We teach the value of mining and the uses of the minerals, oil, and geothermal energy produced by exposing participants to the mining industry with hands-on activities and tours.

The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada has an activity book that can be used by elementary school students to reinforce energy conservation topics. It teaches kids how electricity is made and kid-friendly ways to conserve it (turn the lights off, unplug video games when not in use, etc.).

Discover Dairy provides a free year-long experience that allows classrooms to adopt a dairy calf as a virtual classroom mascot.

Valley of Fire State Park offers educational virtual visits from a Park Ranger to groups of all ages.

Healthy Kids, Healthy Schools is a comprehensive nutrition program based on the socio-ecological model incorporating nutrition education, promotion and policy, systems and environmental changes that support the implementation of school wellness policy.

Ash Meadows provides virtual activities and has more information about their site at this link.

View the 15-minute park film for the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort.

Experience flood safety through an interactive video presentation for elementary students. Additional resources, including teacher guides, activities and virtual reality for high schoolers, available.

Virtual School Tour: Sharing artwork from the Museum, Museum Educators will engage students in an inquiry-based conversation followed by a facilitated hands-on art project. Art projects can be completed with basic materials readily found in the classroom or at home. The School Tours program is an interdisciplinary STEAM based experience, aligned with the Nevada Academic Content Standards in Fine Art, Math and Science.

Our resource toolkit is packed with information about many aspects of dairy. The toolkit includes dairy nutrition, kid-friendly recipes, on the farm information, dairy food safety, all about milk, and fun activity sheets to expand learning. This resource is for educators and parents.

Access worksheets, primary sources, videos and more interactives for students K-12, spanning topics such as Las Vegas and Nevada history, American history and civics, law enforcement and forensic science.

Red Rock Canyon provides visitors a virtual way to enjoy hiking trails in the National Conservation Area.

Visit the Old Mormon Fort: Birthplace of Las Vegas, Nevada This links to a lesson that supports teaching with historic places.

An online collection of educational resources designed to support at-home learning for students and educators.

We teach the value of mining and the uses of the minerals, oil, and geothermal energy produced by exposing participants to the mining industry with hands-on activities and tours.

Educational Resources Library

Learners who can’t visit the museum in person are invited to join us for a virtual field trip.

Discover, experience, and connect to Nevada's diverse outdoor places AT HOME with free hands- on and educational resources.

Access Youth Horticulture Education video library.

Videos include virtual tours, discussions about flora and fauna, nature journaling, and more.

Educators, parents and kids looking for fun resources to learn more about Red Rock Canyon and the Mojave Desert

Video library about clean energy.

Virtual Field Trips are free of charge for CCSD or fee-based ($25) for private or home schools. Virtual Field Trips will be scheduled on Tuesdays, October through May. The virtual field trip experience is 30-45 minutes and includes pre-recorded content and live discussion that will take place in Google Classroom. Content was developed for grades 3-5, but all grades may participate. You may also use this form to request a link to a 15-minute video for your independent use (no fee).

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is the state agency offering wildlife and outdoor recreation education for families and educators. NDOW offers virtual activities, lessons, field trips, and other resources that can be used at home or in the classroom.

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The Neon Museum’s resources for educators include an online guide, unit and lesson plans, classroom activities, pre- and post-visit field trip activities, and more.

Resources for remote learning including games, lessons, activities, and videos related to Earth and space.

Virtual Museum

Visit the Las Vegas Natural History Museum’s website to find educational videos, activities, and lesson plans covering everything from the prehistoric world to modern day wildlife. Also check out the Museum’s Teaching Trunks, which are free sets of games, specimens, and activities!

Science Alive has developed K-12 activities, worksheets, videos, and more for educators and families looking to explore environmental science, including topics such as Nevada wildlife and science careers.