Subject: Science--A study of maintenance for mammals in captivity.
Grade Level: 1-3
Website: http://www.mindspring.com/~zoonet/www_virtual_lib/zoos.html
Name of Activity: “Who Works At the Zoo”
Time Frame: 45 minutes for two days
Links with Other Subjects: Social Studies, Reading, Art
Resources/Materials:
Internal: Computer, Appropriate plug-ins real player, if not available use magazine pictures
External: Director from local zoo visits classroom (Dardi Long- Warner Park Zoo) or visit a zoo.
Desired Outcomes/Competencies:
1. Students can identify 3 to 5 different jobs required to run a zoo.
2. Students can describe the responsibilities of these jobs.
Description of the Process:
- Explore the websites ( Memphis, Knoxville, Nashville, Chattanooga zoo web pages).
- Create a list of zoo employment.
- Choose a job you would enjoy.
- Complete a job application-skills needed.
- Create a journal with pictures “ A Day in the Life”
- Class is divided into small groups. Group is given an animal to determine which employees are necessary for its existence.
- Summary of job positions needed in a zoo: (Zoo Rangers, Docent/Zoo Interpreters, Breeding Specialist, Veterinarian, Custodial, Activities Director-Reception/Entertainment, Landscaping/Horticulture, Production/Artwork/Craftsmen, Public Relations Officer, Clerical/Office Assistance)
