1. Endangered Animals A field trip to The Philadelphia Zoo ED 265 Presentation by Kristen Delaney

2. Why The Philadelphia Zoo? §Exposure to live animals §Fun way to learn §Less than 100 miles away §Love of the zoo §Appropriate for children §Organized activities associated with the zoo

3. Directions §90-95 miles away §Approximately 2 hours drive

4. Some endangered animals that can be seen on this trip

5. Connecting To The Curriculum §The zoo offers programs to teach about animals and conservation §Seeing the animals live will enhance learning §The students will see a variety of animals l They will see their environments, physical attributes, and daily activites

6. Activities To Complete Before: Reading books Diorama Sharing knowledge During: Observe Record Answer Questions After: Reflect Responding

7. At The Philadelphia Zoo §Name some of the different animals you see. §What type of environment could be found where the ________ were? §How many endangered animals do you see? Name them. §Do you notice any zoo keepers feeding animals, cleaning cages, etc? Elephants Tigers Monkeys Snakes Tropical birds Bears

8. After The Field Trip §What was your favorite animal at the zoo and why? §How do you think the zoo keeps the polar bear environment so cold? §Did you see any baby animals? §Did you see any differences in environments than what we talked about in class? §Were you surprised by anything (animals, habitats, etc.) at the zoo? Did anything raise any questions in your head? §Would you like to be a zookeeper? Why or why not?

9. The End! Thank you! Are there any questions?