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Caring For Living Things EYFS, KS1; Early Years, First Stage. Ages 3 - 7 ​ ​ DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: A very important rule for living things is that they need to stay alive (or else they wouldn’t be living things)! Discover how we look after animals, plants and the planet. ​ Exploring the diverse requirements of a range of ZooLab animals, we discover that often creatures need the same core things to survive; food, water, oxygen and protection/shelter. Using active learning techniques and building on prior knowledge this value driven show in teaches respect for all living things. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to name some things that animals need to survive (water, food, air). Most children will be able to name things to do to care for animals and explain why it is important. Some children will be able to explain the differences in caring for different animals. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What do pets require? We all love our pets but when it comes to their care there are a few extra things that we need to consider. We all have the responsibility to ensure that the mental and physical needs of animals in their care are up to scratch. Lets look at The Five Freedoms: Freedom from hunger and thirst. We need to ensure that our pets have a suitable diet, are fed properly and have access to clean drinking water. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area. Freedom from pain, injury or disease. We need to make sure that our pets go to the vets if they are sick or injured. Freedom to express normal behaviour by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animals’ own kind. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Rainforest Unwrapped KS 1, 2, 3, 4. First, Second, Third, Fourth Stage. Ages 5 - 14 DURATION: 1 hour 30 minutes ​ OVERVIEW: The rainforest supplies us with a plethora of day to day items - things including wood, medicine and food - but at what price? This hands-on workshop looks at how we’re depleting these resources. Can we reverse this man-made effect through recycling and sustainability? Pupils learn how making a few small changes to our lives, we can help ensure the preservation of this fascinating habitat for years to come. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to name some things we get from the rainforest. Most children will know ways to help slow the rate of deforestation. Some children will understand the implications of losing the rainforest and the importance of looking after it. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What is a Rainforest? Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystem! They can be found on every continent except Antarctica and have an annual rainfall greater than two meters. ​ There are two different types of rainforest - temperate and tropical. Tropical rainforests are found near the equator and have an average daily temperature of 28°C - the hot, humid atmosphere creates a unique ecosystem full of biodiversity. ​ Rainforests consist of four layers: the forest floor, understory, canopy and emergent layer. ​ Rainforests once covered 14% of Earth’s surface but this has plummeted to 6% - it is estimated that we lose one and a half acres every second! With over half the planet’s species residing here, it is vital that humanity protects this important resource. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Climate Crusaders KS2, KS3, KS4 and 1-4th Stage Ages 8 - 16 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: Linking to sustainability, Climate Crusaders examines how informed choices can protect the world's inhabitants and habitats now and for the future. This workshop is all about balance and what happens when it's disrupted. We touch on habitat destruction, sustaining ecosystems, global warming, and pollution effects. Our animal team helps highlight the importance of biodiversity and insects and teaches us about recycling using practical examples from the natural world. Learning Outcomes All children will recognise that the environment is changing, and sustainable action is needed. All children will be able to talk about ways we can help the environment. Most children will be able to explain the impact the changing environment has on wildlife. Some children will be able to use their knowledge to predict the impact of climate change. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What is sustainability? Sustainability is all about taking care of the world we live in and keeping it safe for future generations. For something to be sustainable, it has to meet our needs now without compromising future environment, economics or humanity. It's a careful balancing act to maintain resources and avoid harm. We often think of sustainability from the perspective of climate change and environmental issues, however considering the three pillars opens up the discussion and facilitates a global conversation with key experts from different fields. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Rainforest Discovery KS 1, 2, 3, 4. First, Second, Third, Fourth Stage. Ages 5 - 14 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: Go on an exciting journey through this important ecosystem from the comfort of your classroom. Learn about the layers of the rainforest while getting hands-on with our animal team members. Find out why this is an ideal habitat and who eats what. Discover everything you ever wanted to know about life in the steamy tropics and why they are coming under threat. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to name some rainforest animals. Most children will understand why the animals are suited to the rainforest. Some children will be able to explain the composition of the rainforest. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What is a Rainforest? Rainforests are Earth’s oldest living ecosystem! They can be found on every continent except Antarctica and have an annual rainfall greater than two meters. ​ There are two different types of rainforest - temperate and tropical. Tropical rainforests are found near the equator and have an average daily temperature of 28°C - the hot, humid atmosphere creates a unique ecosystem full of biodiversity. ​ Rainforests consist of four layers: the forest floor, understory, canopy and emergent layer. ​ Rainforests once covered 14% of Earth’s surface but this has plummeted to 6% - it is estimated that we lose one and a half acres every second! With over half the planet’s species residing here, it is vital that humanity protects this important resource. