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Ohio Animal Adaptations

Teeth, Beaks, and Furs

All living things have the same basic needs, but each species has unique adaptations to help it survive.

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Ohio's Indigenous Peoples

Students will use real Museum artifacts and replicas to tell the stories of the four main eras of Indigenous people who once populated Ohio.

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One World, One Sky

Big Bird's Adventure

When the lights go down, the “stars” shine inside the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium.

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Reasons for the Seasons

Why Do We Have Seasons on Earth?

Find out the real reasons we have seasons! We’ll see seasonal changes in the skies from Cleveland, with additional views from other parts of the globe.

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Rocks & Minerals

Identification, Classification, and Rock Cycle Introduction

Are you losing your marbles when it comes to getting sedimentary students interested in the rocks beneath their feet?

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Science of Seeking Snacks

Analyze Your Snacking Behavior with Museum Mantis Research

Join this real-life investigation of how praying mantis hunting behavior gives us insights into our own eating habits.

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Sky Legends of the Ancient World

Journey back in time to hear the exotic star myths of the early civilizations of India, Egypt, China, and Mesopotamia.

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The Solar System

Immerse yourself in the Solar System and discover what makes it go round. We will talk about the formation of the Sun, planets, and moons.

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Starry, Starry Night

The Sun, Moon, and Sky for Little Ones

Explore the heavens with your students as we view the nighttime sky in the Shafran Planetarium.

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Stars from Beginning to End

How Stars Are Born, Live, and Die

Follow the cycle of a star’s life from its birth in a nebula to its final end. Discover red giants, white dwarfs, supernovae, and black holes.

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