These games prepare students for observation activities conducted in the gallery. Students will:
- practice looking carefully to observe details.
- become familiar with dioramas as a method for displaying naturalistic scenes.
© Adam Fagen
Before your students explore Tusher African Hall, prepare them with fun games to practice their observation skills. By observing details carefully, they will discover dioramas displaying naturalistic scenes and consider what it may be like to survive in each environment.
These games prepare students for observation activities conducted in the gallery. Students will:
Preparation
Browse the Guiding Questions and Focused Activities list, and print out copies of your favorites for chaperones to help lead with student groups.
Procedure
McDermott, Melora. (1985). Extending Connections: A Handbook of Touring Techniques. Oakland, California: Oakland Museum Docent Council.
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