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Senses & Textures EYFS, KS 1; Early Years, First Stage KS 1. Ages 3 - 7 ​ DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins OVERVIEW: Humans have five senses; sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch . Do our ZooLab animals have the same senses? How do their senses help them live in their habitats? Pupils make hands-on discoveries of textures and senses in an animal handling experience that is suitable for everyone from new intake to SEN classes. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to talk about how we use our senses. Most children will be able to use observation skills to theorise how the animals use senses. Some children will be able to explain that some animals rely on their senses differently to us. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What are senses? Senses are how our bodies perceive an external stimulus. Humans have five basic senses - sight, smell, hearing, taste and touch. The information gathered from the associated organ is sent to the brain to help us understand our environment and the world around us. Our bodies are amazing! Did you know that it is thought that we could have around 21 senses? These include proprioception (space perception), equilibrioception (balance) and thermoception (temperature). Animals use senses to help them navigate their habitats. The use of senses differ between species to suit the environment that they are in - some rely on some senses more than others or have unique senses like the ability to see infrared and electric fields (how cool is that!?) Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

ZET: ZooLab Environmental Time Machine KS 2, 3; Second Stage, Third Stage. Ages 8 - 14 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: ZooLab’s new climate workshop joins Z.E.T.; an environmental time machine that travels through time looking at climate data. Z.E.T. addresses topics such as fossil fuels, greenhouse gases, sea ice depletion, rainforest coverage and animal extinctions. Comparing data from different eras allows students to form a direct comparison between human behaviour and climate change. Learning Outcomes All children will understand that the climate crisis has been and is escalating. All children will have an idea of actions to help the environment. Most children will understand that there are links between the elements measured when looking at climate change. Some children will be able to explain some of these links. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop Why learn about the climate? Climate change is generally defined as a significant variation of average weather conditions such as conditions becoming warmer, wetter, or drier over several decades or more. It’s these longer-term trends that differentiates climate change from natural weather variability. This workshop provides a comprehensive look at the long-term changes in the earth’s atmosphere, oceans, land surfaces, and cryosphere (frozen water systems). Discover what caused these changes and what lessons can we learn from the past and apply to the future to help reverse the climate change process. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Oceans KS 1, 2. First, Second. Ages 5 - 11 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins OVERVIEW: The ocean is huge. It is vital to all life on Earth, both in the sea and on land. Our ride is here, so let’s climb aboard the submarine and dive right in! Guided by your ZooLab Ranger and virtual ocean resident, we uncover why the ocean is essential and how we can protect it. Pupils explore the sea zones where we investigate each ecosystem. We learn about its inhabitants and how they have adapted to survive. Learning Outcomes All children will understand that the ocean has layers, which affects which animals can live there. Most children will understand that we need to protect the ocean and suggest how. Some children will be able to explain how animals are adapted to living in their ocean layer. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop Why are oceans important? Oceans are a significant ecosystem, accounting for 2/3 of the Earth’s surface. Oceans help to regulate the climate by producing 70% of our oxygen, absorbing CO2 and regulating temperature. It provides food, resources and jobs, contributing to the global economy. But sadly, oceans are under threat from pollution. About 8 million tonnes of plastic enter our oceans every year, causing damage to marine life. Chemical pollution causes large blooms of harmful algae, which can be toxic to animals and people. Overfishing is another problem; huge commercial fishing trawlers patrol the waters with large nets sweeping through the sea, catching hundreds of thousands of fish and more endangered marine life like turtles and sharks. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Classification KS 2, 3; Second, Third, Fourth Stage. Ages 8 - 14 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: There are millions of living things in the world! Scientists put living things into groups to make it easier to study and learn more about them. During ZooLab’s ‘Classification’ workshop, we will explore different animals and learn how they are classed. This hands-on, animal-handling workshop experience brings pupils face to face with classification. It is all part of an experiential and interactive learning experience in which introduces ZooLab animals that include vertebrates and invertebrates. Pupils explore different classes of animal so they can uncover their differences and similarities themselves. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to define ‘classification’. All children will be able to name some of the different classifications of animals. Most children will be able to describe the characteristics of an animal that help to classify it. Some children will be able to identify which animals fit into which groups and why. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What is Classification? Classifying animals basically means dividing them into two main groups - vertebrates and invertebrates. Vertebrates have a backbone, while invertebrates are those which don't. In all, there are more than 800,000 animal species in the Kingdom Animalia and most of them are included in the phylum of Arthropod - i.e. invertebrates. Usually, people don't think of earthworms or jellyfish as animals, but actually they are, thereby making the animal kingdom classification extremely huge. Each living organism is classified into one of five Kingdoms. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

