Middle School Education Programs
Sixth Grade
Animal Kingdom
Meets South Carolina Science Academic Standards 6-3.1 f
Learn about the classification through contact with the real thing! We compare "invertebrates"
to "vertebrates" with an emphasis on the five vertebrate classes. Live animals illustrate
the basic features of each class.
Habitats!
Find out what makes a home a habitat as we look at them on a larger scale. This
highly interactive program explores the differences between deserts, tundra, grasslands,
ocean and the rainforest.
Careers with Animals
This program presents young teens with educational opportunities, salary ranges
and ideas on how to start planning for an exciting job they may have not considered.
Who's Who in the Zoo
How much does an elephant eat? How does the lion get a shot? Where does the zoo
get the animals who live there? Zookeeping techniques and general care of the Greenville
Zoo animals are emphasized.
Seventh Grade
Careers with Animals
This program presents young teens with educational opportunities, salary ranges
and ideas on how to start planning for an exciting job they may have not considered.
Who's Who in the Zoo
How much does an elephant eat? How does the lion get a shot? Where does the zoo
get the animals who live there? Zookeeping techniques and general care of the Greenville
Zoo animals are emphasized.
Eighth Grade
Careers with Animals
This program presents young teens with educational opportunities, salary ranges
and ideas on how to start planning for an exciting job they may have not considered.
Who's Who in the Zoo
How much does an elephant eat? How does the lion get a shot? Where does the zoo
get the animals who live there? Zookeeping techniques and general care of the Greenville
Zoo animals are emphasized.
Customized Programs
We work with teachers and their staff to develop specialized programs to fit the needs of
the class and curriculum. Please contact the education department to set up a meeting:
email
864-467-4850
Middle School Career Day
If you are interested in an animal career, this is your opportunity to learn. The 2008 career day is set
for 1-4 pm, Saturday, Feb. 23.
More info Volunteers
Are you a student interested in volunteering at the Zoo? The Education Department
has volunteer training sessions twice a year. All volunteers must be 14 years and older. Training occurs in November
and late April-early May. Training fees apply.
More info