School
A field trip to the zoo is a tried and true classic that never goes wrong. Groups can visit the petting zoo and watch the Asiatic black bear from the viewing platform. Educational programs at Henson Robinson Zoo aim to teach groups about animals and ecosystems through animal observations, zoo discovery walks, games, and crafts.
supports classroom learning in:
Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Habitats, Life Cycles.
contact info
Phone: 217-585-1821 ext. 1706
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Henson Robinson Zoo
Opened in 1970, the Henson Robinson Zoo is home to over 300 animals of 90 different species. Enjoy a day of animal fun with zoo animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North American and South America. See the zoo’s Wise Owls Gus Gus and Ashton, as well as lemurs, monkeys, birds, goats, donkeys, wallabies, and more.
contact info
Hrs: Varies seasonally.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>
Camp
A field trip to the zoo is a tried and true classic that never goes wrong. Groups can visit the petting zoo and watch the Asiatic black bear from the viewing platform. Educational programs at Henson Robinson Zoo aim to teach groups about animals and ecosystems through animal observations, zoo discovery walks, games, and crafts.
topics covered:
Animals, Habitats, Life Cycles.
contact info
Phone: 217-585-1821 ext. 1706
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Henson Robinson Zoo
Opened in 1970, the Henson Robinson Zoo is home to over 300 animals of 90 different species. Enjoy a day of animal fun with zoo animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North American and South America. See the zoo’s Wise Owls Gus Gus and Ashton, as well as lemurs, monkeys, birds, goats, donkeys, wallabies, and more.
contact info
Hrs: Varies seasonally.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
A field trip to the zoo is a tried and true classic that never goes wrong. Groups can visit the petting zoo and watch the Asiatic black bear from the viewing platform. Educational programs at Henson Robinson Zoo aim to teach groups about animals and ecosystems through animal observations, zoo discovery walks, games, and crafts.
supports classroom learning in:
Science.
topics covered:
Animals, Habitats, Life Cycles.
contact info
Phone: 217-585-1821 ext. 1706
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Henson Robinson Zoo
Opened in 1970, the Henson Robinson Zoo is home to over 300 animals of 90 different species. Enjoy a day of animal fun with zoo animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North American and South America. See the zoo’s Wise Owls Gus Gus and Ashton, as well as lemurs, monkeys, birds, goats, donkeys, wallabies, and more.
contact info
Hrs: Varies seasonally.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
View Lesson Plan>>