Zoo Tots Classes
This class is designed for children ages 2-4 years with an accompanying adult.

Join your favorite furry, feathery, slimy, and fuzzy animal friends in an exciting, hands-on adventure during which we will read books, make crafts, create animal-themed snacks, enjoy visits from live animals, participate in educational activities and free play, and explore the zoo. Classes will be held on alternating Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Times vary and are included on the registration page.
Members: make sure you log in with your member number to receive your member discount.
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Zoo Tots Cooking
This class is designed for children ages 2-4 years with an accompanying adult.

Don’t miss out on these exciting cooking lessons right here at the Zoo with all of your animal friends. Each week, you and your toddler will make a creative, tasty treat and participate in fun activities. These classes also include stories, activities, zoo exploration, and crafts. Classes are held on alternating Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Times vary and are included on the registration page.

Members: make sure you log in with your member number to receive your member discount.
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Polliwogs
This class is designed for children ages 1 yr-2.5 yr and an accompanying adult.
With guidance from both you and our zoo educators, children will learn through exploration and play.  This is a child-centered program that is less structured than our traditional classes.  During Polliwogs, children will engage in free play and hands-on experiences at various sensory bins and tactile stations around the classroom.  Polliwogs is based on Chicago Zoological Society’s NatureStart program and supports young children as they develop a connection to wildlife and nature. 

Join us as we discover the wonders of nature through play, songs, stories, and visits from our animal friends. 

This class is a great opportunity for you and your child to interact with each other, one-on-one through play.  We suggest making other arrangements for siblings during Polliwogs sessions.

Class dates/times/options vary and are listed on the registration page. Each session includes four classes, and families are welcome to sign up for multiple sessions.
Members: make sure you log in with your member number to receive your member discount.
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For children ages 1-2.5 years and an accompanying adult.

Zoo Tunes Classes

For children ages 1-2.5 years and an accompanying adult.

We are excited to announce the return of our music class at the Blank Park Zoo, designed for adults and the little ones they love. Participants in this class will sing songs, play instruments, dance, join in hands-on activities, and enjoy animal visitors. Adults will be actively involved in the class, helping to engage young children in music.  Many of the same songs will be used each week with a variety of activities and instruments.

Zoo Tunes is a 4 week series.  Classes are about 30-45 min. in length.

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Zoo Chefs
This class is designed for children ages 5-6 years with an accompanying adult.
Join your favorite furry, feathery, slimy, and fuzzy animal friends in an exciting, hands-on adventure during which you and your child will make a creative, tasty treat and participate in fun activities. These classes also include stories, activities, zoo exploration, craft and visits from live animals.
Members: make sure you log in with your member number to receive your member discount.
Click here to register.