Learn About Manny

Step into the world of Manny the Mastodon with an exciting collection of educational resources designed to bring the Pleistocene era to life for students from Kindergarten through 8th grade!

Parents and teachers can leverage a variety of hands-on activities, from character and science picture identification worksheets for younger learners to immersive website scavenger hunts that explore the scientific history at the Rutgers Geology Museum. These materials are specially crafted to optimize learning, helping children develop critical thinking, scientific vocabulary, and active recall while they discover the fascinating secrets of fossils, minerals, and the ancient world Manny called home.

Whether used in the classroom or for at-home enrichment, these activities provide a comprehensive, fun guide to understanding New Jersey’s geological past, while meeting key state curriculum standards.