African Explorer
KS 1, First Stage.
Ages 4 - 8
DURATION: 45 mins - 55 mins
OVERVIEW: What better way to explore Africa than on a ZooLab safari! A ZooLab Ranger will take you on foot, jeep and kayak around Africa’s varied habitats.
On our travels you will learn about the fantastic large creatures found in Africa and meet some smaller creatures that call this continent home.
Learn about African habitats and animals, the equator, conserving the rhino and even how to say hello and goodbye in Swahili!
Learning Outcomes
All children will be able to name some African animals.
Most children will be able to name places where the animals live (habitats).
Some children will be able to explain the threat to some African animals (poaching).
You'll get to meet some of these animals:
Coming Autumn 2025:
Free pre-lesson resources and teaching packs!
"The year 8's had an amazing experience and we will be booking in again for next year! Thank you so much!”
Oakbank School
Why learn through storytelling?
Using storytelling as a mechanism in teaching involves structuring learning around a narrative.
It helps children (and adults) make sense of issues and topics by engaging them in a story, making facts easier to remember and participants more open to learning.
The benefits of learning through storytelling does not stop at increasing knowledge of the subject area - storytelling encourages creativity, expands vocabulary, increases attention span and helps to reinforce morals.
Curriculum Outcomes England & Wales
Curriculum Outcomes Scotland
