Lessons and Activities
These free lessons and activities can be added to a tour or done stand alone to meet a class’s needs and available time.
Visit with John Klintworth, curator of education, to create the lesson that best fits your curriculum goals by calling 785-309-5776 or emailing john.klintworth@salina.org.
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Butter Making:There’s nothing like the smell and look of real butter. Students churn butter using an early 1900s style Dazey churn. Best for grades K-4. (Also offered during Kansas Days.)
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Tool Hunt:
Students observe, find and evaluate to determine what a particular pioneer tool was used for. This sensory activity is best for grades 1-4.
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Pack Your Wagon:
This problem-solving activity (also offered during Kansas Days), challenges students to work together to pack for the long 1860s trip to Kansas. Best for grades 3-6.
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Buffalo:North American Bison, or buffalo, were rulers of the plains when pioneers first saw them. Learn about their size and ability, why they were hunted and how they were saved. Touch various parts. Adaptable for most grades.
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Scavenger Hunts:
Can be timed or untimed, done in groups or individually. These hunts teach students to interact with the Museum on a number of levels as they solve problems and challenge their language arts skills. Hunts change on a regular basis.
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New activities:
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, or if you have an idea, please contact the Curator of Education. New activities may be added throughout the year.
