Object Kits
The Museum offers object kits and videos free of charge. Topic-specific object kits contain examples, information, and activities appropriate for grades three through twelve. With more than 100 video titles available, the Museum is pleased to support any learning experience.
            Loan kits are available for pickup at the Museum. Kits are loaned out for one week. Loan kits may be mailed to teachers outside the Jackson area. The teacher will be responsible for the postage to return the kit to the Museum. Most object kits contain information and activities appropriate for grades three to six. Object kits should be scheduled several weeks before they are needed. To schedule you next kit, email our Naturalist.

Subject areas include:
— Mammal Skulls: Tattletale Teeth
— Invertebrates: No Bones to Pick
— Fossils: Chapters in Stone
— Fur, Feathers, Shell, Scales, and Skins: Vertebrate Classification
— Black Bears
— Mussels: A Key to Freshwater Clams
— Sea Shell Kit
— Tracks and Trails of Mississippi Mammals
— Butterflies
— Birds
— Plants
— Dinosaurs
— Owl Pellet Kit

Videos
There are over 200 videos available for loan from the Museum. Videos must be requested at least two (2) weeks in advance. Videos are mailed to teachers outside the Jackson area and should be returned promptly after one week via mail or U.P.S. Teachers are responsible for return postage. Call or email the education Staff for more detailed information about videos.

Subject areas include:
— Animal Behavior
— Animals - General
— Birds
— Black Bears
— Earth Science / Physical Science
— Ecosystems and Food Webs
— Endangered Species / Biodiversity
— Fish / Fishing
— Fossils, Rocks and Minerals
— Habitats / Loss of Habitats
— Health
— Insects / Other Invertebrates
— Issues / Environmental
— Mammals
— Plants
— Reptiles and Amphibians
— Scientific Method
— Water / Water Conservation
— Where Land Meets the Water
— Miscellaneous

Kids Club
For Pre-K through high school students, Kids Club offer games, puzzles, and other fun activities related to the Museum’s permanent and special exhibits. You will also find ideas for age-appropriate science projects and experiments. more »
Dragonfly Shoppe
In addition to shirts, caps, jewelry, and toys, our gift shop offers a fine selection of books and educational aids to help students explore the natural world. more »
Invasive Species
Have aliens invaded your neighborhood? The answer is probably yes! Currently there are some 50,000 plant and animal species of foreign origin established in the United States. more »
Endangered Species Packet and List
An informative packet on Mississippi's endangered species, complete with photos and statistics is available by calling the Museum ($3) or as a free download here (document is 97 pages). Download list here. more »
Teachers Guide
The Museum provides a Teachers Guide to Museum features, services, and procedures for planning field trips and making use of learning materials available for loan.

Girl and Cub Scout Programs
The Museum can help your scout group earn badges naturally! Call and book your group today. Reservations required two weeks in advance. For more information, download the Girl Scout and Cub Scout flyer.