Teacher Resources

Some of the following files are pdf files. Viewing them requires Adobe Acrobat Reader, which can be downloaded free of charge. If you have any trouble downloading the files, please email education@desertmuseum.org or call 520-883-3021.

  1. General Sonoran Desert Information
  2. Desert Museum Research
  3. Sonoran Desert Information for Kids
  4. ASDM Press - Books for Kids
  5. Digital Library - Student Research and Interactives

Self-Guided Visit Preparation Video

Help your students prepare for their field trip by showing them this short video, which explains what they will see and learn at the Museum, what the Museum environment will be like and how to behave to get the most out of their visit. Please share this link with your chaperones as well.

Teacher Information Packets for Self-Guided Visits

These contain background information on the Sonoran Desert as well as preparatory materials & activities to use with your class. These materials are designed to use with class field trips. All activities correspond to Arizona Academic Science Standards.

Explorer's Guides

Designed to be used by students during their visit to the Desert Museum.

Teacher Packets for Programs

Sample pre and post program materials

Need something else? Contact education@desertmuseum.org.

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