Animals

John Abrams' Animal Magic. He is great and the animal show includes music, comedy, and magic. He is quite expensive ($250) and needs to be booked in cooperations with other branches because he lives in Orange County, but if you can afford it he is worth it. (Kirby @ Central)

Kruisin Kritters Animal Show This program was a success at RP. The animals were interesting, and the owner of the company really involved the audience. I think everyone learned a lot. (Leslie, RP)

Pacific Animal Productions Another great animal show. The audience was very involved, from wearing the millipedes as bracelets to holding tarantulas. (Leslie)

Wild Wonders Animal shows are a big draw, so any time you book one you'll get good results. Wild Wonders is an established group of very professional and very charismatic presenters who do a great job of showing and talking about their animals. They also have a great rapport with children and know how to instantly connect with them. You can go their website and see the different types of animal groupings they're currently offering, so you can pick and choose what kind of show you'd like. They're a bit pricey, but if your budget can allow for a little extra, I'd book them right away.
 * (I had an issue with them this year- I sent the request form and never heard back, until 2 days before the performance I had requested! Of course I had already booked someone else. I would be careful of using the online request form with them-Leslie)