See attached Teacher's Guide for list of standards.
This field trip is a great introduction to fossils (paleontology), rocks (geology), and being stewards of public lands. During this program, students participate in a simulated paleontological field exercise uncovering replica fossils. They will map, measure, and identify fossilized remains of Late Triassic animals. Students will also take field notes and make hypotheses and conclusions about their discoveries.
Group size is limited to 25 students.
understand the role of the National Park Service in the preservation and protection of natural and cultural resources.
describe at least one thing they learned about Petrified Forest National Park and/or the National Park Service.
Programs are available between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
To request this program, please contact the education program coordinator at least three weeks before your visit.
School groups, including home schools, may apply for an educational fee waiver several weeks before a visit. Without an approved application, school groups will be considered a noncommercial group and charged entrance fees accordingly.
Each year Petrified Forest National Park offers funding to help schools cover transportation costs to the park for educational field trips. Travel grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. School groups unable to visit the park without financial assistance are encouraged to apply, however, any school group is eligible to apply and can send in an application at any time.
This teacher's guide contains background knowledge for your students, education standards associated with the field trip, and student assessment questions.