which animals can swim? How do animals without legs get around? Why do animals need to move? From crawling bugs to slithering snakes to hopping kangaroos, this program explores the various modes of animal locomotion whether on land, in the water, or in the air. We also discuss reasons why animals would need to move from one location to another.

Aligns with MA STE standards PreK-LS1-1, PreK-LS2-1, PreK-LS2-2, K-LS1-1, K-ESS2-2, 1-LS1-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (K-2) in Science LS1-1, LS1-4, LS4-8; and Next Generation Science Standards K-LS1-1 (LS1.A, LS1.C), K-ESS2-2 (ESS2.E), K-ESS3-1 (ESS3.A).

• 20-30 minutes, 3-4 animals, up to 25 people
• $300 for one presentation ($150 additional presentation on same day)

Which animal smells with its tongue? Which animal tastes with its feet? Which animal hears with its legs? This program explores the five senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell) and their importance for survival. We also highlight animals that sense their environments in extraordinary ways that are much different from how people typically sense the world around them.

Aligns with MA STE standards PreK-LS1-1, PreK-LS1-2, PreK-LS1-3, PreK-LS2-1, PreK-LS2-2, K-LS1-1, K-ESS2-2, 1-LS1-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (K-2) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS1-4, LS4-8; and Next Generation Science Standards K-LS1-1 (LS1.A, LS1.C), K-ESS2-2 (ESS2.E), K-ESS3-1 (ESS3.A).

• 45 minutes, 4-5 animals, up to 40 people
• $400 for one presentation ($150 additional presentation on same day)

What exactly are “bugs”? How do animals without backbones move? How many kinds of invertebrates exist? This program explores the characteristics that classify an animal as an invertebrate (as compared to a vertebrate) and delves into the diversity of this unique group of animals by highlighting various species and their traits.

Aligns with MA STE standards 1-LS1-1, 1-LS3-1, 2-LS2-3, 2-LS4-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (K-2) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS1-4; and Next Generation Science Standards 1-LS1-1 (LS1.A, LS1.D), 1-LS3-1 (LS3.A, LS3.B), 2-LS4-1 (LS4.D).

• 45 minutes, 4-5 animals, up to 40 people
• $400 for one presentation ($200 additional presentation on same day)

Did you know that over 7 million animals enter shelters across the US each year, and that many of these animals are abandoned pets? Having a pet can be an extremely fun and rewarding experience, but it also requires commitment and responsibility. During this program we will discuss various types of pets and how to properly respect and care for them.

Aligns with MA STE standards 1-LS1-1, 1-LS3-1, 2-LS2-3, 2-LS4-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (K-2) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS2-5; and Next Generation Science Standards 1-LS1-1 (LS1.A), 1-LS3-1 (LS3.A, LS3.B), 2-LS4-1 (LS4.D).

• 60 minutes, 5-6 animals, classroom or assembly*
• $525 for one presentation ($275 additional presentation on same day)

Scientists estimate that we are now losing species at 1,000 to 10,000 times the natural rate of extinction. Using live animal ambassadors and biofacts, this program explores reasons why so many plant and animal species are now endangered or extinct. We will also discuss possible ways to help slow the loss of biodiversity and how you can be a part of the solution.

Aligns with MA STE standards for PreK to High School (LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4, ESS2, ESS3); RI Grade Span Expectations in Science, Life Science Domain K-12; and Next Generation Science Standards K-HS (LS1, LS2, LS3, LS4, ESS2, ESS3).

• 45 minutes, 4-5 animals, up to 40 people
• $400 for one presentation ($200 additional presentation on same day)

Scales, scutes, and shells, oh my! This program explores the traits that classify animals as reptiles and discusses characteristics of various types of reptiles. Learn whether or not reptiles are slimy, how snakes smell with their tongues, how long tortoises can live, and much more about these fascinating creatures!

Aligns with MA STE standards 3-LS1-1, 3-LS3-1, 3-LS3-2, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3, 4-LS1-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (3-4, 5-6) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS1-4, LS3-8; and Next Generation Science Standards 3-LS1-1 (LS1.B), 3-LS2-1 (LS2.D), 3-LS3-1 (LS3.A, LS3.B), 3-LS4-2 (LS4.B), 3-LS4-3 (LS4.C, LS4.D), 4-LS1-1 (LS1.A, LS1.D).

• 60 minutes, 6-8 animals, classroom or assembly
• $525 for one presentation ($275 additional presentation on same day)

How do animals survive in the extreme heat or cold? How do animals avoid being eaten? What do pangolins, hedgehogs, and three-banded armadillos all have in common? Learn the answers to these questions and more during this program that is all about adaptations. We discuss how these specialized behavioral, physiological, and physical traits allow animals to survive in their environments.

Aligns with MA STE standards 3-LS1-1, 3-LS3-1, 3-LS3-2, 3-LS4-2, 3-LS4-3, 4-LS1-1; RI Grade Span Expectations (3-4, 5-6) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS1-4, LS3-7, LS3-8; and Next Generation Science Standards 3-LS1-1 (LS1.B), 3-LS2-1 (LS2.D), 3-LS3-1, 3-LS3-2 (LS3.A, LS3.B), 3-LS4-2 (LS4.B), 3-LS4-3 (LS4.C, LS4.D), 4-LS1-1 (LS1.A, LS1.D).

• 45 minutes, 6-8 animals, up to 100 people
• $400 for one presentation ($200 additional presentation on same day)

Did you know that rainforests contain over half of the world’s plant and animal species, but only cover less than four percent of the Earth’s surface? Or that one-fifth of the world’s fresh water is found in the Amazon basin? This program explores the elements of the rainforest ecosystem and discusses the importance of rainforest conservation.

Aligns with MA STE standards 7.MS-LS1-4, 7.MS-LS2-1, 7.MS-LS2-2, 7.MS-LS2-4, 7.MS-LS2-5, 7.MS-LS2-6, 7.MS-ESS3-4, 8.MS-ESS3-5; RI Grade Span Expectations (5-8) in Science LS1-1, LS1-2, LS2-5, LS3-8; and Next Generation Science Standards MS-LS1-4 (LS1.B), MS-LS2-1 (LS2.A), MS-LS2-4 (LS2.C), MS-LS2-5 (LS4.D), MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4 (ESS3.C).

Interested in a topic that is not listed above (e.g., composting, pollination, life cycles, conservation)? Or, interested in one of our programs, but for a different grade? No problem! We can customize our presentations to fit your particular needs. We can also easily adjust any of our existing programs to fit a specific grade or age level. Just contact us for more details and pricing.