Zoo tots

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Zoo Tots Information

What is Zoo Tots?

Zoo Tots combines self-guided exploratory play with structured learning activities. Children can enjoy crafts, sensory bins, and educational stations during free play, followed by circle time, sing-alongs, and an up-close animal encounter. Each Zoo Tots session incorporates play-based activities designed to encourage observation, exploration, and discovery, fostering a love for science and learning in young minds.

 

Class details

Zoo Tots classes are designed for children ages 2 to 5 and their caregivers, providing an opportunity to engage together in hands-on learning and exploration.

Each class lasts approximately one hour, with some sessions including outdoor activities in the zoo (weather permitting). Due to the size and structure of the program, additional adults are not allowed.

 

Registration Information

Classes are priced at $10–$12, depending on the session. The registration fee covers one child (ages 2–5) and one adult caregiver.

Due to the size and format of Zoo Tots, additional adults cannot attend. However, exceptions will be made for infants accompanying adults who can fully participate with their registered child.

Class Size

Class sizes are limited to 12 participants to ensure a quality experience for everyone.

To best accommodate all Zoo Tot participants, unregistered children cannot attend. While younger or older children are welcome to register, please note that the program is designed for ages 2 to 5 and may not include age-appropriate activities for those outside this range.

 

Location & Check in

Location: Roosevelt Park Zoo’s visitor center auditorium.

Check in: Auditorium doors will open 5 minutes before class starts.

 

Cancellations/refunds

Cancellations and date changes must be requested at least two weeks before the scheduled program. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations made within two weeks of the program date or for missed classes. Payments for missed sessions will be treated as a donation to the zoo.

 

January 16th & 17th

Animal Senses: We will learn about the 5 senses and how animals use their senses.

 

January 23rd & 24th

Frozen Tundra: Learn about the animals that live in the North and South Pole, and how they survive the cold weather.

 

January 30th & 31st

Cooking Creations: Snowman Pancakes : Make your very own treat! We will use pancakes to make our very own snowman.

 

February 13th & 14th

Colorful Critters: We will learn about colors and different types of colorful animals.

 

February 20th & 21st

Nifty Noses: Learn about animals that have a great sense of smell and how they use there nose to survive in the wild.

 

February 27th & 28th

Cooking Creations: Animal Cookies : Make you very own treat! We will create our very own animal shaped cookies.

 

March 13th & 14th

Feathered Friends : We will learn all about birds and what makes an animal a bird.

 

March 20th & 21st

Powerful Pollinators : Learn about the animals that help pollinate plants and how they provide food for us to eat.

 

March 27th & 28th

Cooking Creations: Pretzel Nest : Make your own treat! We will use pretzels to make our very own bird nest.

 

April 10th & 11th

Wild Gardens: We will learn about plants why they are important to us.

 

April 17th & 18th

Green Art: Learn about recycling and how we can use recyclable items to create green art.

 

April 24th & 25th

Cooking Creations: Dirt Pudding : Make your own treat! We will create our very own dirt pudding with gummy worms.

 

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Hours

9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
(May & September)

9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
(June – August 19)

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
(October – April)

Address

1219 Burdick Expressway E
Minot, ND 58701

Postal Address:

PO Box 538
Minot, ND 58702-0538

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Telephone:

701-857-4166

Fax:

701-857-4169

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