Middle School
We offer different types of field trips, including in-person Classroom Programs, Guided Tours and self-led Scavenger Hunts. Find the one that fits your needs!
Classroom Program
Bring your students to the Bronx Zoo and have one of our talented educators lead your class through an hour-long wild experience. Programs are designed to meet appropriate learning standards in a way everyone is sure to enjoy: exploring wildlife, meeting an animal, and engaging in an active learning environment.
Thanks to our generous grant funders, NYC Public Schools (K-12) with Title 1 status are eligible for a FREE classroom program at the Bronx Zoo! Classroom programs are available September through February while spots are available. Act now and book online or reach out to us at bzeducation@wcs.org M-F, 9:00am-4:00pm.
Conservation Innovation
Classroom Program | Grades 6th-8th
Conservation science requires understanding and effective collaboration between stakeholders. During this program, students will meet an animal up close in a zoo classroom and visit an exhibit that highlights the importance of working together towards solutions that benefit both humans and wildlife. Students will practice their critical thinking skills by examining the contrasting perceptions of wildlife connected with local and global conservation stories.
Price: $200/class
Studying Animal Behavior
Classroom Program | Grades 6th-8th
Why and how do scientists study animal behavior? Students will explore the answer to these questions through close observation of animals in an exhibit, data collection on the animals’ behaviors, and meeting an animal up-close in a zoo classroom. The tools and discussion will be scaled to the appropriate level based on the grade of your group.
Price: $200/class
Exploring Climate Activism
Classroom Program | Grades 6th-8th
Climate change is one of the largest impacts of human activity on the environment and biodiversity. Students will explore how individual, community, and societal behaviors can influence climate change and its impacts. Through an encounter with a live animal in a zoo classroom, interactive activities, and exploration of a zoo exhibit, students will investigate the impact of climate change on wildlife and what actions are needed to promote long-term environmental health.
Price: $200/class
Build Your Own Programs
From adaptations and ecosystem dynamics to exhibit design and nature art, one of our experienced educators will customize a program for your class. Build Your Own Field Trips must be booked at least one month prior to the requested date and require pre-approval of the desired topics.
Build Your Own Classroom Program
Classroom Program | Grades 6th-8th
Build an hour-long in-person program that meets your class's needs. All programs will include an animal encounter in a zoo classroom, a visit to a zoo exhibit, and content that corresponds to your curriculum.
Price: $300/class
Build Your Own Virtual Field Trip
Virtual | Grades 6th-8th
Experience a 45-minute customized virtual class designed for your group. All programs will include a virtual animal encounter and content that corresponds to your curriculum.
Price: $300/class
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