Education at the National Zoo
As the nation's zoo, we provide leadership in conservation science. We educate and inspire diverse communities so they become part of our commitment to celebrate, study, and protect animals and their habitats.
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Field Trip Resources
The Zoo offers many field trip resources for you and your students. You can schedule an in-depth exhibit program with staff, download activity guides, explore programs that happen everyday at the Zoo, print a map, and more. 
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Classroom Resources and School Partnerships
Bring science and conservation lessons into your classroom with curriculum guides, games and interactive activities for students, school partnerships, outreach programs for area schools and communities, and wildlife explorer kits that contain animal artifacts, videos, and other educational tools. more
Classes and Summer Camps
FONZ's award-winning membership education programs provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn more about wildlife and how to get involved in its protection. more
Professional Opportunities and Training
Scientists, teachers, and college students can further their knowledge through basic and advanced training in a wide variety of conservation, wildlife, and environmental science topics through courses, workshops, internships, and fellowships. more
Online Resources for Educators and Students
Animal fact sheets, live web cams, links to other educations sites, photo galleries, articles from our magazine, and Conservation Central, an online habitat education program that helps kids learn about habitat conservation through curricula and activities. more
Volunteer Interpreters
Most areas are staffed with volunteer interpreters who can enhance your experience with artifacts, animal feedings, and special informal programs. Look for a blue FONZ volunteer shirt and name tag. 
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Can't find the information you're looking for?
Stop in and see us. The FONZ education offices are located in the Zoo's Visitor Center and are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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