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EDUC ATOR R E S OURC E GU I D E 2 0 2 1 –2 0 2 2
CONTENTS
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Discovery Starts Here Natural Areas
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Description of Resources Educator Resource Center
8 26
PreK–2nd Grade Resources Reservations & Scheduling
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3rd–5th Grade Resources Programs at a Glance
16 BACK COVER
6th–8th Grade Resources Sponsors
20
High School Resources
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DISCOVERY
STARTS HERE
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History invites
you and your students to explore science, nature,
and human health in one of the finest museums A NOTE TO
in the world. OUR TEACHERS
Our fun and engaging programs support As you may know, the Museum is
STEM learning and are unparalleled in academic undergoing an innovative physical
excellence. Our Museum educators hold science transformation to be completed in phases ACADEMIC CONTENT STANDARDS
degrees and work closely with Museum researchers over the next several years. A driving force The Cleveland Museum of Natural History offers
to develop programs reflecting the most current behind this bold vision is our goal of evolving a variety of programs and instruction that meet
and cutting-edge information in each field. Let our the way our educators and museum experience Ohio’s Academic Content Standards. Detailed
programs help inspire your students and ignite can bring learning to life for your students. information on specific grade-band themes and
a passion for science. content statements are listed below each program.
Due to the realities of building construction, some
Please see the following key:
Our programs can be adapted to serve students of our educational programs will be temporarily
of all grade levels and abilities. Students can unavailable during certain phases of our building SCIENCE STANDARDS:
participate in our programs at the Museum, project. However, should the need arise, our staff
through our outreach programs at your school, BIO = Biology
will work with you directly to offer alternative
or through live virtual programs. programs that best suit your needs in the interim. ESS = Earth and Space Science
Whether you teach science, health, social studies, We look forward to providing you and your
EVS = Environmental Science
or math, we have a STEM-education program that students with an unparalleled STEM-education
is right for your classroom. experience now and in the future. LS = Life Science
Visit CMNH.org/schoolrequest today to make
PS = Physical Science
a reservation for your next educational program,
or call to speak to a Museum staff member for HAP = Human Anatomy and Physiology
more information.
HEALTH STANDARDS:
HLTH = National Health Education Standards
COVID-19 UPDATE SOCIAL STUDIES (SS) STANDARDS:
ECON = Economics
Safety is the Museum’s number-one priority. We require all school staff, chaperones,
and students ages 2 and up to wear a mask while visiting the Museum or participating GEOG = Geography
in our Science-to-Go!™ programs. Some programs have been modified to limit contact GOVT = Government
among students.
HIST = History
We continue to offer our award-winning Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
and have expanded our offerings to better support teachers and students.
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DESCRIPTION OF
RESOURCES
AT THE MUSEUM MOBILE PLANETARIUM PROGRAMS SCIENCE-TO-GO!™ EDUCATOR RESOURCE CENTER
Guided programs are conducted primarily in the These programs have been suspended due • Experience the wonders of natural history in LENDING LIBRARY
Museum’s galleries with demonstration materials, to the COVID-19 pandemic. your classroom. The Educator Resource Center is dedicated
opportunities for critical observation of real objects, The mobile version of the Nathan and Fannye • See Museum specimens and real instruments to providing teachers with the classroom resources
and interaction with the Museum instructor. Shafran Planetarium features the same immersive while learning professional scientific methods. and professional development they need to create
experience at your institution! Updated educational dynamic and enriching inquiry-based experiences
Self-guided visits to the Museum are available • 60 minutes unless otherwise noted
programs offer an interactive, out-of-this-world that support STEAM for their students. With close
for groups of all ages. • Aligned to Ohio Academic Content Standards
learning experience. to 100 dioramas and more than 130 thematic
• Maximum of 30 students per class; larger class teaching kits, our Lending Library has the materials
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS • Maximum planetarium capacity is 30, including
size may result in an additional charge you need to make science come alive for your
• Available at the Museum or your school students and teachers.
students. Browse our collection of resources at
• Up to 300 students • All topics include views of the current night sky. VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS & cmnherc.myturn.com.
• 60 minutes unless otherwise noted • Necessary space requirement: 30ft x 25ft x 15ft LEARNING EXPERIENCES
ceilings, power outlets available Connect your students to Museum instruction
• Can be modified for classroom presentations
• 45 minutes needed for set-up/take-down before from your school or from their homes with
LIVE ANIMAL ASSEMBLY and after programming the Museum’s award-winning Virtual Field
• All programs are 45 minutes unless otherwise noted. Trips & Learning Experiences. These programs
• For grades K and up; designed to meet Ohio’s
are available to fit your schedule and curriculum
Learning Standards
needs, and have earned the Pinnacle Award
• Dynamic, informative, and entertaining programs from the Center for Interactive Learning and
featuring native Ohio animals from the Museum’s Collaboration. Your students can access our
Wildlife Resource Center programs through our secure Zoom account,
• The featured mammals, birds, and reptiles were dedicated video-conference systems, Google
injured or orphaned at some time during their wild Meet, or Webex connections.
existence. They are housed at the Museum as part
of our wild-animal education program in the
Wildlife Resource Center.
• Programs can be tailored to emphasize animal
senses, classification, camouflage, communication,
habitat, or food chains.
• Opportunities are offered for questions and
interaction with the presenter.
• 1-hour programs are available Thursday mornings,
September through May.
