ANIMAL ADVOCATES
skull to determine facts about the subject. Tickets are $40. If dinosaurs speak to your child’s love language, a membership to Sam Noble
Museum in Norman is a must. Explore 500 million
years of Oklahoma’s natural and cultural
history, from dinos to our state’s unique biodiversity
today. A family membership for two adults and all household children is
Memberships & events for families: If your child loves animals, OKC Zoo memberships are perfect for gifting, with an easy “Give as a Gift” option available online. Annual family memberships are $120 and include free admission for two adults and up to four kids. Get really wild by gifting an animal encounter at the zoo! Go behind the scenes in a small group setting to learn how caretakers care for each animal. Choose from getting up close and personal with grizzly bears, Galapagos tortoises, Indian rhinos, bison, sea lions or Asian elephants. Experiences are $40+ per person. For kids who love the science of how things work, gift a membership to SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology , where they can explore 450 skeletons from around the world. An annual family membership is $99 for up to four guests. For ages 16+, check out monthly Forensics Night events, where guests are assigned a mystery case and, through hands-on investigation, learn how forensics anthropologists and law enforcement “read” the features of a human
$45 for the year. Grandparent gift: If grandma has a pooch with poor manners, gift classes to K9 University . From puppy and obedience classes to behavior curbing lessons and the canine good citizen
program, this locally-owned business can help with basic to advanced needs. Bonus: grandparents and grandkids can practice obedience skills with the pup between classes.
Make a difference: Make a donation to a local shelter or nonprofit that cares for animals in honor of your child or grandparent gift recipient. Check out 2022 MetroFamily Family Favorites animal rescue organizations: Oklahoma Humane Society , Pets & People or Second Chance Animal Sanctuary . Freebie: Spend
some quality time together with a furry
friend by visiting a Metropolitan Library location hosting the Children Reading to Dogs program.
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