Teacher Reference Materials

Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monuments Educator's Guide

Grade Level:: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
Subject:: Literacy and Language Arts,Social Studies

This Educator's Guide is intended to provide assistance in preparing for a visit to Montezuma Castle, Montezuma Well and/or Tuzigoot. However, it can be used independently of field trips to the monuments. All activities meet State of Arizona standards.

It contains information on cultural and natural topics of the Verde Valley, classroom exercises, and suggested readings. It provides ideas on incorporating our monuments, resources, and the prehistoric Sinagua Culture into your classroom!

Download the complete educator's guide or download the guide by chapter:

1. Introduction and Contents
2. Cultural History
3. Cultural History Answer Key
4. Natural History Introduction
5. Geology
6. Bio Diversity
7. Riparian Habitats
8. Tavasci Marsh
9. Wetlands
10. Conservation of Resources
11. Plant Crossword Puzzle
12. Appendixes