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STARRY, STARRY NIGHT: THE SUN,
MOON, AND SKY FOR LITTLE ONES
PreK–2nd GRADE RESOURCES LEVEL: PreK–2nd
PreK ESS – Daily and Seasonal Changes
K ESS – The Moon, Sun, and Stars
1 ESS – Sun, Energy, and Weather
2 PS – Changes in Motion
AT THE MUSEUM NEIGHBORHOOD WILDLIFE:
LIVE ANIMALS | LEVEL: K–12th OHIO ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS: TEETH, BEAKS,
HOOTS AND HOWLS: PERKINS WILDLIFE CENTER AND FURS | LEVEL: K–3rd
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
LEVEL: PreK–K 1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
PreK LS – Exploration of Living Things 2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats 1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things
PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry 2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
MOBILE PLANETARIUM EXPLORING DINOSAURS | LEVEL: 1st–4th
PREHISTORIC LIFE: OBSERVING DINOSAURS These programs have been suspended
1 ESS – Sun, Energy, and Weather
LEVEL: PreK–K 2 ESS – The Atmosphere
due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
PreK LS – Exploration of Living Things
STARRY, STARRY NIGHT: THE SUN, MOON,
PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things AND SKY FOR LITTLE ONES | LEVEL: PreK–2nd VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS &
PreK ESS – Daily and Seasonal Changes LEARNING EXPERIENCES
WHAT’S INSIDE STUFFEE? ANATOMY FOR K ESS – The Moon, Sun, and Stars
(AT YOUR SCHOOL OR FOR
1 ESS – Sun, Energy, and Weather
LITTLE ONES | LEVEL: PreK–2nd STUDENTS LEARNING FROM HOME)
2 PS – Changes in Motion
NOTE: Available beginning December 2021 HOOTS AND HOWLS: PERKINS WILDLIFE CENTER
PreK HLTH – 1.2.1, 7.2.1 THE ATMOSPHERE: OUR REMARKABLE LEVEL: PreK–K
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things ENVELOPE OF AIR | LEVEL: 2nd PreK LS – Exploration of Living Things
2 ESS – The Atmosphere PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry
SECRET LIVES OF DINOSAURS: K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
BE A PALEONTOLOGIST | LEVEL: K–2nd
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things SCIENCE-TO-GO!™ PREHISTORIC LIFE | LEVEL: PreK–K
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things (AT YOUR SCHOOL) PreK LS – Explorations of Living Things
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats
PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry
HEALTHY HABITS: HYGIENE, NUTRITION,
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
AND MORE! LEVEL: PreK–K
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS PreK LS – Explorations of Living Things WHAT’S INSIDE STUFFEE?
(AT THE MUSEUM OR AT YOUR SCHOOL) PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry BASIC ANATOMY FOR LITTLE ONES |
PreK–K HLTH – 1.2.1, 4.2.1, 7.2.1
OHIO BIRDS OF PREY | LEVEL: K–5th LEVEL: PreK–1st
PreK HLTH – 1.2.1, 7.2.1
NOTE: At your school only MUNCH, MOVE & MULTIPLY: WHAT IT MEANS
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things TO BE ALIVE | LEVEL: PreK–K
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things PreK LS – Explorations of Living Things STARRY, STARRY NIGHT: THE SUN,
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry MOON, AND SKY FOR LITTLE ONES
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
LEVEL: PreK–2nd
AMAZING AIR: SCIENCE THAT WILL
BLOW YOU AWAY | LEVEL: K–6th PreK ESS – Daily and Seasonal Changes
PREHISTORIC LIFE
K ESS – The Moon, Sun, and Stars
K PS – Properties of Everyday Objects and Materials LEVEL: PreK–K 1 ESS – Sun, Energy, and Weather
1 PS – Motion and Materials
PreK LS – Explorations of Living Things 2 PS – Changes in Motion
2 ESS – The Atmosphere
PreK Science Inquiry and Application – Inquiry
K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
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BALTO: A HISTORY OF HUMANS, HUSKIES, THE ATMOSPHERE: OUR REMARKABLE ENVELOPE LIFE SCIENCES
AND HEALTH IN ALASKA | LEVEL: K–12th OF AIR | LEVEL: 2nd All About Trees
Allosaurus Claw Molds Mini Kit
K GEOG – Spatial Thinking and Skills 2 ESS – The Atmosphere Animal Beaks and Teeth
K HIST – Historical Thinking and Skills Arachnids Mini Kit
K–2 HLTH – 1.2.3 Beak-ing Out! Bird Beaks Mini Kit
SCIENCE OF SEEKING SNACKS: ANALYZE YOUR
1 HIST – Historical Thinking and Skills Beaver Mini Kit
SNACKING BEHAVIOR WITH MUSEUM MANTIS Birds of Prey Mini Kit
2 HIST – Historical Thinking and Skills
RESEARCH | LEVEL: 2nd–7th Bumblebee Mini Kit
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats Butterflies and Moths
EXPLORING BIRDS | LEVEL: 1st–4th Butterflies and Moths Mini Kit
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things Cicadas Mini Kit
1–2 ELA – Reading Informational Text Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages
1–2 ELA – Speaking and Listening ERC THEMATIC Coral Reef Habitat
Creepy Crawly Creatures
1–2 Math – Operations and Algebraic Thinking TEACHING KITS Dinosaur Fossils
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats
Discover Dinosaurs
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES Dunkleosteus, the Great Bony Fish
EXPLORING DINOSAURS | LEVEL: 1st–4th All About the Earth, Sun, and Moon Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Mini Kit
All About Weather An Egg Is Quiet, A Nest Is Noisy Mini Kit
1 ESS – Sun, Energy, and Weather Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages Forest Ecology
1–2 ELA – Speaking and Listening Introduction to Inquiry: Earth Science Fossil Identification and Exploration
1–2 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten Rock and Mineral ID Mini Kit Skunk Mini Kit
2 ESS – The Atmosphere Sculpt a Lunar Surface Songbirds and Backyard Birds Mini Kit
Sizing Up the Sun, Moon, and Stars Squirrel Mini Kit
EXPLORING FOSSILS | LEVEL: 1st–4th Volcano Mini Kit White-tailed Deer Mini Kit
The Water Cycle Wetlands Habitat
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things
1–2 ELA – Speaking and Listening ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES PHYSICAL SCIENCES
1–2 Math – Measurement and Data Endangered Species Mini Kit Amazing Magnets!
