2007-2008 Online Teachers' Guide
Historical Program Selections

The following are the descriptions of the historical education programs offered by MOSH. Please read the descriptions carefully. For your convenience, we have included Sunshine State Standards (SSS) for Social Studies in each description. The programs described below are available to groups of 35 students or more. Please see the Small Groups page if your group is less than 35 students.

Native American Cultures (Grades K-6)

The Timucuas lived right here in Jacksonville many years ago! Learn how they used their environment to survive and how they made different tools. Students will discuss the similarities and differences between the Timucuan culture and our own culture today.

SSS:

• Social Studies - History - 1 & 2
• Geography - 1

Hats Off to Jacksonville (Grades 3-6)

Journey through time and follow the development of Jacksonville from a cow crossing known as Cowford to bustling tourist town and finally to the modern city it is today in this fun, interactive program. Afterward, tour through the Currents of Time exhibit to see Jacksonville's history for yourself.

SSS:

• Social Studies - History - 1 & 2
• Geography - 2

Flags Over Florida (Grades 3-6)

Come discover the triumphs and tragedies of settling Florida's First Coast. From Ponce de Leon to Statehood, students will explore how "La Floride" became the "Sunshine State" in an interactive adventure through Florida's history.

SSS:

• Social Studies - History - 4
• Geography - 1

In The Attic (Grades K-8)

MOSH is cleaning out the attic and you're invited to come along and see what we've found. Students will have hands-on experience with some of history's most practical and not-so-practical inventions. Exploring the evolution of technology will help students gain insight into the invention process as students learn fun facts about inventors, scientist and adventurers. Besides, how many of your students have seen a butter churn?

SSS:

• Social Studies - History - 1 & 2

African Folktales (Grades K-4)
Lift Every Voice (Grades 4-8)

African Folktales is a fun, interactive romp through the cultural folktales of Africa while Lift Every Voice is a Jeopardy-style game that challenges students' knowledge of local African-American history.

If you are interested in a program not listed, please call (904) 396-MOSH (6674), ext. 226... we may be able to help!