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Grand Canyon National Park
Curriculum Materials
 

Take your class on a field trip to Grand Canyon National Park! All programs are free of charge and address Arizona curriculum standards.

To learn more about these programs, or to download registration materials, click on "Plan a Field Trip".

 

 

Travel Grants

For schools with restricted travel budgets, we have a limited number of travel grants available. This offer applies to schools who are attending one of our education programs with at least 50% of their students on a free or reduced lunch program. 

To learn more or to contact our office, click on "Plan a Field Trip".

 
Teacher resources
Grand Canyon resources for teachers
Links to "For Teachers" page
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View and download lesson plans
View and download lesson plans
Links to our program lesson plans
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Ranger Minute
Ranger Minutes
Audio and video insights from the Grand Canyon Rangers
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SWITCHBACKS ON BRIGHT ANGEL TRAIL  

Did You Know?
Each year, thousands of hikers enter the Grand Canyon on the Bright Angel Trail. They follow a route established by prehistoric people for two key reasons: water and access. Water emerges from springs at Indian Garden, and a fault creates a break in the cliffs, providing access to the springs.

Last Updated: December 29, 2008 at 13:26 EST