We have been members of the Los Angeles Zoo for the past year. This zoo is actually one of our favorites in all of California. We had just began our study into the desert habitat, when the opportunity came that they were holding a children's class "Delving Deserts" we signed up immediately. This was the first class that we have taken through the Children's Discovery Center and it made us want to take more. We have taken zoo education classes at a couple locations in northern california and were not impressed with the curriculum.
When we dropped Jaxon off at the Children's Discovery Center the classrooms were set up for all different ages, just as if he was attending a school. This alone topped anything I have seen in the past. When we entered the classroom each child had a cubby to place all of their belongings and was given a backpack fully equipped for their day of adventure at the zoo.
When I arrived to pick Jaxon up I was able to observe the class through the floor-to-ceiling windows that lined their classroom. Through-out the entire 15 minutes that I observed all the students sat quietly and gave the teacher their full attention. I was impressed how after half a day of class they were still totally engaged in the activities. The teachers were well organized and kept the class in order but still managed to get down to their level. Which we all know is not always an easy task.
Once we picked Jaxon up he could not stop talking about his behind the scenes adventures with the Rattlesnake. He was able to see a wide range of Reptiles and learn about how they adapt in the desert. He came out with a wealth of information on the desert and the animals that live there. We eagerly await more classes to come available .