Lesson Plans and Information for Teachers
Please remember that all school groups must have a reservation. The park requires at least two weeks' notice to prepare for your visit. For any additional questions or special needs, please contact the visitor center directly.
Lesson Plans
We currently offer two lesson plans for 3rd through 5th-grade students. You can select and download them from the options provided below.
Higher Grades
For middle school, high school, and college-level students, please reach out to the visitor center. Our staff will be happy to offer suggestions to enhance your site visit.
Additional Materials
We encourage teachers to explore our website and utilize the various sections, including History and Culture and Natural Resources, to supplement their lessons. Additionally, we have created several education-focused pages that can be accessed through the links below the Curriculum section on this page. Feel free to share these resources with your students.
Helpful Resources on our Website
The following links are education-focused pages on our park website. You may share these links with student. Most content can be copied and pasted, as well.
The Importance of John Muir
John Muir Chronology
Muir Family Stats
Strentzel/Muir Home
Dr. John Strentzel
Martinez Timeline
Additional Languages
Martinez Abobe (Spanish)
The Importance of John Muir (Spanish)
The Importance of John Muir (Simple Chinese)
The Importance of John Muir (Traditional Chinese)