Curriculum Materials

Through this activity, students will be able to understand the importance of coloration in the ways animals are adapted.

This activity will help students see the importance of sand in water filtration and understand how aquifers are recharged.

From supervolcanoes to endemic insects to archaic people, the 'greatness' of Great Sand Dunes amazes even the most seasoned visitors. Hands-on activities and short walks appropriate for all ages and abilities. Inquire at the Visitor Center (719-378-6395) about the availability of Dunes wheelchairs if appropriate.

Even unlikely places can be productive habitat! Bring your students to explore Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.

Students will learn about the reasoning methods of archaeologists and gain insight about a culture by making their own inferences about the people who occupied an archaeology site.

Students will understand that sand is made up of different minerals-one being magnetite, a compound containing iron.

Students will understand the difficulty nocturnal creatures have and the reasons they come out at night.

Students will learn how trophic levels differ and are similar among ecosystems.

Students will understand the complexities of nest building by attempting to design and build a nest themselves.

Students will learn how to be prepared, respect the natural ecology, and be safe on their trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.