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$9 per student
Each program lasts two hours.


The Mysteries of Flight
Discover the amazing phenomena of flight first hand! While experiencing live bird flight in the classroom, students gain an understanding of Bernoulli’s principles and learn about the specialized anatomy and physiology needed for flight in the animal world.


Think Outside the Cage
Curious about how scientists do research in a zoo setting? Using the scientific method, students will become zoologists for a day and learn about the science of animal behavior and the different techniques researchers use when gathering data. As part of the program, students will create enrichment activities for the birds they are observing.


See Grades 1-12 for additional classes geared for these grade levels.


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