Zoo tots
Join us for an exciting education program!
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.
Contact Us
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
Call us
Telephone:
701-857-4166
Fax:
701-857-4169