Zoo Field Trip Activities Kit | Animal Viewers, Scavenger Hunt, Certificate
$5.00
Make your zoo field trip meaningful, organized, and fun with this hands-on Zoo Field Trip Activities resource for K-2.
Students explore the zoo, use zoo animal viewers, complete a scavenger hunt, and reflect on what they learned.
🐾 Perfect for Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade zoo field trips, zoo units, and post-trip writing.
Turn your zoo day into a structured, engaging learning experience with this Wildlife Explorer Kit. Students observe animals, identify them using real-image viewers, check off discoveries, and record their learning in a meaningful way.
This low-prep resource is designed to keep students focused, engaged, and excited while making your field trip feel organized and purposeful.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Zoo Camera Viewer (Color, Real Images, Black and White)
• Animal Identifier Viewers (Color, Real Images, Black and White)
• Zoo Scavenger Hunt
• Wildlife Explorer Badge (Name Tag)
• Explorer Checklist (mini scavenger hunt for lanyard)
• Writing & Reflection Brochure
• Wildlife Explorer Certificate
HOW TO USE
• Prep materials and assemble ahead of time
• Place camera, badge, and checklist on a lanyard for each student
• Students explore the zoo and observe animals
• Use viewers to identify animals and habitats
• Check off discoveries during the trip
• Complete writing and reflection back in the classroom
WHY TEACHERS LOVE THIS
• Makes zoo field trips more meaningful and organized
• Keeps students engaged and on-task
• Encourages observation and real-world learning
• Builds vocabulary and science skills
• Includes multiple formats (color, real images, black & white)
• Low prep and easy to use
PERFECT FOR
• Zoo field trips
• Zoo theme units
• End-of-year activities
• Writing extensions
• K-2 science and observation lessons
SIMPLE FIELD TRIP SET-UP
For an easy and organized experience, place these on a lanyard for each student:
• Zoo Camera Viewer
• Wildlife Explorer Badge
• Explorer Checklist
Students will explore the zoo like real wildlife scientists while staying engaged and focused throughout the trip.
This is a simple way to turn your zoo field trip into meaningful, hands-on learning.
3 reviews for Zoo Field Trip Activities Kit | Animal Viewers, Scavenger Hunt, Certificate
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Rachel M. (verified owner) –
Originally reviewed on TPTEngaging and Age Appropriate!
This resource was a hit on our trip to engage students in a meaningful experience and discussion. We used parts of the resource after the trip to deepen our learning!
Brooke McManus (verified owner) –
Originally reviewed on TPTGreat Resource!
Absolutely loved this resource! It was easy to prep, engaging for my students, and aligned perfectly with what I was teaching. The directions were clear, and the activities kept my students focused and participating the entire time. I also appreciated how organized and visually appealing everything was. This saved me so much time and made my lesson run smoothly. I will definitely be purchasing more resources from this seller!
Super SPED Ed (verified owner) –
Originally reviewed on TPTADORABLE for the zoo
I made this and the kids loved them, they went last friday! So cute, thank you!