Education Resource Center
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Coloring Sheets
Coloring Sheets of Museum of World Treasures exhibits, (Art Credit: Sydney Steele, 2017 & Amy Emerson, 2020)
Famous Abolitionists Coloring Sheet (PDF, 774 KB)
Ivan the T. rex Coloring Sheet (PDF, 755 KB)
Hall of Presidents Coloring Sheet (PDF, 714 KB)
Roman Coin Coloring Sheet (PDF, 843 KB)
Early Inventions Coloring Sheet (PDF, 958 KB)
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Fact Sheets
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44th Fighter Squadron
This is one of the original fact sheets. This fact sheet explains the history of the 44th Fighter Squadron and the men that were part of it.
44th Fighter Squadron (PDF, 184 KB)
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African Americans in US Military
African Americans have been involved in American military conflicts since the Revolutionary War. This fact sheet contains interesting information about how they have helped America.
African Americans in US Military (PDF, 115 KB)
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American Civil War
The Civil War killed more Americans than all other wars combined. More soldiers died of disease than in battle. Read this fact sheet for more interesting information about the American Civil War.
American Civil War Booklet (PDF, 3 MB)
Foyeto sobre la Guerra Civil (PDF, 3 MB)
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Balance of Power
Our founding fathers envisioned a nation in which a balance of powers would outweigh tyranny, which had afflicted the colonies for centuries.
Balance of Power (PDF, 7 MB)
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Boeing B-29 Superfortress
Boeing B-29's were used during WWII. 65% of these planes were built in Wichita, KS. Read these fact sheets to find out more.
Boeing B-29 Superfortress (PDF, 130 KB)
Fortaleza Volante Boeing B-29 (PDF, 168 KB)
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Casts and Fossils
When you visit the museum, you might wonder if the dinosaurs on display are real. The answer is yes and no. This fact sheet explains how museums display casts to complete missing fossils in a dinosaur.
Casts and Fossils (PDF, 110 KB)
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Dinosaurs
This cool color fact sheet tells you about the dinosaurs on display at the Museum of World Treasures.
Nuestros Dinosaurs (PDF, 1 MB)
Our Dinosaurs (PDF, 3 MB)
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Geologic Time Periods
Understanding geologic time can be confusing. This fact sheet explains what each term means and shows a visual of how geologic time is divided.
Geologic Time Periods (PDF, 243 KB)
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Gettysburg Campaign
This fact sheet explains the Gettysburg Campaign which is a series of battles that lead up to the Battle of Gettysburg and the battle after.
Gettysburg Campaign (PDF, 110 KB)
La Campana de Gettysburg (PDF, 112 KB)
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Greek and Roman Gods
These fact sheets are an English and Spanish version of the same sheet. They contain information about Greek/Roman gods.
Dioses Griegos y Romaos (PDF, 405 KB)
Greek & Roman Gods (PDF, 407 KB)
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Hindu Concepts
Hindu faith is more than just a religion. Read this fact sheet to better understand some of the Hindu concepts.
Hindu Concepts (PDF, 253 KB)
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Hoplite Panoply
Learn more about ancient Greek soldiers and their armor with this fact sheet.
Hoplite Panoply (PDF, 472 KB)
La Panoplia de un Hoplita (PDF, 473 KB)
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Interpreting the Documents
The Declaration of Independence states that all men have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, but equality for the Founding Fathers had a different meaning than the one we presently have.
Equality & Voting (PDF, 6 MB)
Freedom of Speech (PDF, 8 MB)
Separation of Church & State (PDF, 5 MB)
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Judgement at Nuremburg
The Nuremburg Trials were where Nazi war criminals were tried for their actions during WWII.
Judgement at Nuremburg (PDF, 110 KB)
Juicio de Nuremberg (PDF, 111 KB)
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Minstrel Shows
Minstrel shows are a part of our past. Learn more about their history in this fact sheet.
Exposicion de Juglar (PDF, 117 KB)
Minstrel Shows (PDF, 114 KB)
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Parts of 15th Century Armor
How did knights in the 15th century protect themselves? This fact booklet gives the names of the parts of plate armor and what each part protected.
Partes de una Armadura (PDF, 2 MB)
Parts of Plate Armor (PDF, 2 MB)
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Parts of a Medieval Sword
Swords have been used throughout time by many different cultures. Learn more about medieval swords and the function of each part in this fact booklet.
Partes de una Espada Medieval Foyeto (PDF, 772 KB)
Parts of a Medieval Sword (PDF, 815 KB)
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Revolutionary War Timeline
Timeline of major acts, battles, and events during the revolutionary war.
Revolutionary War Timeline (PDF, 5 MB)
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Russian Cossacks
This fact sheet explains how Russian Cossacks were involved in WWII.
Russian Cossacks (PDF, 123 KB)
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Tuskegee Airmen
The Tuskegee Airmen helped America during WWII. They are credited with over 700 military medals, decorations, and awards.
Tuskegee Airmen (PDF, 140 KB)
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USS Missouri
The USS Missouri was the last and the largest battleship completed by the United States for WWII. It is now permanently berthed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
USS Missouri - Spanish (PDF, 165 KB)
USS Missouri (PDF, 164 KB)
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44th Fighter Squadron
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Field Trip Resources
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Booking Your Trip
This guide will help you plan the best field trip possible. Call (316) 263-1311 to book. Cost information, available dates, and fun activities are available by phone.
