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Activity
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Eruptions: Old Faithful Geyser

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
How long do we have to wait? Given several days of times between eruptions of Old Faithful, learners create a graphical representation for two days. Groups combine their data to determine an appropriate wait time between eruptions.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Old FaithFul Problem

For Students 9th
In this algebra worksheet, 9th graders calculate the time that lapses between eruption of old Faithful. They try to time when all three geysers will erupt if one erupts every 94 minutes and lasts from 1.5 - 5 minutes. There is an answer...
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Lesson Plan
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INFRARED OLD FAITHFUL

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students view video clips and still images of Old Faithful and review the main questions and curiosities regarding Old Faithful. They break into groups and take on the roles of explorers and have come upon this interesting geothermal...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Kamchatka: Just Gushing with Geysers!

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Learners explore geysers. They identify the parts of the geyser and how it works. Students create a working model of a geyser. They write a brief summary about their geyser.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Proper Nouns

For Students 3rd - 5th
Use this worksheet to help your class identify proper nouns. They circle the proper nouns in 16 sentences. Answer key is provided. 
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Wyoming Challenge

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this Wyoming worksheet, students answer multiple choice questions about Wyoming's history. Students answer 10 questions about Wyoming's history.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Wyoming Vocabulary

For Students 5th - 6th
In this vocabulary activity activity, learners read the 10 phrases about Wyoming. Students complete the statements with the words from the word bank.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Yellowstone

For Students 4th - Higher Ed
As a motivating reading experience, this passage on Yellowstone National Park should appeal to learners of all ages. This 10 question worksheet has both comprehension and vocabulary activities. It could be used for ESL with older...
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Website
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National Park Service: Old Faithful Visitor Education Center

For Students 3rd - 8th
Come on a virtual visit to Yellowstone National Park's Old Faithful geyser and other natural features.
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Handout
Curated OER

National Park Service: Yellowstone Webcams

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Many webcams are aimed at the geysers in Yellowstone National Park. Watch one in real time!
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Wyoming

For Students 3rd - 5th
Come and find out why so many people travel to see "Old Faithful." Do you know which state has the smallest population? Use this site to discover the unique characteristics of Wyoming.
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Article
Other

Yellowstone National Park: Geysers

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes what a hot spring is, where they form, why the water is hot, minerals in the water, crystal and color formation, and life forms such as bacteria in the water.
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Unit Plan
Geographypods

Geographypods: Where Is Yellowstone?

For Students 9th - 10th
Students will locate Yellowstone National Park and identify features and their hidden dangers. They will also learn about supervolcanoes and using the resources provided work with a partner to devise a FEMA Supervolcano management plan...
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Website
Other

Yellowstone National Park

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Enjoy this award-winning site from Yellowstone Park, the Crossroads of the West. Plan your trip with their free "99 Things To Do in Yellowstone." Be sure to watch the movie "Yellowstone Park" for great sites and music!
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Handout
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National Park Service: Yellowstone Scavenger Hunt

For Students 9th - 10th
In order to complete this internet hunt on Yellowstone, students must peruse through the park's website to find the answers to the questions. A very interesting hunt and one that students will be sure to enjoy!