FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- From petting snakes and meeting Olie the Owl, these third graders from Hirayama Elementary School had a hoot at the Big Fresno Fair.

"My favorite part about being at the fair is that we get to explore and learn new things," one 3rd grader said.

Thursday is the first of four education days with about 5,000 students showing up to each, ready to explore and take home new knowledge.

"Kids grade kindergarten through 8th grade can come to the fair for free and learn about agriculture, come see the water tree and come experience the fair!" said Taylor Collins, Big Fresno Fair Special Event and Program Coordinator.

Every student gets a map and a packet with several options...including touring the Fresno County Historical Museum or the livestock barn where students lea

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