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Celebrate National Parks Week

April welcomes the return of National Parks Week (April 19–27), a perfect opportunity to explore America's natural treasures. Entrance fees to national parks are waived on April 19, 2025, to kick off this yearly celebration. If you can't go in person, we have you covered! Enjoy virtual tours of iconic landscapes and engaging web resources that invite students and educators alike to discover the rich history, stunning ecosystems, and conservation efforts that make our national parks true national treasures.

Grades K-12

25 Best Parks in the United States

Do you have a favorite US national park? Check out this resource to see if it made the list! You’ll find details about each park, tips for visiting, and an interactive map.

Grades 5-12

National Park Service

This website provides comprehensive information on planning a park visit, exploring nature, and getting involved as a volunteer. Choose from a variety of lesson plans sortable by subject, grade level, and Common Core Standard.

Grades 4-12

The Hidden Worlds of the National Parks

Take your students on a remarkable journey in these 360-degree videos. Guides take viewers into the most exciting yet largely unknown places in six different parks. Choose a park to begin your journey, view a short introduction, and then explore!

Grades 6-12

Geological Tour

This online tour explores the many different geological features present in our national parks. Choose from various categories to find links to parks with that geologic theme. Some entries also include a short description.

Grades 3-8

Junior Rangers Online

Join the National Park Service and become a virtual Junior Ranger! Don your ranger hat, go for a virtual tour, and watch videos. Explore online interactives that include visits to the Everglades and the Aztec Ruins National Monument in New Mexico.

Grades 4-12

The National Parks: America's Best Idea

PBS's "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" showcases Ken Burns' acclaimed documentary series through captivating video clips, interactive timelines, and educational resources that celebrate their history, natural wonders, and enduring legacy.

Grades 4-12

We Shall Overcome - Historic Places of the Civil Rights Movement

View this immersive journey through significant locations that shaped America's struggle for equality. Discover interactive maps, historical narratives, national parks, and classroom resources that illuminate this pivotal chapter in our nation's history.

Grades K-12

Virtual Yosemite

Virtual Yosemite offers interactive visits to dozens of locations around the park through 360-degree views. Click on the regions to view a pop-up description of the featured area or to move to a new location.

Grades 5-12

Flight 93 National Memorial

The Flight 93 National Memorial serves as the final resting place for the passengers and crew who stopped a terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. The National Park Service provides visitor information and detailed information on this memorial.

Grades 5-12

Independence National Historic Park

Independence National Historic Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania encompasses Independence Hall and the surrounding area. Visitors can tour the building, visit the Liberty Bell, and learn about the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

This Week at TeachersFirst

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