These programs are designed to meet the needs of 4-5 year olds as they continue to discover the excitement and wonder of animals. Visits from animal friends, hikes in the Zoo, and crafts make this learning experience a time to remember.
Learn More about Spring and Summer Camp for 4-5 year olds.
Who can participate?
- Children 4-5 years old.
- Adults are always welcome but need not accompany the child. (No Charge for adults.)
When are 4-5 year old programs available?
- Year round. See below for dates and topics.
How much are 4-5 year old programs?
- Sign up for individual classes, or for the entire series and save!
- Cost per Class: $11/ Member - $15/ Non-Member
- Cost per Series: $27/ Member - $39/ Non-Member
Where do 4-5 year old programs take place?
- Most occur in the Harold C. Schott Education Center. Confirmation materials will be received once you have registered.
Questions? Contact us at (513) 559-7767 or email registrars@cincinnatizoo.org
Winter Dates & Topics
Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult.
Cost per Class: Members: $11 / Non-Members: $15
Cost for Series: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $39
| topic | description | Dates & times |
|---|---|---|
| ANYBODY HOME? |
Do you rest in a nest? Do you doze in a den? From the tallest tree to an underground burrow, animals have some very odd and interesting homes. We’ll encounter some animals both in the classroom and on exhibit and learn about how their bodies help them to live in their special homes. |
December 1: 11 am-noon December 7: 1-2 pm December 11: 10-11am or 1-2 pm December 12, 13 & 15: 9:30-10:30 am, 11-noon, or 1-2 pm December 14: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm |
| FEAT ARE NEAT! |
Walking, running, swimming, and jumping…we use our feet for so many things. Find out what kind of feet other animals have and how they use them everyday. We’ll even get an up close look at the special feet of some animal friends in the classroom. |
January 5: 11 am-noon January 11: 1-2 pm January 15: 10-11 am or 1-2 pm January 16, 17, & 19: 9:30-10:30 am, 11 am-noon, or 1-2 pm January 18: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm |
| ANIMAL BUDDIES |
Can a bee and a flower be friends? Sure! With activities, animal visits, and a Zoo hike, we’ll discover how these and other unusual friends help each other out and how their friendships fit into the balance of nature. |
February 2: 11 am-noon February 8: 1-2 pm February 12: 10-11 am, or 1-2 pm February 13, 14 or 16: 9:30-10:30, 11 am-noon, or 1-2 pm February 15: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm |
Spring Dates & Topics
Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult.
Cost per Class: Members: $11 / Non-Members: $15
Cost for Series: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $39