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats Forces and Motion
HEALTH EDUCATION Introduction to Inquiry: Physical Science
EXPLORING MAMMALS | LEVEL: 1st–4th Body Basics 101 Science of Sound
Body Systems Models Mini Kit States of Matter
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things Nutrition: What to Eat
1–2 ELA – Reading Informational Text Sensing Our World: Hearing SOCIAL STUDIES
1–2 ELA – Speaking and Listening Sensing Our World: Sight African Cultures
1–2 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten Sensing Our World: Smell Native Americans Mini Kit
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats Sensing Our World: Taste Ohio Native Americans
Sensing Our World: Touch
EXPLORING OHIO’S NATIVE AMERICANS
LEVEL: 1st–4th
1 GEOG – Human Systems
1–2 Math – Measurement and Data
2 GEOG – Human Systems
EXPLORING REPTILES | LEVEL: 1st–4th
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things
1–2 ELA – Reading Informational Text
1–2 ELA – Speaking and Listening
1–2 Math – Measurement and Data
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: HOW NUTRITION
AFFECTS HEALTH | LEVEL: 1st–6th
1–2 HLTH – 1.2.1, 5.2.1, 6.2.1, 7.2.1
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REASONS FOR THE SEASONS: WHY DO WE
HAVE SEASONS ON EARTH? | LEVEL: 5th–7th
3rd–5th GRADE RESOURCES 5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS &
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END: (AT YOUR SCHOOL OR FOR
(AT THE MUSEUM OR AT YOUR SCHOOL) HOW STARS ARE BORN, LIVE, AND DIE! STUDENTS LEARNING FROM HOME)
LEVEL: 5th–12th
OHIO BIRDS OF PREY | LEVEL: K–5th BALTO: A HISTORY OF HUMANS, HUSKIES,
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System
AND HEALTH IN ALASKA | LEVEL: K–12th
NOTE: At your school only
3 GOVT – Civic Participation and Skills
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes TARGET MOON: FORMATION, PHASES,
3–5 HLTH – 1.5.3
4 LS – Earth’s Living History AND TIDES! | LEVEL: 5th–12th 4 ECON – Production and Consumption
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System 5 GEOG – Spatial Thinking and Skills
AMAZING AIR: SCIENCE THAT WILL BLOW EXPLORING BIRDS | LEVEL: 1st–4th
YOU AWAY | LEVEL: K–6th
SCIENCE-TO-GO!™ 3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
3 PS – Matter and Forms of Energy (AT YOUR SCHOOL) 3 Math – Operations and Algebraic Thinking
4 PS – Electricity, Heat, and Matter 3–4 ELA – Reading Informational Text
OHIO ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS: TEETH, 3–4 ELA – Speaking and Listening
NEIGHBORHOOD WILDLIFE: LIVE ANIMALS BEAKS, AND FURS | LEVEL: K–3rd 4 LS – Earth’s Living History
LEVEL: K–12th 3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes 4 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten
4 Math – Number and Operations – Fractions
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
4 LS – Earth’s Living History EXPLORING DINOSAURS
LEVEL: 1st–4th EXPLORING DINOSAURS | LEVEL: 1st–4th
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems
3 ESS – Earth’s Resources
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
GROWING UP & LIKING IT: PONDERING PUBERTY 3 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten
4 ESS – Earth’s Surface
3–4 ELA – Speaking and Listening
LEVEL: 5th–6th
4 ELA – Reading Informational Text
OHIO NATIVE AMERICANS: NATIVE
5 HLTH – 2.5.3, 7.5.1 4 ESS – Earth’s Surface
CULTURES THROUGH TIME | LEVEL: 3rd–5th 4 Math – Operations and Algebraic Thinking
3 GEOG – Places and Regions, Human Systems
MOBILE PLANETARIUM 3 HIST – Heritage EXPLORING FOSSILS | LEVEL: 1st–4th
4 HIST – Heritage
3 ELA – Speaking and Listening
These programs have been suspended 5 HIST – Early Civilizations
3 ESS – Earth’s Resources
due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 3 Math – Geometry
THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR 4 ELA – Language
LEVEL: 3rd–8th LEVEL: 3rd–8th 4 LS – Earth’s Living History
4 Math – Operations and Algebraic Thinking
3 PS – Matter and Forms of Energy 3 PS – Matter and Forms of Energy
4 ESS – Earth’s Surface 4 ESS – Earth’s Surface
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System EXPLORING MAMMALS | LEVEL: 1st–4th
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
TEETH TELLING TALES: FOSSILS UNCOVER 3–4 ELA – Reading Informational Text
NATIVE AMERICAN SKY STORIES: TALES OF
3–4 ELA – Speaking and Listening
THE EARTH, MOON, AND STARS | LEVEL: 4th–5th ANCIENT ECOSYSTEMS | LEVEL: 3rd–8th
3–4 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten
4 SS: HIST – Heritage 3 LS – Behavior and Growth Changes 4 LS – Earth’s Living History
5 SS: GEOG – Human Systems 4 LS – Earth’s Living History
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems
REASONS FOR THE SEASONS: EXPLORING OHIO’S NATIVE AMERICANS
WHY DO WE HAVE SEASONS ON EARTH? LEVEL: 1st–4th
BODYWORKS: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN
LEVEL: 5th–7th 3 GEOG – Human Systems
INTERNAL ANATOMY | LEVEL: 4th–6th
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System 3 HIST – Heritage
4–5 HLTH – 1.5.2 3–4 Math – Number and Operations in Base Ten
4 GEOG – Human Systems
4 HIST – Heritage
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EXPLORING REPTILES | LEVEL: 1st–4th NATIVE AMERICAN SKY STORIES: TALES OF HEALTH EDUCATION PHYSICAL SCIENCES
THE EARTH, MOON, AND STARS | LEVEL: 4th–5th Body Systems Models Mini Kit Amazing Magnets!
