IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE DINOSAURS
This educational program is tailored for 1st and 2nd grade pupils, offering an engaging and immersive experience that explores the fascinating world of dinosaurs.
A warm welcome to the Museum, introducing essential concepts about reptiles and what defines a dinosaur in the Explorers’ Room
Discovering Dinosaurs: Through dynamic movement games that encourage curiosity and exploration, young learners encounter eight captivating dinosaur species, including Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Ichthyosaurus, Pterosaur, Diplodocus, Ankylosaurus, Compsognathus, and Pteranodon. Museum educators lead discussions that delve into the dietary habits, physical characteristics, and unique adaptations of these prehistoric creatures. As students participate in a lively question-and-answer session, they sharpen their critical thinking skills by analyzing the educational materials presented throughout the program.
The second phase of the program transitions pupils to the Paleontological Department of the exhibition space, where they have the opportunity to observe a replica of a fossil that represents the modern relative of dinosaurs – the so-called Archaeopteryx.
The adventure continues on the upper floor, where pupils engage with a genuine skeletal fossil of the Ichthyosaurus and a replica of the Triceratops. To further captivate the pupils, the program incorporates tactile experiences. Museum educators encourage the group to carefully handle the replica skeleton of the Triceratops, activating their sense of touch and therefore curiosity regarding the reptile’s body morphology and size.
Brief Tour: A short but enriching tour through the Museum’s other exhibition areas
Each pupil will take home:
A maze connecting baby dinosaurs with their parents (on A4 paper)
A coloring sheet featuring three dinosaurs (Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, and Pterodactyl) (on A3 paper)
