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Education

Introduction to Zoos & Conservation


Age Suitability: Secondary 1 - 6

Location: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Lesson Duration: 50 minutes

Maximum Class Size: 180 (EZ), 33 (HWP)

 

Three tigers in a woodland

What to expect:

Our introduction to zoos and conservation is best suited for larger groups. We'll introduce the role of a modern zoo through an interactive, gamefied session. Discover how the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland works towards its three pledges (Conservation, Engagement and Community) through our gateway sites in Edinburgh and the Highlands.


Curriculum links:

  • BGE:
    SCN 4-13c
    SCN 2-20b
    SCN 3-20b
    SCN 4-20b

  • National 4/ 5 Biology:
    Biology: life on Earth
    Unit 1 Ecosystems

  • Higher Biology:
    Sustainability and interdependence

Learning for sustainability goals:

  • 11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • 12. Responsible Consumption and Production
  • 13. Climate Action
  • 14. Life below Water
  • 15. Life on land
  • 17. Partnership for the Goals