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
Crime Scene Investigation Crime Scene Investigations
3–4 Math – Measurement and Data 4 SS: HIST – Heritage: 3 Forces and Motion
3–4 ELA – Reading Informational Text 5 SS: GEOG – Human Systems: 8 It’s Electric
LIFE SCIENCES
3–4 ELA – Speaking and Listening Light, Color, and Optics
All About Trees
4 LS – Earth’s Living History Science of Sound
BODYWORKS: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN Allosaurus Claw Molds Mini Kit
Animal Beaks and Teeth Simple Machines
INTERNAL ANATOMY | LEVEL: 4th–6th
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: HOW NUTRITION Animal Furs Mini Kit States of Matter
4–5 HLTH – 1.5.2 Animal Life Cycles Mini Kit
AFFECTS HEALTH | LEVEL: 1st–6th
Animal Skulls and Furs SOCIAL STUDIES
3–5 HLTH – 1.5.1, 3.5.2, 5.5.1, 5.5.3, 5.5.5, 5.5.6, 6.5.2, 7.5.1 Animal Tracks African Cultures
GROWING UP & LIKING IT: PONDERING PUBERTY
Arachnids Mini Kit A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian
LEVEL: 5th–6th
SCIENCE OF SEEKING SNACKS: ANALYZE Beak-ing Out! Bird Beaks Mini Kit The Mayans
5 HLTH – 2.5.3, 7.5.1 Beaver Mini Kit Native Americans Mini Kit
YOUR SNACKING BEHAVIOR WITH MUSEUM
Birds of Prey Mini Kit Ohio Native Americans
MANTIS RESEARCH | LEVEL: 2nd–7th Bumblebee Mini Kit Resizing the Colosseum Mini Kit
REASONS FOR THE SEASONS: WHY DO WE HAVE
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes Butterflies and Moths
SEASONS ON EARTH? | LEVEL: 5th–7th Butterflies and Moths Mini Kit
4 LS – Earth’s Living History
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems 5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System Cicadas Mini Kit
Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages
Coral Reef Habitat
EXPLORING EARTH SCIENCE | LEVEL: 3rd–4th STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END: HOW STARS ARE Creepy Crawly Creatures
3 ESS – Earth’s Resources BORN, LIVE, AND DIE! | LEVEL: 5th–12th Dinosaur Fossils
Discover Dinosaurs
3–4 ELA – Speaking and Listening 5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System
Dunkleosteus, the Great Bony Fish
3–4 Math – Measurement and Data
Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Mini Kit
4 ESS – Earth’s Surface
TARGET MOON: FORMATION, PHASES, AND TIDES! An Egg Is Quiet, A Nest Is Noisy Mini Kit
LEVEL: 5th–12th Exploring Ecosystems
MATH IN SCIENCE | LEVEL: 3rd–4th Forest Ecology
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System Fossil Identification and Exploration
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes
Insects, Bugs, and Spiders Mini Kit
3 Math – Measurement and Data
Insects, Insects, Insects!
3 Math – Number and Operations — Fractions Little Brown Bat Mini Kit
3 Math – Operations and Algebraic Thinking ERC THEMATIC Lucy, Human, Chimpanzee
4 Math – Number and Operations — Fractions
TEACHING KITS (3rd–5th)
Muskrat Mini Kit
Make Your Own Trilobite Molds
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES Native Ohio Plants
ROCKS & MINERALS: IDENTIFICATION,
All About the Earth, Sun, and Moon Ocean Habitat
CLASSIFICATION, AND ROCK CYCLE Ocean Life Mini Kit
All About Weather
INTRODUCTION | LEVEL: 3rd–8th Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages Ohio Birds
Exploring the Solar System Ohio’s Fossil Record Mini Kit
3 ESS – Earth’s Resources
Mineral Identification Opossum Mini Kit
4 ESS – Earth’s Surface
Ohio’s Geologic History Owl Mini Kit
Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes, and Earthquakes Owls: Whooo Are They?
THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR Rock Identification Plant Life Cycles Mini Kit
LEVEL: 3rd–8th Sculpt a Lunar Surface Pterosaurs Mini Kit
Soil Studies Raccoon Mini Kit
3 PS – Matter and Forms of Energy Reptiles and Amphibians Mini Kit
Stories in Stone: Gems, Minerals, and Rocks
4 ESS – Earth’s Surface Shorebirds and Waterfowl Mini Kit
Studying Erosion
5 ESS – Cycles and Patterns in the Solar System Silk Moth Life Cycle Mini Kit
Volcano Mini Kit
The Water Cycle Skunk Mini Kit
TEETH TELLING TALES: FOSSILS UNCOVER Songbirds and Backyard Birds Mini Kit
Squirrel Mini Kit
ANCIENT ECOSYSTEMS | LEVEL: 3rd–8th ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Wetlands Habitat
Aquatic Invaders! Mini Kit
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes White-tailed Deer Mini Kit
Biomimicry
4 LS – Earth’s Living History Whole Lot of Hominids: Hominid Skull Collection
CVEEC Water-Quality Test Kit
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems
Discover-Explore-Connect: Engaging with the Environment
Using Historical Records
Endangered Species Mini Kit
Exploring the Great Lakes
A Look at Lake Erie
Stream Keepers
Weird Climate
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SCIENCE OF SEEKING SNACKS: ANALYZE
6th–8th GRADE RESOURCES YOUR SNACKING BEHAVIOR WITH MUSEUM
MANTIS RESEARCH | LEVEL: 2nd–7th
6 LS – Cellular to Multicellular
7 LS – Cycles of Matter and Flow of Energy
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS THE UNIVERSE: FROM THE BIG BANG TO THE
ROCKS & MINERALS: IDENTIFICATION,
(AT THE MUSEUM OR AT YOUR SCHOOL) SOLAR SYSTEM THROUGH TOMORROW
LEVEL: 8th–12th CLASSIFICATION, AND ROCK CYCLE
AMAZING AIR: SCIENCE THAT WILL BLOW YOU INTRODUCTION | LEVEL: 3rd–8th
AWAY | LEVEL: K–6th 8 PS – Forces and Motion
6 ESS – Rocks, Minerals, and Soil
6 PS – Matter and Motion 8 ESS – Physical Earth
NEIGHBORHOOD WILDLIFE: LIVE ANIMALS
SCIENCE-TO-GO!™ THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR
LEVEL: K–12th
(AT YOUR SCHOOL) LEVEL: 3rd–8th
THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR 6 ESS – Matter and Motion
GROWING UP & LIKING IT: PONDERING PUBERTY LEVEL: 3rd–8th 7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
LEVEL: 5th–6th 7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
8 PS – Forces and Motion
6 HLTH – 1.8.2, 2.8.3 8 PS – Forces and Motion
TEETH TELLING TALES: FOSSILS UNCOVER
TEETH TELLING TALES: FOSSILS UNCOVER ANCIENT ECOSYSTEMS | LEVEL: 3rd–8th
MOBILE PLANETARIUM ANCIENT ECOSYSTEMS | LEVEL: 3rd–8th 8 LS – Species and Reproduction
These programs have been suspended 8 LS – Species and Reproduction
BODYWORKS: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN
due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
BODYWORKS: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN INTERNAL ANATOMY | LEVEL: 4th–6th
THE SOLAR SYSTEM: A PLANETARY TOUR
INTERNAL ANATOMY | LEVEL: 4th–6th 6 HLTH – 1.8.1
LEVEL: 3rd–8th 6 LS – Cellular to Multicellular
6 HLTH – 1.8.1
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon 6 LS – Cellular to Multicellular
8 PS – Forces and Motion GROWING UP & LIKING IT:
PONDERING PUBERTY | LEVEL: 5th–6th
REASONS FOR THE SEASONS:
REASONS FOR THE SEASONS: WHY DO WE HAVE 6 HLTH – 1.8.2, 2.8.3
WHY DO WE HAVE SEASONS ON EARTH?
