A class of 4-year-olds had a behind-the-scenes tour of the Natural History Museum at the University of Nevada, Reno, recently; a news release on UNR.edu said.
"It's hands-on experiences like the ones we offer that really leave an impression, especially on children," Cynthia Scholl, the museum's education coordinator, said in the release. "I hope most of the kids today will remember how to tell the difference between a moth and a butterfly because they saw the difference themselves."
Groups of all ages can take advantage of these types of sessions by making a reservation, the release said. Visitors will get a hands-on, immersive experience of the natural world and the uniqueness of Northern Nevada.
"Everyone is always excited by the bugs and skulls, the live snakes, all the real plant and animal specimens they get to see, touch and feel," Scholl said.
The kids were from the Child and Family Research Center (CFRC), the university's on-site childcare program.
"We are so happy to be enjoying the Museum again," said lead teacher Lead teacher Kaitlin Cortes. "And I love that these kids will grow up being comfortable on a college campus and experiencing science in such an engaging and meaningful way. We're eager to continue our exploration of the museum and all the other resources we have access to as the youngest members of the Pack."
Tours of the museum can be scheduled on the university's website at unr.edu/natural-history.
