page_title: Idaho Museum of Natural History
section_title: Education
hierarchical_section_title: Idaho Museum of Natural History / Education
caption_attribution_description: English: we smile alike
context_page_description: The Idaho Museum of Natural History is the official state natural history museum of Idaho, located on the campus of Idaho State University in Pocatello. Founded in 1934, it has collections in anthropology, vertebrate paleontology, earth science, and the life sciences. Additionally, it contains an archive of documents and ethnographic photographs.
context_section_description: Educational programs developed by the Museum are intended to provide individuals with a rich learning experience. The educational opportunities the IMNH provides vary in age and target group to give every child an educational experience that is appropriate for their age and interest. Educational programs include:
  Forays into the Field: A week-long science experience specifically for Junior High and High School aged young women, which takes place every summer.
  Natural History Academy: A program that offers scientist of any age an exciting learning experience.
  Natural Science Inquiries Series: A scientific enrichment class specifically for children who are homeschooled.
  Pint-Sized Science Academy: A scientific enrichment class for children that provides investigative learning through hands on experiences.
  Science in Depth: A program designed for 6th through 8th grade students that is intended to investigate specific science disciplines in greater depth.
  Science Trek: An overnight program located within the museum for children from 3rd grade to 5th grade. Science Trek is geared to explore the frontiers of science with practicing scientist.
  Summer Science Snack: Is a week-long program that is offered for children who have completed 1st through 6th grade.
caption: The Natural History Academy is one of many programs offered to children
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