Distance Learning Program Offerings

Unless otherwise noted, all programs are offered from 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, and 1-1:45pm. Please note that all class times are Indianapolis time (EST). Indianapolis does not observe daylight savings time (Indianapolis never changes times), so please keep this in mind when planning programs. To register for programs online, visit www.cilc.org .

Series Classes
You may register for an individual class or sign up for the entire series. Registration deadlines are 2 weeks before the program runs, and registration is on a first come, first served basis. Visit www.cilc.org to register online.

Classification Series
This series introduces students to amphibians, fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals. You'll learn the characteristics of each group and meet some members of the different animal classes. Recommended for grades K-5.

Dates:

• October 1, 2003……..Amphibians
• October 8, 2003……..Fish
• October 15, 2003…....Reptiles
• October 22, 2003……Birds
• October 29, 2003……Mammals

Career Moves Series
What does it take to work at the Zoo? Why don’t you ask someone who does? Your students can have their questions answered personally by a member of the Zoo’s staff and learn what a day in the life of an IZS worker is really like. Recommended for grades 9-12.

Dates:

• November 4, 2003……10-10:45, 1-1:45pm…....Keeper
• November 11, 2003…..10-10:45am…………....Vet/Vet Technician
• November 18, 2003…..10-10:45, 2-2:45pm……Dolphin Trainer
• March 18, 2004…..10-10:45, 2-2:45pm……Dolphin Trainer
• March 25, 2004…..10-10:45am……………Vet/Vet Technician
• April 1, 2004……..10-10:45, 1-1:45pm…....Keeper

African Safari Series
Explore the plains of Africa and discover the animals that live there in this four week series. We’ll uncover the relationships between predator and prey and look at adaptations these animals have for survival on the savannah. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• May 5, 2004………… Lion
• May 12, 2004……….. Baboon
• May 19, 2004……….. Giraffe
• May 26, 2004……….. Zebra/Ostrich

Single Session Topics
Sign up for a listed date and time at www.cilc.org , or call (317) 630-2042 for a special request program. Registration deadlines are two weeks before the program runs, and registration is on a first come, first served basis.

Animal Adaptations
All plants and animals have adaptations, or special features, that make them better suited to live in their environments. In this program, students will discuss and observe several animals and plants and determine what their adaptations are and how they aid in survival. Recommended for grades 2-8.

Dates:

• September 15, 2003
• October 14, 2003
• February 9, 2004
• March 9, 2004
• April 26, 2004

Amazing Amazon
Rainforest are the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Explore the plants and animal life that can be found in each of the different layers of our Amazon rainforest exhibit, including an emerald tree boa, a blue-and-gold macaw, and red-bellied piranhas!
Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• September 23, 2003
• October 6, 2003
• January 26, 2004
• February 10, 2004
  February 17, 2004
• March 1, 2004

Animal Enrichment
What is it? It’s how we keep our animals entertained, happy, and healthy. How do we do it? Find out as we explore the many ways of creating playtimes that are fun for animals and people alike! Recommended for grades 3-12.

Dates:

• August 26, 2003
• December 10, 2003
• April 14, 2004

Animal Tales
Listen and watch as cultural stories and folk tales come to life on your television screen! We’ll talk about different myths and legends, and students will learn fact from fiction as we explore then animal world through storytelling. Recommended for grades K-2.

Dates:

• November 25, 2003
• March 29, 2004

Ani-math (NEW!)
How do numbers fit into a zoo environment? We’ll talk about animal weights, heights, speeds, and other ways we use math at the zoo…and you won’t believe how many pounds of fish we go through in a year! Recommended for grades 2-6.

Dates:

• January 6, 2004
• May 24, 2004

Art and Animals (NEW!)
Forget VanGogh! Have you seen the latest masterpiece by Kubwa? Art plays an important role in our zoo, from creative creatures to animal architects. Discover web-weavers, nest-builders, and more. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• September 30, 2003
• February 24, 2004

Australian Adventure
It’s the island-continent known for its unusual animals. Venture into the “land down under” to meet kangaroos, emus, Australian reptiles, and more. Learn more about the Australian plains and its inhabitants as you meet the unique residents of the Great Southern Land. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• September 11, 2003
• April 5, 2004

Bear Basics
Do bears really hibernate? Where do Kodiaks come from? How do polar bears stay warm? We’ll give you the answers to these questions--and many more--as we show you some of the Zoo’s most popular residents. Recommended for grades K-5.

Dates:

• September 17, 2003

Birds of Prey
Which bird of prey is the “sports car” of the bird world? Whooo can see well in the dark? You’ll find out when you meet some of the Zoo’s birds of prey. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• November 5, 2003
• January 27, 2004
• March 16, 2004

Butterflies: Flights of Fancy
Visit the White River Gardens (the Zoo’s sister institution) as we surround ourselves with thousands of free-flying butterflies. We’ll cover the life cycle, colorations, and survival strategies of these beautiful winged insects. Recommended for grades K-5.

Dates:

• August 18, 2003
• August 19, 2003
• May 17, 2004
• May 18, 2004
• June 1, 2004

Coral Reef
Where can you see moray eels, puffers, and other tropical fish in Indiana? Diving below the surface with us at our coral reef exhibit! Explore the “rainforests of the ocean” and discover firsthand their beauty and diversity of life. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• September 29, 2003
• November 20, 2003
• February 3, 2004
• March 2, 2004

Deserts
Feeling hot, hot, hot? You will be during this program, where we learn all about desert life, including habitat characteristics and plant and animal adaptations. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• November 10, 2003
• January 20, 2004
• March 8, 2004

Elephants
What’s the largest land mammal, has only six teeth, and eats over 200 pounds of food a day? An African elephant! In this session, students will explore the life of an elephant by examining artifacts and meeting members of the Zoo’s elephant. Recommended for grades K-8.

Dates:

• September 9, 2003
• April 6, 2004

A supplemental Project Elephant Kit is available on loan from the Education Department at the Indianapolis Zoo. For more information call (317) 630-2000, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.

Endangered Species
It’s sad, but true – entire species of plants and animals vanish from out planet everyday. In this program, we’ll discuss some causes of extinction, talk about some success stories of survival, and learn how you can do your part to help save the earth’s endangered species. Recommended for grades 3-12.

Dates:

• October 13, 2003
• March 22, 2004
• April 12, 2004

A supplemental Suitcase for Survival is available on loan from the Education Department at the Indianapolis Zoo. For more information call (317) 630-2000, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.

Habitat Design
With over 350 different kinds of animals at our zoo, how do we make them all feel at home? Learn all about animal habitats, both out in the wild and here in Indianapolis. Recommended for grades K-12.

Dates:

• Oct 7, 2003
• April 27, 2004

Plants, Plants, Plants
We all know what plants are, but do you know how they work? Get to the root of the question as we cover the basic facts of the plant kingdom. Learn about the parts of a plant and why we need plants for everyday life, from the food we eat and