Gallery learning resources
Dinosaurs, volcanoes, precious gems and creepy crawlies, the Museum is home to one of the world’s finest collections of natural history specimens. It contains 70 million plants, animals, fossils, rocks and minerals, and many are on display in fascinating galleries.
You can explore these galleries on your own, but the best way is to use our self-led guides to help focus your visit. They provide a stimulating and inspiring way for students of all key stages to explore the Museum while supporting learning relevant to the National Curriculum.
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Explore and Discover primary series
These challenge based exciting activities, suitable for Key Stages 1 and 2, are linked to the QCA Schemes of Work and National Curriculum.
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Explore and Discover secondary series
Our Discovery Guides for Key Stages 3 and 4 are an enjoyable focus in the galleries. Keep an eye out for our new guides, available soon.
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Explore and Discover free downloadable activities
These four free activities, suitable for Key Stages 1-3, can be used in a variety of different galleries. Include pre-visit preparation and follow-up ideas.
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Activity bookings
All activities must be booked in advance.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5555
The Museum's smallest members of staff are our flesh-eating beetles, Dermestes maculates, who strip carcasses to the bone.