Weds. 10/21 Slime Science
Thurs. 10/22 Gross Science
Weds. 10/28 Glow Science
Thurs. 10/29 Elephant Toothpaste Pumpkin Science

Let's have silly messy fun!  

Students explore our state's diverse coastal, mountain and desert ecosystems to discover how native animals adapt and survive in their natural habitats. - Coming in November!   

Let your creativity run wild - Coming in December!

Drop-Off Option: Caregivers are welcome to drop off their child at the start of class and return at dismissal. Please ensure prompt pickup at the end of each session.

For students enrolled in back-to-back classes, full supervision is provided between sessions so they can remain on-site for the full duration.

Caregiver Stay Option: Caregivers who prefer to stay on-site during class are always welcome. I strive to accommodate each family's unique needs to ensure a comfortable and supportive environment for your student.

Classes are small group, limited to 3-12 students.
Zoo crews may be kept to the 6 kids/adult rule.

Location: Central San Diego Park
Address shared after signup for student privacy. 

 

Great news! Zoology Classes is officially co-sponsored by SDSU's Biodiversity Club. This partnership grants us future access to classroom facilities at San Diego State University.

You are welcome to enroll in whichever elementary class or group fits your family best! I'm happy to accommodate siblings across different age groups so that it's as convenient as possible for you. I am offering middle school classes in November.

Zoology

TK–2nd Grade - Built to Survive: Examining natural armor like turtle shells, claws and beetle carapaces, then designing simple protective tools inspired by animal bodies (e.g., 1-LS1-1).

 

3rd–5th Grade - Internal & External Structures: Comparing skulls, teeth and biofacts of herbivores, carnivores and omnivores to see how jaw design reveals an animal’s place in the food web (e.g., 4-LS1-1).
 

Marine Biology

TK–2nd Grade - Coastal & Deep Sea Life: Comparing tide pool creatures to open-ocean animals using urchin tests, shark teeth and kelp to see how ocean life adapts to different watery homes (e.g., 2-LS4-1).

 

3rd–5th Grade - Ocean Food Webs: Building interactive web models from tiny plankton to apex predators like sea otters and whales to explore how energy moves through marine ecosystems (e.g., 5-LS2-1).
 

Animal Math (TK–2nd Grade)

TK–2nd Grade - Track Counts & Animal Measurement: Using footprint stamps and track cards to count toes, measure stride lengths and solve real-world animal math stories (e.g., K.CC.B.4, 1.OA.A.1).
 

Animal Careers (3rd–5th Grade)

3rd–5th Grade - Habitat Design & Conservation: Stepping into the shoes of a zoo designer or field biologist to build scaled 3D enclosure models that balance animal care, shelter, and visitor safety (e.g., 3-5-ETS1-1).
 

Animal Detectives (1st–5th Grade)

1st–5th Grade - Field Clues & Nature Sleuthing: Inspecting animal clues like fur, shed skins, track molds, and chew marks on bark to piece together which creatures visited an ecosystem (e.g., 1-LS1-1, 4-ESS3-2).
 

Story, Senses & Play (TK–2nd Grade)

TK–2nd Grade - Sensory Adaptations & Storytelling: Pairing interactive nature stories with hands-on sensory stations where kids explore night vision, animal textures, and super hearing (e.g., K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-2).
 

Movement, Outdoor Games & Play (3rd–5th Grade)

3rd–5th Grade - Adaptation Games & Survival Mechanics: Playing outdoor active games that simulate predator-prey chases, camouflage tag and herd maneuvers to experience how animal traits help them survive (e.g., 3-LS4-2).
 

Zoo Crew: Observation, Photography & Art (TK–5th Grade)

TK–5th Grade - Field Naturalists & Scientific Illustration: Equipping kids with clipboards, viewfinders, and magnifying lenses to log animal behaviors and create detailed scientific sketches (e.g., 3-LS4-3, VA:Cr1.1). 

The activities listed are examples of how we bring state science standards to life. Exact activities may vary by session depending on weather, student curiosity or specific group interests.

Mondays: Oct 19, Oct 26, Nov 2, Nov 9, Nov 16, Nov 23
Wednesdays: Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 18, Nov 25
Thursdays: Oct 15, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Fridays: Oct 16, Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20

Single Drop-In $35
Good for 1 Class  
 

3-Class Flex Pack $90
Good for 3 Classes  
 

6-Class Flex Pack $170
Good for 6 Classes (Mix & match any topics)
 

10-Class Flex Pack $260
Good for 10 Classes (Mix & match any topics)
 

Flex Pass Policies

Please read our pass policies carefully before purchasing. By purchasing an "Any Class" Flex Pack, you agree to the following terms:
 

Ultimate Mix-and-Match Freedom: Your class credits can be used for any session on our calendar, including both our structured hands-on lessons, pop-up classes and our social groups.
 

Advance Reservations Required: Due to preparation needed, please message me to reserve your child's spot online at least 24 hours before the class starts.
 

Sibling & Family Sharing: Our 6-Class and 10-Class Flex Packs can be shared among siblings within the same immediate household. Single Drop-Ins and 3-Class Passes are restricted to one student only.
 

Cancellation & No-Show Policy: You may cancel or reschedule a reserved class up to 12 hours before the session starts without losing your credit. Cancellations made less than 12 hours before class, or no-shows, will result in that specific credit being forfeited.
 

Expiration Windows: To keep our rosters current, all Flex Packs have a firm usage window starting from the date of purchase:

3-Class Pass: Expires in 45 days

6-Class Pass: Expires in 90 days

10-Class Pass: Expires in 120 days
 

Pass Protection & Cancellations: Because Flex Packs grant ultimate scheduling freedom, extended expiration windows, and sibling sharing privileges, all Flex Pack purchases are final. If your plans change or a child is sick, your credits remain safely in your account to use on any future date before they expire!

(Note: Our consecutive, fixed-date 6-week full course enrollment ($150) remains fully refundable, prorated at $50 per class used).