SEASONS ON EARTH? | LEVEL: 5th–7th
LEVEL: 5th–7th
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon REASONS FOR THE SEASONS: WHY DO WE
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
HAVE SEASONS ON EARTH? | LEVEL: 5th–7th
STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END: HOW STARS 6 ESS – Matter and Motion
ARE BORN, LIVE, AND DIE! | LEVEL: 5th–12th 7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
6 PS – Matter and Motion
VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS &
7 PS – Conservation of Mass and Energy LEARNING EXPERIENCES STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END:
8 PS – Forces and Motion (AT YOUR SCHOOL OR FOR HOW STARS ARE BORN, LIVE, AND DIE!
STUDENTS LEARNING FROM HOME) LEVEL: 5th–12th
TARGET MOON: FORMATION, PHASES, AND TIDES! 6 PS – Matter and Motion
LEVEL: 5th–12th BALTO: A HISTORY OF HUMANS, HUSKIES, 7 PS – Conservation of Mass and Energy
AND HEALTH IN ALASKA | LEVEL: K–12th 8 PS – Forces and Motion
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
8 ESS – Physical Earth 6–8 HLTH – 2.8.2, 2.8.6, 2.8.10
8 PS – Forces and Motion TARGET MOON:
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: HOW NUTRITION FORMATION, PHASES, AND TIDES!
SKY LEGENDS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD AFFECTS HEALTH | LEVEL: 1st–6th LEVEL: 5th–12th
LEVEL: 6th–7th 6 HLTH – 1.8.1, 3.8.2, 5.8.4, 5.8.6, 6.8.1 6 ESS – Matter and Motion
6 HIST – Historical Thinking and Skills: 1 8 PS – Forces and Motion
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon; SS – Historical
Thinking and Skills: 1
16 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 17
SKY LEGENDS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD ERC THEMATIC Animal Tracks
Arachnids Mini Kit
LEVEL: 6th–7th TEACHING KITS (6th–8th) Birds of Prey Mini Kit
6 HIST – Historical Thinking and Skills: 1 Bumblebee Mini Kit
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon; SS – Historical Cell Biology
All About the Earth, Sun, and Moon
Thinking and Skills: 1 Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages
Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages
Dinosaur Fossils
Exploring the Solar System
Dive Into the Gene Pool
HUMAN EVOLUTION: FOLLOWING LUCY’S Mineral Identification
Dunkleosteus, the Great Bony Fish
FOOTSTEPS | LEVEL: 6th–10th Ohio’s Geologic History
Exploring Ecosystems
Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes, and Earthquakes
6 LS – Cellular to Multicellular Forest Ecology
Rock Identification
8 LS – Species and Reproduction Fossil Identification and Exploration
Sculpt a Lunar Surface
Insects, Insects, Insects
Soil Studies
Lucy, Human, Chimpanzee
CLIMATE CHANGE: INVESTIGATING OUR IMPACT Stories in Stone: Gems, Minerals, and Rocks
Make Your Own Trilobite Molds
Studying Erosion
LEVEL: 6th–12th Native Ohio Plants
Volcano Mini Kit
The Water Cycle No Bones About It Mini Kit
7 ESS – Cycles and Patterns of the Earth and Moon
Ohio Birds
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Ohio’s Fossil Record Mini Kit
STRESS DOWN: EUSTRESS-ING ME OUT! Aquatic Invaders! Mini Kit Owls: Whooo Are They?
LEVEL: 6th–12th Biomimicry Whole Lot of Hominids: Hominid Skull Collection
CVEEC Water-Quality Test Kit
6–8 HLTH – 1.8.1, 1.8.2, 1.8.3, 1.8.5, 2.8.2, 2.8.7, 2.8.8, 2.8.9, 5.8.4, PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Discover-Explore-Connect: Engaging with the Environment
6.8.1, 6.8.3, 7.8.2 Crime Scene Investigations
Using Historical Records
Forces and Motion
Endangered Species Mini Kit It’s Electric
DRUGS 301: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY Exploring the Great Lakes Light, Color, and Optics
A Look at Lake Erie
LEVEL: 7th–12th Science of Sound
Stream Keepers Simple Machines
7–8 HLTH – 1.8.1, 1.8.8, 1.8.9, 2.8.3, 2.8.7, 2.8.9, 3.8.2, 3.8.4, Weird Climate States of Matter
5.8.1, 7.8.1
HEALTH EDUCATION SOCIAL STUDIES
Body Systems Models Mini Kit African Cultures
MACRONUTRIENTS: FACT, FICTION, AND FITNESS Crime Scene Investigation A Day in the Life of an Ancient Egyptian Mini Kit
LEVEL: 7th–12th The Mayans
LIFE SCIENCES
7 LS – Cycles of Matter and Flow of Energy All About Trees Native Americans Mini Kit
7–8 HLTH – 1.8.1, 1.8.8, 1.8.9, 2.8.2, 2.8.5, 2.8.6, 2.8.7, 2.8.10, 3.8.1, Allosaurus Claw Molds Mini Kit Ohio Native Americans
Animal Beaks and Teeth Resizing the Colosseum Mini Kit
6.8.1, 7.8.1
Animal Furs Mini Kit
Animal Skulls and Furs
IT’S NOT BLACK AND WHITE: HOW A MUSEUM
DEFINES “RACE” | LEVEL: 8th–12th
8 GEOG – Human Systems
8 HIST – Colonization to Independence
8 HIST – Civil War and Reconstruction
8 LS – Species and Reproduction
THE UNIVERSE: FROM THE BIG BANG TO
THE SOLAR SYSTEM THROUGH TOMORROW
LEVEL: 8th–12th
8 PS – Forces and Motion
18 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 6TH–8TH GRADE RESOURCES 19HIGH SCHOOL RESOURCES
ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS & IT’S NOT BLACK AND WHITE:
HOW A MUSEUM DEFINES “RACE”
(AT THE MUSEUM OR AT YOUR SCHOOL) LEARNING EXPERIENCES LEVEL: 7th–12th
NEIGHBORHOOD WILDLIFE: LIVE ANIMALS (AT YOUR SCHOOL OR FOR
9–12 BIO – Heredity
LEVEL: K–12th STUDENTS LEARNING FROM HOME)
9–12 BIO – Evolution
9–12 EVS – Earth’s Resources BALTO: A HISTORY OF HUMANS, HUSKIES, 9–12 SS – American History
AND HEALTH IN ALASKA | LEVEL: K–12th 9–12 SS – Contemporary World Issues
9–12 HLTH – 2.12.2, 2.12.6, 2.12.10
MOBILE PLANETARIUM MACRONUTRIENTS: FACT, FICTION,
STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END: AND FITNESS | LEVEL: 7th–12th
These programs have been suspended
due to the COVID-19 pandemic. HOW STARS ARE BORN, LIVE, AND DIE! 9–12 BIO – Cells
LEVEL: 5th–12th 9–12 HLTH – 1.12.1, 1.12.8, 1.12.9, 2.12.2, 2.12.5, 2.12.6, 2.12.7,
STARS FROM BEGINNING TO END: 3.12.1, 6.12.1
9–12 PS.U.2–3 – Galaxies and Stars
HOW STARS ARE BORN, LIVE, AND DIE!