How Our Bodies Move KS 1, 2; First, Second Stage. Ages 5 - 11 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: This show explores the anatomy of the human body, giving children an understanding of the biomechanics that make movement possible. We discover how muscles give us facial expression, enable digestion and how the heart keeps us alive. We then compare and contrast bone structure and movement in other vertebrates and invertebrates. Learning Outcomes All children will understand that muscles and bones work together to move our bodies. Most children will be understand that some animals don’t have bones and move using muscles. Some children will be able to explain how muscles and bones work together to help animals move. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop What is biomechanics? Biomechanics is the study of bodily structure, function and mechanics! Bio means life and mechanics relates to how force equates to movement. Biomechanics examines force exerted by muscles and how it acts with our bones to produce motion. In essence, it examines how living things move. ​ What happens when an animal has no bones? Let’s take a snail for example. A snail’s foot is made up of strong muscles which operate in a wave motion pushing the snail forward. If you place the snail on a piece of glass, you can clearly see the wave motion of the snail’s muscles moving. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

African Explorer KS 1, First Stage. Ages 4 - 8 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: What better way to explore Africa than on a ZooLab safari! A ZooLab Ranger will take you on foot, jeep and kayak around Africa’s varied habitats. ​ On our travels you will learn about the fantastic large creatures found in Africa and meet some smaller creatures that call this continent home. ​ Learn about African habitats and animals, the equator, conserving the rhino and even how to say hello and goodbye in Swahili! Learning Outcomes All children will be able to name some African animals. Most children will be able to name places where the animals live (habitats). Some children will be able to explain the threat to some African animals (poaching). BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop Why learn through storytelling? Using storytelling as a mechanism in teaching involves structuring learning around a narrative. ​ It helps children (and adults) make sense of issues and topics by engaging them in a story, making facts easier to remember and participants more open to learning. ​ The benefits of learning through storytelling does not stop at increasing knowledge of the subject area - storytelling encourages creativity, expands vocabulary, increases attention span and helps to reinforce morals. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland CHECK OUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes MEET THE ANIMALS Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on MEET THE GANG! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! MEET THE RANGERS We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Caring For Living Things EYFS, KS1; Early Years, First Stage. Ages 3 - 7 ​ ​ DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: A very important rule for living things is that they need to stay alive (or else they wouldn’t be living things)! We look at how to look after animals, plants and the planet. ​ Exploring the diverse requirements of a range of ZooLab animals, we discover that often creatures need the same core things to survive; food, water, oxygen and protection/shelter. Using active learning techniques and building on prior knowledge this value driven show in teaches respect for all living things. Learning Outcomes All children will be able to name some things that animals need to survive (water, food, air). Most children will be able to name things to do to care for animals and explain why it is important. Some children will be able to explain the differences in caring for different animals. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop “Thank you, Ben, for your calm approach to our children. We had a fun and interesting afternoon, sharing our knowledge of animals and hearing new facts!” Leesland Church Of England Controlled Infant School What do pets require? We all love our pets but when it comes to their care there are a few extra things that we need to consider. We all have the responsibility to ensure that the mental and physical needs of animals in their care are up to scratch. Lets look at The Five Freedoms: Freedom from hunger and thirst. We need to ensure that our pets have a suitable diet, are fed properly and have access to clean drinking water. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including shelter and a comfortable resting area. Freedom from pain, injury or disease. We need to make sure that our pets go to the vets if they are sick or injured. Freedom to express normal behaviour by providing sufficient space, proper facilities and company of the animals’ own kind. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland Meet the gang! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! Meet the animals Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on Check out our workshops Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes Meet the Rangers We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?

Wriggle & Crawl EYFS, KS1. Early Years, First Stage. Ages 3 - 5 DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins ​ OVERVIEW: Wriggle and Crawl is a fun, exercise based workshop designed to get young children active! Hop like a frog and join the Millipede Conga! Children are encouraged to act out being specific animals while at the same time gaining knowledge of basic scientific principles - all while having fun! Learning Outcomes All children will observe the animals and how they move. Most children will imitate the actions of the animals. Some children will be able to explain how the different animals move. BOOK NOW You'll get to meet some of these animals: To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Free Printable Resources with every workshop “All staff who took part could not say any nicer words about Rob and his workshop than they did. They all thoroughly enjoyed it. The children wanted more.” Morpeth Stobhillgate First School Why learn through play? UNICEF states that “play is one of the most important ways in which young children gain essential knowledge and skills”. This is particularly important during the Early Years/ EYFS stage where play is one of the main ways children learn, particularly while with their peers. ​ The benefits of learning through play does not stop at increasing knowledge of the subject area - play encourages creativity, enhances fine motor skills, increases attention span, nurtures imagination and helps to make sense of the world. Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales Curriculum Outcomes Scotland Meet the gang! Our ZooLab characters are excited to meet you! Meet the animals Get in the know before getting up-close and hands-on Check out our workshops Our educational workshops hit curriculum outcomes Meet the Rangers We've got the best bunch! Which Ranger will visit you?