Plants and Animals of JT- K-12 (accommodations made within the program for different levels upon teacher request) 30 minutes
Program provides an introduction to the NPS and Joshua Tree National Park specifically, highlighting some plant and animal desert adaptations while showing plants in their natural habitat and using animal props.
Draw JT- 2nd-6th (accommodations made to drawing depending on grade level and time) 45 minutes
Ranger leads a drawing activity of the Mojave desert while focusing on plant and animal adaptations. This is a great follow-up to Plants and Animals of JT. Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.
Geology of JT- Rocks and Minerals- 2nd-5th (accommodations made within program depending on grade level and time) 30 minutes
Ranger leads an exploration of the rocks and minerals of Joshua Tree National Park. Students will complete a journal page along with the ranger as they take a close look at the composition of rocks. Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.
Geology of JT- Weathering and Erosion- 2nd-5th (accommodations made within program depending on grade level and time) 30 minutes
Ranger leads an overview of desert landforms and an exploration of erosion- how does natural material move in a desert and what are the results of rain, wind, and plant growth on the rocks and landforms of Joshua Tree National Park? Students will need to gather some common materials from their home in preparation for the program.
Teachers interested in virtual field trips focusing on desert Native American cultures are encouraged to contact our tribal partners:
Kate Anderson
Director of Public Relations, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
kanderson@aguacaliente-nsn.gov 760-699-6925
Sarah Bliss
Cultural Resources Manager, Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians
sbliss@29palmsbomi-nsn.gov 760-863-2489
