We believe

• Emotional experiences are what drive the brain to be active and to create memories.
• People learn best when they are exploring real-world issues and solutions.
• People are engaged in science when they are guided by their own curiosity, interests and questions.
• When learning is meaningful, people will join us in support of our mission.

We create wonder & that changes the world

About the Learning & Engagement Department

Denver Zoo’s long-term learning outcomes are for our audiences 1) to think of themselves as scientific and environmental thinkers and learners, and 2) to be champions for wildlife.

From early childhood to adult learners, our programs are rooted in age-appropriate experiences that connect all learners to the natural world through cultivation of empathy and self-driven exploration that builds knowledge and ultimately empowers learners to take action for wildlife.

Denver Zoo is committed to making sure students in our community and across Colorado have access to transformative science education experiences regardless of their economic circumstances. We believe that every learner in our community deserves the opportunity to tap into their natural curiosity, to engage in awe-inspiring learning experiences and to develop their inner-scientists.

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Virtual Classroom

Resources for Students and Teachers

Engage your inner scientist in Denver Zoo’s Virtual Classroom! Students go wild for real-world life science activities featuring the animals and staff of Denver Zoo.

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School Field Trips

School is back in session this year at Denver Zoo!

We’re paw-sitively thrilled to welcome students back for more of the programming you love. Onsite or online, your group will go WILD for a Denver Zoo school program. Spring self-guided field trips and programming now available.

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