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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Drawing Circles Around Ants

For Students 3rd - 5th
Do ants sometimes ruin your picnic? There are some chemical ant repellents you can spray to keep them away, but who wants to spray poison all over their food? In this experiment you can investigate some less toxic solutions that may be...
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Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Testing Ant Repellents

For Students 9th - 10th
Has your house ever suffered an ant invasion? This project is an interesting way to investigate what substances are effective as ant repellents. The goal is to find substances that keep ants away, yet are safe for humans and the...
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Entomology: Insect Repellent

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on insect repellents and how to use them safely. Includes links to additional resources. (Published: July 18, 2012)
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Lesson Plan
University of Wisconsin

The Why Files: Mosquito Bytes

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Why Files have provided an informative site regarding mosquitos. Included in this resource is information pertaining to reproduction, life cycle, disease caused, and repellent advice.
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Handout
Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Encephalitis

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides a great look at the acute inflammation of the brain caused by a viral infection known as encephalitis. Sections in the article include: signs and symptoms, causes, screening, treatment,...