9–12 PS.M.3 – Nuclear Reactions
LEVEL: 5th–12th THE UNIVERSE: FROM THE BIG BANG TO
9–12 PS – Energy and Waves
9–12 PS – Galaxies and Stars 9–12 PS – Study of Matter THE SOLAR SYSTEM THROUGH TOMORROW
9–12 PS – Nuclear Reactions 9–12 PS – The Universe LEVEL: 8th–12th
9–12 PS – The Universe
TARGET MOON: FORMATION, PHASES, AND TIDES! TARGET MOON: FORMATION, PHASES, AND TIDES! 9–12 PS.EW.3 – Doppler Shift
LEVEL: 5th–12th LEVEL: 5th–12th 9–12 PS.M.5 – Nuclear Reactions
9–12 PS – Forces 9–12 PS – Forces and Motion
THE UNIVERSE: FROM THE BIG BANG TO HUMAN EVOLUTION: FOLLOWING
THE SOLAR SYSTEM THROUGH TOMORROW LUCY’S FOOTSTEPS | LEVEL: 6th–10th
LEVEL: 8th–12th 9–12 BIO – Heredity
9–12 PS.EW.3 – Doppler Shift 9–12 BIO – Evolution
9–12 PS.M.5 – Nuclear Reactions
9–12 PS.U.1–3 – The Universe CLIMATE CHANGE—INVESTIGATING OUR IMPACT
LEVEL: 6th–12th
9–12 EVS – Earth Systems: Interconnected Spheres of Earth
SCIENCE-TO-GO!™
(AT YOUR SCHOOL) STRESS DOWN: EUSTRESS-ING ME OUT!
CREATE A PRODUCTIVE ECOSYSTEM LEVEL: 6th–12th
LEVEL: 9th–10th 9–12 HLTH – 1.12.1, 1.12.2, 2.12.2, 2.12.7, 2.12.8, 2.12.9, 6.12.1, 7.12.2
9–10 BIO – Diversity and Interdependence of Life
DRUGS 301: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY LEV-
ADVANCED BODYWORKS: HUMAN INTERNAL EL: 7th–12th
ANATOMY | LEVEL: 11th–12th 9–12 HLTH – 1.12.1, 1.12.8, 1.12.9, 2.12.3, 3.12.2, 3.12.4, 5.12.1
11–12 HAP – Transport
11–12 HAP – Integration and Coordination
11–12 HAP – Absorption and Excretion
11–12 HLTH – 1.12.1
20 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 21ERC THEMATIC
TEACHING KITS (9th–12th)
EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCES
Ohio’s Geologic History
Sculpt a Lunar Surface
Soil Studies
Stories in Stone: Gems, Minerals, and Rocks
Volcano Mini Kit
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Aquatic Invaders! Mini Kit
Biomimicry
CVEEC Water-Quality Test Kit
Discover-Explore-Connect: Engaging with the Environment
Using Historical Records
Exploring the Great Lakes
A Look at Lake Erie
Stream Keepers
Weird Climate
HEALTH EDUCATION
Body Systems Models Mini Kit
Crime Scene Investigation
LIFE SCIENCES
All About Trees
Allosaurus Claw Molds Mini Kit
Animal Beaks and Teeth
Animal Furs Mini Kit
Animal Skulls and Furs
Animal Tracks
Aquatic Invaders! Mini Kit
Biomimicry
Birds of Prey Mini Kit
Bumblebee Mini Kit
Cell Biology
Cleveland’s Landscape Over the Ages
Dive Into the Gene Pool
Dunkleosteus, the Great Bony Fish
Forest Ecology
Fossil Identification and Exploration
Lucy, Human, Chimpanzee
Make Your Own Trilobite Molds
Native Ohio Plants
No Bones About It Mini Kit
Ohio Birds
Whole Lot of Hominids: Hominid Skull Collection
PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Crime Scene Investigations
Simple Machines
SOCIAL STUDIES
African Cultures
The Mayans
Native Americans Mini Kit
Ohio Native Americans
Resizing the Colosseum Mini Kit
22 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 HIGH SCHOOL RESOURCES 23NATURAL AREAS EDUCATOR RESOURCE CENTER
The largest coastal wetland in Northeast Ohio, INVESTIGATING VERNAL POOLS | LEVEL: K–8th ENHANCING SCIENCE EDUCATION EDUCATOR PROFESSIONAL
Mentor Marsh is a designated State Nature K LS – Physical and Behavioral Traits of Living Things
FOR MORE THAN THREE DECADES DEVELOPMENT
Preserve co-owned by the Museum. Classes K–5 GEOG
meet at the Mentor Marsh Carol H. Sweet Nature For 35 years, the Educator Resource Center The ERC is available to provide professional
K–5 Math – Measurement and Data
Center, located at 5185 Corduroy Road in Mentor. has been providing teachers with the classroom development for your school or organization.
