• Preparation Activities
Three techniques that will help students get ready for their BIG History experience at the Michigan Historical Museum.

• At-the-Museum Activities
Three ways to learn in the unique setting of a museum.

• The BIG History Lesson Scheduling Form
BHL teachers, complete this form to advise parents, school administrators and museum staff of the schedule for your BHL week at the Michigan Historical Museum.

• Dimondale Elementary School, Dimondale
Third grade - Jill Tribell, teacher

• Edgewood Elementary School, Okemos
Fourth grade - Tena Sinila, teacher

• Gunnisonville Elementary School, Lansing
Fifth grade - Angela Sides, teacher

• Laingsburg Elementary School, Laingsburg
Fifth grade - Carol Trojanowsk, teacher

• Maplewood Elementary School, Lansing
Third grade - Wayne May and Steve Marek, teachers

• Ralya Elementary School, Haslett
Fourth grade - Sharon Adams, teacher

• Sycamore Elementary School, Holt
Fourth grade - Joe Cleary, teacher

• Educator Discount at the Museum Stores 
Teachers can receive a discount on educational materials purchased from any of the Michigan Historical Museum Stores. For information about the Museum Stores, visit www.michigan.gov/museumstore.

• Michigan Historical Museum Gallery Map 
Print this handy map and bring it with you on your visit to the Michigan Historical Museum.

• Your First Day at the Museum
What are the students' concerns, and how can you help make the first day of the BIG History Lesson a success for all?

• A Museum-Goer's Bibliography
Books for teachers, group leaders and kids about museums and visiting them.

• First Archaeology, First History Book Suggestions
Books that will introduce the concept of history to the youngest museum visitor.