Secondary School

Learning Resources

Secondary school students in the galleries
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Level 1

Maritime Trade

Level 2

Faith & Belief

Level 3

Materials & Design

What's On for Secondary Schools

At ACM, we help students unpack the narratives behind objects through inquiry-based approaches and discussions. Curriculum-based programmes and other opportunities to discover Asian art are available for secondary level students.

BOOKMUSEUMS@SG

Introducing BookMuseums@SG, a one-stop e-service for teachers to browse our rich programmes offered by the museums and heritage institutions.

Visit BookMuseums@SG to book your school visits to the museums and heritage institutions today.
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BOOKMUSEUMS@SG
Introducing BookMuseums@SG, a one-stop e-service for teachers to browse our rich programmes offered by the museums and heritage institutions.

Visit BookMuseums@SG to book your school visits to the museums and heritage institutions today.

Guided Tours

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Cross-cultural Art

Discover connections between the diverse cultures of Asia, and how trade, interactions between people, and exchanges of ideas have influenced Asian art. These tours are led by our volunteer docents.

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax
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Cross-cultural Art
Discover connections between the diverse cultures of Asia, and how trade, interactions between people, and exchanges of ideas have influenced Asian art. These tours are led by our volunteer docents.

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax

Introduction to Ancestral Cultures

This tour puts a spotlight on the links between Singaporeans and their ancestral cultures. Through exploring highlights in the galleries, students will be able to see the relevance of objects from the past and learn about the stories behind them. 

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax
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Introduction to Ancestral Cultures
This tour puts a spotlight on the links between Singaporeans and their ancestral cultures. Through exploring highlights in the galleries, students will be able to see the relevance of objects from the past and learn about the stories behind them. 

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax
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ACM Highlights (Chinese)

Discover highlights from the ACM collection and learn about what makes them special in this tour, conducted in Mandarin.

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax
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ACM Highlights (Chinese)
Discover highlights from the ACM collection and learn about what makes them special in this tour, conducted in Mandarin.

Suitable for: 13 to 17 year olds
Day(s): Mondays to Fridays
Guided tour: Approx. 60 minutes
Participants per session: max 40 pax

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Our self-guided options allow teachers to use ACM’s curated resources, as well as their own resources, for object-based learning within the galleries.

ACM Wonders Activity Cards

Download activity cards that you can use with your students in the galleries. These cards for ages 13 and up encourage independent learning and research. Detailed information about each object is provided, and accompanying questions and activities promote higher-order thinking skills through art-making.

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ACM Wonders Activity Cards
Download activity cards that you can use with your students in the galleries. These cards for ages 13 and up encourage independent learning and research. Detailed information about each object is provided, and accompanying questions and activities promote higher-order thinking skills through art-making.

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VR Tour

Discover objects related to trade and connections in the Maritime Trade and Court and Company galleries through this VR resource. This resource was done in collaboration with the Academy of Singapore Teachers and is suitable for Secondary 1 students.


Historical Investigation

Explore the ACM with your Secondary 1 History students using this self-guided worksheet downloadable.


Upcoming talks and lectures at ACM Conversations

Participants listening to a talk

Quench your students’ thirst for knowledge – join our guest speakers as they delve deeply into Asian history and culture. Visit our Lectures and Seminars page to check out the upcoming talks. 

BE OUR COLLABORATOR TODAY!

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We collaborate with schools on various projects, including training students to guide their peers and the public, as well as designing their own museum-based activities. 

Should you be interested in a collaboration with us, please email our education team and your e-mail will be forwarded to the relevant manager in-charge.
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We collaborate with schools on various projects, including training students to guide their peers and the public, as well as designing their own museum-based activities. 

Should you be interested in a collaboration with us, please email our education team and your e-mail will be forwarded to the relevant manager in-charge.

FOR ENQUIRY

Please drop us an email at nhb_acm_edu@nhb.gov.sg 

For all school visits, please book via BookMuseums@SG website.

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