1 LS – Basic Needs of Living Things
resources and professional development they need E-mail inquiries to erc@cmnh.org.
2 LS – Interactions Within Habitats
Programs are aligned with Ohio Academic Content to create dynamic and enriching inquiry-based
3 LS – Behavior, Growth, and Changes To learn more about our Professional Development
Standards and can be tailored to meet the needs experiences that support STEAM for their students.
4 LS – Earth’s Living History Programs, visit CMNH.org/erc.
of your group (e.g., Scout merit badges, homeschool
5 LS – Interactions Within Ecosystems
groups, etc.). ERC MEMBERSHIPS ERC HOURS
6 LS – Cellular to Multicellular
Half-day group activities investigate the Marsh’s 7 LS – Cycles of Matter and Flow of Energy An Educator Resource Center membership During the School Year (Labor Day–Memorial Day)
wetlands and surrounding habitats and collect 8 LS – Species and Reproduction is your key to our unique Lending Library of
Wednesday: By appointment only (2–5pm)
field data. The experience includes both an indoor educational tools to make science come alive
program with hands-on activity stations and an in your classroom! Membership is required Thursday: By appointment only (2–5pm)
DEER AND WILDFLOWERS | LEVEL: 9th–12th
outdoor field exploration on our boardwalk in and a borrowing agreement must be signed Friday: By appointment only (2–5pm)
Spring surveys use quadrats to investigate the effects of deer
the Marsh. Participants will explore plant and to borrow any items. Visit CMNH.org/erc for
browsing on plant populations. The focus is on forest ecosystems, The ERC is now operating a curbside service.
animal adaptations to this watery world and use native and invasive plants, and using plant identification keys. a full list of Lending Library policies and
To schedule an appointment, please call or email.
macroinvertebrates as water-quality indicators. procedures. To browse our Lending Library
9–12 BIO – Evolution, Diversity, and Interdependence of Life
This place-based program makes connections collection, visit cmnherc.myturn.com. Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays,
9–12 EVS – Earth’s Resources
with the community and wetland-protection issues. and major holidays
Annual Membership Fees*
Summer
• Grades K–12 New Individual Membership: $45 Memorial Day–Labor Day: By appointment only
• Available April through October Renewing Individual Membership: $40
• Limit: 30 students per class CONTACT THE ERC
Individual Membership for teachers serving Phone: 216.231.2075
• One adult chaperone required for every 10 students
in Title I schools: $35
Email: erc@cmnh.org
Organization/School Membership: $175 Website: CMNH.org/erc
Special One-Time Borrow: $25
*Museum members save $5 on new memberships.
24 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 EDUCATOR RESOURCE CENTER 25FUNDING YOUR PROGRAM
& TRANSPORTATION LUNCH
RESERVATIONS & SCHEDULING Grant money may be available to cover program Due to construction, there is no place for students
costs for Title I schools on a first-come, first-served to eat in the Museum. Students can eat outside
basis. Find out if you qualify by going to at the picnic tables, first come, first served, weather
reportcard.education.ohio.gov. permitting, or on their bus.
SCHEDULING AND FEES Cuyahoga, Lorain, Medina, Summit, Geauga, and Lake Enter the name of your school in the search box, The Museum offers boxed lunches from our
Counties. $40 travel fee per day, and a minimum of click on your school, then click on School Details.
Please note that program offerings are subject on-site eatery, Exploration: A Zack Bruell Restaurant.
two programs scheduled on the same day. A bar graph will appear. Look for the bar labeled
to change as we comply with health and safety All healthy box lunches are just $6 per student.
regulations. Visit CMNH.org/schoolrequest to “Economic Disadvantage.” If your school is at 40% To arrange for student lunches, please contact the
Live Animal Assembly Programs: $400 for schools
schedule your program or e-mail eduinfo@cmnh.org. or higher, we can offer free programming. Zack Bruell Restaurant Group at 216.231.4600 x3372.
within Cuyahoga County, $450 for schools outside
Phone availability is limited: 216.231.8002. of Cuyahoga County Additionally, through generous support from
LUNCH OPTIONS INCLUDE:
donors, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Grant money may be available to cover program Natural Areas Programs: $125; schedule three or is able to offer limited school travel-reimbursement • 1/2 Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
costs for Title I schools. more classes and each additional class is $100. vouchers for Title I schools. Bus vouchers and • 1/2 Ham and Cheese Sandwich
Free programming and bus vouchers are grant funding are limited and available on a first-
first come, first served while grant funding lasts. COST FOR VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS come, first-served basis. Bus vouchers cover the
• 1/2 Turkey and Cheese Sandwich
& LEARNING EXPERIENCES cost of bussing up to $250 per bus. Additional • 1/2 Cheese Sandwich
COST FOR PROGRAMS cost must be covered by the school. • 1/2 Chicken Salad Sandwich
$150 for a single connection (single classroom from
AT THE MUSEUM school; maximum of 30 students) All transportation must be scheduled by the • Fresh Vegetable Salad with Ranch Dressing
school. To request grant money or transportation
Self-Guided Visits: $6 per student, preK–12.
$200 for multiple connections (single classroom vouchers, please complete the online program All lunches include pretzels, a cookie, and a choice
$7 per college student or additional adult.
from home devices; maximum of 30 students) request form at CMNH.org/schoolrequest, of white milk, chocolate milk, or a juice box. Please
Available Tuesday through Thursday.
or e-mail eduinfo@cmnh.org with questions. specify which salad or sandwich and which beverage
$60 minimum for preK–12 students and $30 overbooking fee for 31 or more students
Phone availability is limited: 216.231.8002. the student prefers.
$70 minimum for college students.
$300 for Assembly programs (multiple classrooms)
We also offer full-sized sandwich options for students
Guided Visits: $8 per student ($160 minimum fee
LOGISTICS AND LUNCHING in fifth grade and above for $12 per boxed lunch.
for fewer than 20 students) CONFIRMATION / CANCELLATION
CHAPERONES
Assembly Programs: $300 ($400 for Live Animal You will receive a confirmation one month before THE MUSEUM STORE
Assembly) your program. Please check for accuracy. To avoid We require one adult for every 10 students.
