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Seed Germination on Gelatin

For Teachers K - 6th
Students examine how seeds germinate in a culture.  In this germination lesson students germinate seeds in gelatin and observe the growth of the plant.
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Areology-The Study of Mars

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students examine core samples from Mars and discover what they can use it to tell the history of Mars.  In this core sample lesson students create and analyze their own core samples then eat them at the end.
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Polymer Chemistry: More than Just Plastic

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders examine polymers and how they are formed.  In this chemistry lesson students complete their own polymer experiment then discuss what they learned. 
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Investigating DNA

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a variety of activities designed to facilitate the understanding of DNA. Activities include preparing human chromosome spreads, separating a mixture of dyes using gel electrophoresis and extracting DNA from onion cells,
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Vessel Based On Art History Research

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars create a functional ceramic vessel inspired by the work of another artist from art history. A number of art history resources be provided as well as the Internet. They research outside of class for the written report.
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Fossils 2: Uncovering The Facts

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students recognize the kind of information that can be accumulated by studying dinosaur fossils, and explain that some fossil facts are made based on comparisons with living organisms. They are introduced to the concept of evolution.
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Owls: Top of a Food Chain

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to the idea that energy is passed from one organism to the next in a food chain.
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Plants 2: Plant Propagation

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students grow a plant by vegetative propagation and explain why it might be advantageous to do so.
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Ramps 1: Let it Roll!

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars explore ramps, and discuss why different ramps work better than others. They practice procedures for testing designs and record their results.
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Exploring the Solar System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students are introduced to earth's moon and the eight other planets in our solar system. Also, students explore the geology, composition, and orbits of other planets by planning a trip to another planet.
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Baseball Stats

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore data sets and statistics in baseball. They use baseball data available on the Internet to develop an understanding of different ways in which data can be analyzed. They access the Baseball Archive Website to do more...
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Expressive Self Portrait Montage

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students create self portraits similar to the Andy Warhol Marilyn Monroe portraits using digital images.
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Global Resources: What Will You Do with Your Power?

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Learners examine the human impact on natural resources. They read and discuss an article, evaluate nations regarding their environmental problem-solving, develop a presidential speech on the environment, and conduct a natural resources...
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Living in Hurricane Country

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine how hurricanes grow and their strength levels through an interactive program. They define terms associated with hurricanes and how the public is affected by the storms.
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Life in a Drop of Water

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine the structure, function, and characteristics of microscopic organisms that inhabit freshwater through collection of water samples and observation through microscopes.
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Spin Me a Story

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students examine the motif of spinning and weaving in myths and folktales. They read various myths, complete a WebQuest, develop a mind map of story elements, and write an original "spider" story.
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How Hazardous Substances Affect People

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students examine the health effects of hazardous waste on people. They work together to complete an experiment in which worms are exposed to chemicals. They discuss the results of the test.
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Organic and Inorganic Recycling

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine their role in polluting the environment and discuss the importance of recycling. In groups, they place earthworms into compost piles to observe why they are considered natural recyclers. They also practice sorting a...
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Solid Waste Takes Over

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students explore solid waste and its effects on the environment. They explain some of the major problems caused by waste disposal and the use of landfills. They suggest ways to reduce the amount of solid waste going into a landfill.
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Soil Acidity and Leaching

For Teachers K - 8th
Students are introduced to the concept of acids and bases and arouse curiosity about acids and bases in daily life. They are introduced to the measurement of soil pH. Pupils are introduced to the effect of soil pH on nutrient cycling...
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MAKE IT FLY

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students utilize the process of scientific inquiry and technological design to explain thrust, weight, lift and drag in flight. They design an "airplane" to test the "mechanics" of flight. In addition, they brainstorm and sketch a design...
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Horse Sculpture (or animal of choice)

For Teachers 6th - 9th
After a discussion on horse in art and a presentation on safety techniques using materials, students construct a horse sculpture (or other animal of their choice) from sticks and natural fibers.
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Handwashing and Sanitation

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students experience and visualize first hand the importance of proper hand washing through a hand washing experiment with different temperatures of water and with a different length of time to wash. They prevent food-borne illness and...
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Edible Algae

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students acquire an awareness and appreciation for the value of the organisms in the Protist Kingdom. They identify common Protists, name them and list some common products that contain marine algae.

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