Chalk Talk

Titanoboa: Discovery of the world’s largest snake

It sounds more like the premise for a horror movie: a giant snake slithering through the jungles of South America. But in this case, it’s pure science. Scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute were part of the team that discovered the fossilized remains of Titanoboa, the world’s largest snake.
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Field Notes

Smithsonian Student Travel unveils a new On-Tour Activities guide for group leaders

To help make your next tour even more engaging and memorable for your students, Smithsonian Student Travel developed an On-Tour Activities guide. Staff member and project leader Elaine Lenore answers questions about the guide’s development and the educational philosophies behind the final product.
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Smithsonian News

A new view of Hope

In honor of the Hope Diamond’s 50-year anniversary at the Smithsonian Institution, the celebrated gem is currently on display at the National Museum of Natural History as a stand-alone stone without its traditional setting. And it won’t be long before museum visitors can view the deep-blue diamond in a temporary, more modern setting, which was selected by online voters.
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Trip Talk

Smithsonian Student Travel invites teachers to enter for a free Professional Development Tour to China

Gain insight into world cultures and expand your perspective on a free 10-day Professional Development Tour to China. Smithsonian Student Travel will award this amazing opportunity to teachers and administrators. Enter today for your chance to visit Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai, while learning about educational practices around the world.
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