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Zoo Tots 

Zoo Tots focuses on specific animal themes to engage your preschooler as they learn about the wonders of the animal kingdom. Each program emphasizes positive and engaging interactions with animal ambassadors as well as activities, stories, and crafts that revolve around the week's central theme.

Programs are open to preschoolers ages 3-5 plus one adult (parent/guardian). Programs are 1 hour long and take place mostly outside in a shaded, grassy area by the new portables located at the south end of the Zoo’s main parking lot. In the event of inclement weather, classes will be moved inside. You do not need to enter the Zoo in order to enter the portable campus.  

***To provide the best possible experience for all participants, only those registered may attend the program (each registered child includes one adult). Due to space limitations, we will not be able to accommodate strollers inside of the classroom. Infants in carriers will be allowed. If at any time the designated adult is unable to attend a program, another adult may attend in his/her place. 

Registration for all programs will be processed online on a first-come, first-served basis. We do not take registrations over the telephone. Class size is limited to the first 6 children who apply.

Deadline for registration each week is 8:00 a.m. the Monday of the scheduled classes.

Spring 2021 Schedule - Full Schedule (Feb-May)

 

new classes added! Please email your preffered dates/times to be on the waitlist for sold out classes.

 

Topics Wednesday Thursday  Friday Saturday

Eye See You: Animals' Sense of Sight

Sold Out

 

March 25th 

9:30AM  or 11:30AM 

March 26th

9:30AM or 11:30AM

March 27th

12:00PM 

Native Nature: Florida Plants and Animals

 

March 31st

11:30AM

April 1st

9:30AM (Call to register) 
 or 11:30AM (Sold Out)

April 2nd

9:30AM (Sold Out) or 11:30AM (Sold Out)

April 3rd

12:00PM (Sold Out) 

Feeling Fine: Animals Sense of Touch

Sold Out

April 21st

11:30AM

April 22nd

9:30AM 
  or
11:30 AM 

April 23rd

9:30AM 
 or 
11:30AM 

April 24th

12:00PM 

Nature's Neighborhood: Backyard Animals

Sold Out

 

April 29th

9:30AM  or 11:30AM 

April 30th

9:30AM or 11:30AM 

May 1st

12:00PM

Nosey Noses: Animals' Sense of Smell

Sold Out

 

May 6th

9:30AM or 11:30Am

May 7th

9:30AM or 11:30AM 

May 8th

12:00PM 

Fantastic Flavors: Animals Sense of Taste

Sold Out

 

May 13th 

9:30AM  or 11:30AM 

May 14th 

9:30AM or 11:30AM

May 15th 

12:00PM 

 

PRICING


Each fee below covers one child and one adult per class.   

  Individual Classes:   
  $15.00 Members
  $25.00 Non-Members

 

 

  

 
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Before registering for class please note:

  • Each participant, including children, must have a signed COVID-19 waiver.
  • All Zoo staff and volunteers are required to wear face masks. For the well-being of you and your child(ren), and the safety of others, all adult participants are required to wear cloth or disposable face masks for the duration of the class.   

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By enrolling in our programming, you authorize any emergency medical treatment and allow the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to use your and/or your childs image for promotional and news purposes.

Waiting Lists

Due to the overwhelming popularity of our Early Childhood programs, we do keep waiting lists when classes fill. If a desired program is not visible on the registration site, please assume that the date is filled to capacity. To be added to the wait list of an Early Childhood program, contact the Education department directly by email or call 904-757-4463, ext. 101. 

Date Changes / Cancellations / Refunds

Due to the high demand for our Early Childhood programs, date changes are not allowed. Cancellations must be received in writing by email or fax. No refunds will be issued for cancellations or missed classes.


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