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Interested in SAMO Fund’s pre-made classroom curriculum?
We make it simple and fun to learn about the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Support Our Mission.
We are delighted to provide these curriculum materials free of charge. However, as a fundraising organization, the Santa Monica Mountains Fund relies on donations to support our mission of preserving and protecting the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. If you find value in these materials, please consider making a donation to help us continue our important work. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Calling All Title 1 Schools - SAMO Fund can help you apply for Grants for an in-park field trip!
Applications are now being accepted from Title 1 Schools for the 2025 Kids To Parks Day School Grants Program, from the National Park Trust!
SAMO Fund can help you with the application and supplement overage expenses
Contact us for more information or, to find out more, click below
Interested in a Pollinator Garden at your school?
Pre-made Lesson Plans
Exploring Monarch Butterflies
Download a pre-made curriculum exploring Monarch Butterflies tailored into separate, age-appropriate lesson plans ready for you to use with your class.
Each grade level includes both English and Spanish language
Additional Resources HERE
SAMO Fund Coloring Book Companion
Download the companion curriculum meant to work alongside the SAMO Fund Coloring Book.
Be sure to order the coloring book on our Store page FREE of charge, just pay for shipping.
Educators: For more than 3 copies of the book, please request the amount HERE
Find the book in our STORE
Other ways to teach students about the Santa Monica Mountains
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Native Plant Nurseries
We offer free and low-cost native plant education to all of Southern California through workshops, classes and conferences.
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Open Outdoors for Everyone
Through our Open Outdoors for everyone program (formerly Every Kid Outdoors) students can experience their local National Park and learn all about Stwardship
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Interns and Education
We recruit and train as many interns, entry-level workers and volunteers as possible. They learn about California native plant botany, horticultural practices, and habitat restoration techniques.
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The curriculum materials provided by the Santa Monica Mountains Fund are intended for educational purposes only. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information contained within these materials, the Santa Monica Mountains Fund makes no guarantees, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the information.
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By using these materials, you agree to use them solely for non-commercial, educational purposes. You may reproduce and distribute the materials for educational purposes, provided that appropriate credit is given to the Santa Monica Mountains Fund.
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Reference to any specific commercial product, process, service, or company does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by the Santa Monica Mountains Fund. The views and opinions expressed in the curriculum materials do not necessarily state or reflect those of the Santa Monica Mountains Fund.
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The Santa Monica Mountains Fund shall not be liable for any errors or omissions in the materials nor for any loss, injury, or damage caused, either directly or indirectly, by the use or reliance on these materials. Users are encouraged to verify any information used from the materials.
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The Santa Monica Mountains Fund reserves the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, any part of the curriculum materials with or without notice.
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By using the curriculum materials provided by the Santa Monica Mountains Fund, you signify your acceptance of this disclaimer. If you do not agree to this disclaimer, please do not use the curriculum materials.