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schoolprograms@nhm.org

(213) 763-3529

Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm

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Plan your route by using our Suggested Itineraries.

See our Lesson Plans and Activities for fun things to do in your classroom and during your trip!

Finally, jot down details about your visit on our printable Chaperone Guide

Age of Mammals Media

Go in depth with our researchers and the unique specimens from the 
Age of Mammals exhibit.
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Lesson Plans and Activities - Grade 6


Gem and Mineral Hall

Natural Beauty - In this interdisciplinary lesson set, practice geometric reasoning and artistic expression while gaining appreciation for the natural beauty of rocks and minerals.

Age of Mammals

Moving and Shaking Examine the effects of plate tectonics on the evolution of mammals.To watch the video associated with this lesson plan, click here!

Dinosaur Hall

Get a different take on dinosaurs with these 6th grade math and ELA activities.  Have your students try measuring one of the longest necks of all time!
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Click here for ELA PDF >