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Would you like to help the Knoxville Zoo Homeschool Program grow? A wishlist has now been created specifically for your programming! To view a wishlist of requested items, please click here!

Fall 2009 Programs

Date
Programs are typically offered on Tuesday. Check the schedule below for specific dates. All programs meet at the Log Cabin.

Time and Cost
Grades K-2
Programs meet at 10:00 a.m.
All programs are 45 minutes in length unless otherwise specified
Members pay only $3 per person per program
Non-members pay $10 per person to cover the cost of admission
   *Prices and schedules are subject to change without notice.

Grades 3-5
Programs meet at 12:00 p.m.
All programs are 90 minutes in length unless otherwise specified
Members pay only $5 per person per program
Non-members pay $10 per person to cover the cost of admission
   *Prices and schedules are subject to change without notice.

Grades 6-8
Programs meet at 2:00 p.m.
All programs are 90 minutes in length unless otherwise specified
Members pay only $5 per person per program
Non-members pay $10 per person to cover the cost of admission
   *Prices and schedules are subject to change without notice.

How to Register

  • Members DO NOT need to register. Just show up on the scheduled date and time for your program and pay at the door.
  • Non-members must pre-register through the Zoo Education Department by filling out the Onsite Reservation Form.

Program Schedule

Earth Science Module

 

August 11

Geology - The Basics

August 18

Geology - Volcanoes and Earthquakes

August 25 Geology - Natural Resources

September 1

Oceanography - Currents

September 8

Oceanography - Coasts

September 15 Oceanography - Shallow Seas

September 22

Oceanography - The Deep

September 29

NO PROGRAMS

October 6

Meteorology - Weather Basics

October 13

Meteorology - Tropical Climates

October 20

Meteorology - Polar Climates

October 27

Meteorology - Temperate Climates

November 3

Astronomy - The Solar System

November 10 Astronomy - Deep Space
November 17 Astronomy - Constellations
November 24 NO DAYTIME CLASSES

November 24

Astronomy - Star Gazing (7:00-9:00pm)

 *Program open to all ages.

For more information call 865.637.5331 x331 or email us at cfifer@knoxville-zoo.org.

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