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Field Trip Resources

Below you will find a list of resources that will help you make the most of your field trip to The Discovery. If there is a resource you would find useful, but do not see it here, please e-mail fieldtrips@nvdm.org.

Above and Beyond Classroom Teacher’s GuideAbove and Beyond Classroom Teacher’s Guides

Make the most of a your students’ exploration of Above and Beyond with classroom activities for before and after your visit, along with guides for facilitating exploration of the exhibition. Above and Beyond will be on exhibit at The Discovery through January 17, 2027.

pdf_iconAbove and Beyond Educator Guide (Grades 3-5)

pdf_iconAbove and Beyond Educator Guide (Grades 6-8)

Pre- and post-field trip activities

Discovery Lab topic
They Shouted Push (Pre-K and Kindergarten)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Skyscraper Challenge (Kindergarten–2nd grade)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Zipline Rescue (Kindergarten–2nd grade)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Build a LEGO® Habitat (Kindergarten–2nd grade)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Shake it Up! (3rd-5th grades)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Tooth Sleuth (3rd-5th grades)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity
Survival of the Fittest (6th-8th grades)
Pre-visit Activity
Post-visit Activity

Resources for educators and students

pdf_iconField Trip Checklist
A handy list to make sure you and your students get the most from your visit to The Discovery.

pdf_iconField Trip Parent Letter
Use this pre-formatted letter to parents to notify them of their student’s upcoming field trip to The Discovery. (In English and Español)

pdf_iconNavigating The Discovery
The Discovery’s 67,000 square feet can be overwhelming for some field trip visitors. Use this map to help orient your students and chaperones in advance of their visit.