Behind the Scenes at the Zoo

Synopsis:

Behind the Scenes at the Zoo looks at how zoos are created. Interviews with a zoo nutritionist and a zoo veterinarian provide behind-the-scenes glimpses of the work some people at zoos do.

Curriculum link:

Science: Biological sciences

Key Concepts:

When creating a zoo, experts consider things such as appropriate habitats, safety, and protection of animals Running a zoo requires experts such as nutritionists and vets. Zoos have many functions, including educating visitors and breeding endangered animals.

Reading Strategies:

Asking questions about the information

Extent:

32

Paired Title:

So Far from Home

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - Behind the Scenes at the Zoo / So Far from Home