# Event Details - **Event Name**: October Zoo School - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Participants will have a unique opportunity to experience The Zoo with a Zoo educator by their side! These hour-long programs offer children a chance to interact closely with a variety of Zoo ambassador animals while also participating in The Zoo's two-time national-award-winning Kids Go Wild curriculum. Each session includes a STEAM activity that meets Massachusetts state education standards in literacy, science, math, engineering or art. Zoo School serves homeschoolers ages 6 to 12. Children under 6 years old may participate but must be accompanied by an adult guardian at all times; all children attending a Zoo School lesson must be paid for. All sessions run from 10-11 a.m. at The Zoo in Forest Park. Registration is required and available at https://www.forestparkzoo.org/zoo-school. --- COST: Members: $30 per person/per program OR $170 for all 6 programs/per person Non-members: $35 per person/per program OR $200 for all 6 programs/per person --- Lessons: Tuesday, October 13: Food web Explore the roles of herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores in nature and discover how they connect to build a living food web. Thursday, October 15: What a water-full world Every drop of water on Earth continuously moves and changes between liquid, ice, and vapor. Discover how human water use impacts the water cycle and how we can help conserve water. Tuesday, October 20: Invasive species Discover how invasive species disrupt local ecosystems and learn practical ways to protect our native wildlife. Thursday, October 22: MythBusters Do camels store water in their humps? Do toads cause warts? Explore popular myths and separate fact from fiction. Tuesday, October 27: Endangered species Learn about the challenges our endangered wildlife face and how conservation efforts help protect vulnerable animals and their habitats. Thursday, October 29: Natures recyclers Explore the science of decomposition. Participants will learn to identify key decomposers such as isopods, worms, and beetles and understand the vital role these organisms play in nutrient recycling and sustainable gardening. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/october-zoo-school/200030785288341 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, Art, Nonprofit, Kids - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Springfield - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: 293 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01108 - **lat**: 42.08464 - **long**: -72.56522 - **full address**: 293 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01108 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: October Zoo School - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/642a7ca437d4f936ef1731353a5c71adb29192880761afb01c6059f460e6ff95-rimg-w1200-h675-dc386848-gmir?v=1791277541 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is October Zoo School being held? - **A:** October Zoo School takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am at 293 Sumner Ave., Springfield, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01108. - **Q**: Who is organizing October Zoo School ? - **A:** October Zoo School is organized by ZOO in Forest Park and Education Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** October Zoo School is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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