MOWT_Field_Trip_FAQ.doc (DOC, 1 MB)
Museum Manners (PDF, 21 KB)
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Field Trip Curriculum
Need help tying our exhibits to Core Curriculum Standards? Here are the tools to do it!
The Common Core and American History Exhibits (PDF, 136 KB)
The Common Core & Ancient Civilization Exhibits (PDF, 125 KB)
What is a Museum? (PDF, 63 KB)
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Vocabulary Lists
American Civil War (PDF, 5 KB)
Ancient Egypt (PDF, 5 KB)
Ancient Greece (PDF, 6 KB)
Ancient Near East (PDF, 6 KB)
Ancient Rome (PDF, 4 KB)
Founding of America (PDF, 5 KB)
Geology (PDF, 5 KB)
President's Hall (PDF, 10 KB)
Romancing the West (PDF, 7 KB)
Treasures from the Grave: Pre-Hispanic Art (PDF, 7 KB)
World War I (PDF, 4 KB)
World War II: Sharing the Story (PDF, 6 KB)
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Booking Your Trip
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Lesson Plans
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Education Collection & Artifact Activity
During field trips, students often get to handle artifacts. Learn more about those artifacts and the activity here.
Education Collection & Artifact Activity (PDF, 7 KB)
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Egyptian Mummies
Our mummies are a mystery. We do not know who they are or where they came from. Sadly, as with many Egyptian mummies, they were taken from their tombs in the 19th century and when that happened their identities were lost. Find here information about the two female mummies on display.
Bakas Skull CT Scan: Note the Trepannation (PDF, 257 KB)
Bakas Skull CT Scan 2: Note the Trepannation (PDF, 266 KB)
Braided Haired Lady's CT Scan (PDF, 166 KB)
Braided Haired Lady's CT Scan 2 (PDF, 239 KB)
Dr. Bob Briers Observations about the Braided Hair Mummy (PDF, 7 KB)
Emory University's Study on the Braided Haired (PDF, 850 KB)
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Ivan the T-Rex
This fantastic fossil specimen is the highlight of our science exhibits. Here is more information about Ivan the T-Rex.
Ivans Bone Layout (JPG, 2 MB)
Ivans Distribution Map (JPG, 8 MB)
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Mayan Math
Use these worksheets to help your students understand Ancient Mayan Math! It ties in directly to our Pre-Hispanic exhibit.
Maya Numbers Worksheet (PDF, 2 MB)
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Education Collection & Artifact Activity
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Self-Guided Tour Hightlights
Please note that self-guided tours are only available for under 25 students. During the months of April and May, self-guided tours may not be available at all due to high attendance numbers.
Simple Self-Guided Tour Outline (PDF, 227 KB)
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Treasure Hunts
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Ancient Near East
This Ancient Near East treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Ancient Near East Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Ancient Near East Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Asia
This Asian treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Asia Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Asia Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Civil War
This Civil War treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Civil War Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Civil War Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Egypt
This Egyptian treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Egypt Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 5 KB)
Egypt Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 4 KB)
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Fossils
This fossil-themed treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Fossil Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Fossil Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Founding of America & President’s Hall
This Founding of America and President's Hall treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Founding of America & Presidents Hall Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Founding of America & Presidents Hall Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 4 KB)
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General Museum Scavenger Hunts
Scavenger Hunts are available for all ages, from Pre-K to adults! The Scavenger Hunts Hunts available here are also found in the Museum. If you require large numbers for a group, please let the Museum know before your trip.
PreK to 2nd Grade Photo Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 246 KB)
3rd to 5th Grade Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 18 KB)
6th Grade to Adult Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 71 KB)
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Greece & Rome
This Greece & Rome treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Greece & Rome Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Greece & Rome Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Pre-Hispanic
This Pre-Hispanic treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Pre-Hispanic Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 3 KB)
Pre-Hispanic Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Romancing the West
This Romancing the West treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
Romancing the West Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
Romancing the West Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 4 KB)
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World Wars
This World Wars treasure hunt is only online. If your school group would like to participate in this scavenger hunt, let the Museum know before your trip.
World Wars Scavenger Hunt Key (PDF, 4 KB)
World Wars Scavenger Hunt (PDF, 3 KB)
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Ancient Near East
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Word Search/ Crossword Puzzle
Print your own Museum of World Treasures word search with themes from featured exhibits, or try your hand at the world's first published crossword puzzle from 1913 (created by journalist Arthur Wynne)! Crossword puzzle source: https://www.crosswordtournament.com/more/wynne.html
Crossword puzzle solution: https://www.crosswordtournament.com/more/wynne2.html
Official_World_Treasures_WordSearch.pdf (PDF, 294 KB)
The_Worlds_First_Crossword.pdf (PDF, 31 KB)
Plan Your Visit!
Whether you have a few hours or an entire day to spare, we’d love to take a trip through time with you. From dinosaurs and Egyptian mummies, to World War artifacts and shrunken heads, our collection features amazing rarities from each era.
Learn more