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Lesson Plans - 2nd Grade

The first U.S. zoo opened in Philadelphia in 1874.

Once your students have considered how zoos have changed over the past century, invite them to imagine the zoo of the future. How will animals be cared for? What will the zoo look like? Who will visit the zoo? What will be the primary mission of the zoo? In small groups, students can explore these questions and then design their own zoo of the future using drawings, posters, dioramas, or a similar display technique.

Animal Alphabet: Kindergarten Zoo

Create a “Kindergarten Zoo” to display in the hall, or turn into a class alphabet book!

“My Life As A Tree”

This lesson can be used for Kindergarten through fourth grade! This is a good way to introduce the students to three parts of a tree and how they function.

Look At Those Leaves!

Students will observe, measure, and sort tree leaves. Students will examine leaves individually, in groups, and in relationship to the entire tree.

Kirigami: The Ancient Art of Paper Cutting

Practice the ancient art of kirigami to create a stylized tree silhouette.