Teachers and chaperones are admitted without The Museum Store stocks natural history–related
a cancellation fee, all cancellations must be made
charge up to one adult for every 5 students. toys, games, books, and other gifts. Please note that
COST FOR PROGRAMS at least one full calendar week prior to the scheduled
Additional adults will be charged the same the number of students in the store at one time may
program. A cancellation fee will not be charged if
AT YOUR SCHOOL the class is cancelled due to weather. cost as the per-student fee unless otherwise be regulated.
Classroom Programs: $160 (20-student maximum noted. Museum memberships and other
for preK programs, 30-student maximum for K–12 discounts are not valid for instructed or self-
PAYMENT guided visits. For both At Your School programs
programs); for three or more programs scheduled
in one day, the cost is $130/program. Purchase orders are the preferred form of payment. and Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences,
Paying through use of a purchase order allows for a the teacher must remain with the students
Assembly Programs: $300 (60-minute program) faster check-in at the front desk. We also accept cash, during the presentation.
or $400 (2-hour “Growing Up & Liking It” program) checks, and credit card (Visa, MC, AmEx). Payment
for programs is required no later than 30 days after
Mobile Planetarium: $300/first program, $100/each ARRIVAL PROCEDURES
the program.
additional program on the same day. These programs Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for
have been suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. check-in. For morning programs, please do not plan
to arrive early to tour the Museum. If you arrive late,
For Schools Outside Cuyahoga County:
the length and content of the program may be
The Museum’s Science-to-Go! ™ programs serve
altered as needed to fit with the day’s schedule.
26 EDUCATOR RESOURCE GUIDE 2021–2022 RESERVATIONS & SCHEDULING 27PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE At the Museum Assembly Mobile Planetarium
Science-to-Go! Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
SUBJECT PROGRAM NAME PROGRAM TYPE PreK K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Life Science Hoots and Howls: Perkins Wildlife Center At the Museum
Life Science Prehistoric Life: Observing Dinosaurs At the Museum
Health What's Inside Stuffee? Anatomy for Little Ones At the Museum
Life Science Secret Lives of Dinosaurs: Be a Paleontologist At the Museum
Life Science Ohio Birds of Prey Assembly
Physical Science Amazing Air: Science That Will Blow You Away Assembly
Life Science Neighborhood Wildlife: Live Animals Assembly
Health Growing Up & Liking It: Pondering Puberty Assembly
Astronomy Starry, Starry Night: The Sun, Moon, and Sky for Little Ones Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy The Atmosphere: Our Remarkable Envelope of Air Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy A Tour of Our Solar System: The Sun, Planets, Moons, Asteroids, and Comets Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy Native American Star Stories: Tales of the Earth, Moon, and Stars Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy Reasons for the Seasons: Why Do We Have Seasons on Earth? Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy Target Moon: Formation, Phases, and Tides! Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy Stars from Beginning to End: How Stars Are Born, Live, and Die! Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy Sky Legends of the Ancient World Mobile Planetarium
Astronomy The Universe: From the Big Bang to the Solar System Through Tomorrow Mobile Planetarium
Life Science Prehistoric Life Science-to-Go!
Life Science Munch, Move & Multiply: What It Means to Be Alive Science-to-Go!
Life Science Healthy Habits: Hygiene, Nutrition, and More! Science-to-Go!
Life Science Ohio Animal Adaptations: Teeth, Beaks, and Furs Science-to-Go!
Life Science Exploring Dinosaurs Science-to-Go!
Social Studies Ohio Native Americans: Native Cultures Through Time Science-to-Go!
Life Science Teeth Telling Tales: Fossils Uncover Ancient Ecosystems Science-to-Go!
Health Bodyworks: Introduction to Human Internal Anatomy Science-to-Go!
Life Science Create a Productive Ecosystem Science-to-Go!
Health Advanced Bodyworks: Human Internal Anatomy Science-to-Go!
Life Science Prehistoric Life: Observing Dinosaurs Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health What's Inside Stuffee? Basic Anatomy for Little Ones Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy Starry, Starry Night: The Sun, Moon, and Sky for Little Ones Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Social Studies Balto: A History of Humans, Huskies, and Health in Alaska Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Exploring Birds Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Exploring Dinosaurs Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Exploring Fossils Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Exploring Mammals Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Social Studies Exploring Ohio’s Native Americans Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Exploring Reptiles Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health You Are What You Eat: Nutrition and Diet Virtual Field Trips & Learning ExperiencesPROGRAMS AT A GLANCE At the Museum Assembly Mobile Planetarium
Science-to-Go! Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
SUBJECT PROGRAM NAME PROGRAM TYPE PreK K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Astronomy The Atmosphere: Our Remarkable Envelope of Air Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Science of Seeking Snacks: Analyze Your Snacking Behavior with Museum Mantis Research Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Earth Science Exploring Earth Science Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Math Math in Science Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Earth Science Rocks & Minerals: Identification, Classification, and Rock Cycle Introduction Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy The Solar System: A Planetary Tour Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Teeth Telling Tales: Fossils Uncover Ancient Ecosystems Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Social Studies Native American Sky Stories: Tales of the Earth, Moon, and Stars Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health Bodyworks: Introduction to Human Internal Anatomy Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health Growing Up & Liking It: Pondering Puberty Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy Reasons for the Seasons: Why Do We Have Seasons on Earth? Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy Stars from Beginning to End: How Stars Are Born, Live, and Die! Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy Target Moon: Formation, Phases, and Tides! Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Life Science Human Evolution: Following Lucy's Footsteps Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Astronomy Sky Legends of the Ancient World Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Earth Science Climate Change: Investigating Our Impact Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health Stress Down: Eustress-ing Me Out! Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health Drugs 301: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Health Macronutrients: Fact, Fiction, and Fitness Virtual Field Trips & Learning Experiences
Social Studies It's Not Black and White: How a Museum Defines "Race" Virtual Field Trips & Learning ExperiencesTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! WE THANK THE FOLLOWING DONORS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT OF THE MUSEUM’S EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS: The Abington Foundation Eva L. and Joseph M. Bruening Foundation Community Foundation of Lorain County Dominion Foundation The Harry K. Fox and Emma R. Fox Charitable Foundation The Sam J. Frankino Foundation The GAR Foundation Joan R. Holmes Jochum-Moll Foundation Leonard Krieger Fund of the Cleveland Foundation The Bruce A. Loomis Endowment Fund Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Nordson Corporation Foundation Ohio Lottery Commission PNC Charitable Trusts Sisler McFawn Foundation State of Ohio Third Federal Foundation (AS OF MAY 1, 2021)
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