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Educational Resources

Educational Resources The Museum produces a variety of printed materials to assist precollegiate educators and to enhance the general public's appreciation of Florida history. Items for classroom use, including pre-visit materials, typically provide background information and lesson ideas, developed with state curriculum guidelines (FCAT) in mind. Teachers also receive, and others may request, the annual "Guide to Programs," which presents an overview of activities offered at the Museum's two sites. Students and adults who are researching historical topics are welcome to contact the Museum to inquire about resources and possible handouts.

Downloads:

  • Museum of Florida History Scavenger Hunt (ages 5-12) Print your copy of the Museum of Florida History Scavenger Hunt, and enjoy a self-guided tour of museum. See if you can find everything!
  • Indian Village at Lake Okeechobee Learn about Hernando d'Escalente Fontaneda and the how the Indians around Lake Okeechobee lived when the Spanish arrived. This classroom activity can be adapted to fit your class.
  • Making an Astrolabe What is your latitude? Make a navigational instrument similar to those used by the Spanish. Figure out how far north or south you are on the Earth's surface from the Equator.
  • Survival Florida Need some extra FCAT practice? This activity focuses on Florida's Early People, the Timucuans, and Spanish Explorers. The activity promotes reading, writing, and math in accordance to Florida's Sunshine State Standards. (3-5th grade)

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Reserve the Museum of Florida History Traveling Trunk!

Educational Resources The Museum of Florida History is pleased to offer a teaching resource filled with prepared activities, books, films, and objects for teachers and students to explore. This traveling trunk is based on the popular Museum education program, My Symbols, My State, My Florida. Targeted to grades K-3, it is designed to meet Sunshine State Standards and be FCAT-friendly. The trunk explores the concept of symbolism through learning about representations of Florida. The trunk is available at no cost to teachers in the Tallahassee area. There is a charge to cover shipping to teachers and schools outside of the capital. For more details or to make a reservation, please e-mail or call the Museum Education Staff at (850) 245-6400.

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