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Worksheet
Curated OER

Protecting Your Eyes

For Students K - 2nd
In this eye protection instructional activity, students discover how to protect their eyes as they read guidelines and then respond to 3 questions regarding the information.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Tanning Teens

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students identify the government's role in dealing with health issues among teenagers. They list the major concerns that health officials would have regarding teens and tanning. Students explore the potential role of government in...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Wonderful World of Waves (Wave Basics)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students define amplitude, wavelength, frequency, and period, calculate period given frequency, and calculate frequency given period, define crest and trough and locate both on diagram of wave, differentiate between latitudinal and...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pollution - What is It Doing to Us?

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Young scholars recognize some forms of pollution. In this science lesson plan, students recognize and understand some of the devastating effects of the acid rains and other possible factors that are contrary to the pH balance of nature.
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Article
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Kids Health: Sun Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn why the Sun keeps us healthy, and also, learn how the Sun can harm our skin, eyes, and immune system. Read about the dangers associated with the Sun's ultraviolet rays, and read tips to help you stay safe when outside in the summer...
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Article
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Kids Health: Tanning

For Students 9th - 10th
Most people, especially young adults, think they look better with a tan. But excessive sun exposure can cause serious damage to your skin and can lead to skin cancer. Find out how to be smart in the sun.
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Website
University of Texas Libraries

University of Texas: Ray and the Sunbeatables

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center created and developed Ray and the Sunbeatables: A Sun Safety Curriculum. The evidence-based curriculum educates children, parents and teachers about sun protection and promotes sun safety...
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Article
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Kids Health: Sun Smarts

For Students 9th - 10th
Sunburn isn't just painful, it's dangerous. Learn about the connection between sun exposure and skin cancer, and learn how treat sunburn. Also, learn how to prevent getting sunburn with three simple tips. Use the links on this page to...
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Article
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Kids Health: How to Be Safe When You're in the Sun

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the sun's harmful effects on human skin and find simple tips that help prevent getting sunburn, which can lead to skin cancer.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Why Do We Have to Wear Sunscreen?

For Students 9th - 10th
You already know that a trip to the beach can give you a nasty sunburn, but the nitty gritty of sun safety is actually much more complex. Wrinkle-causing UVA rays and burn-inducing UVB's can pose a serious risk to your health (and good...
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Website
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Kids Health: Heat Illness

For Students 9th - 10th
Being out in the sun and heat, especially while exercising or participating in any physical activity, can lead to heat exaustion and heatstroke. Learn how to prevent getting sick while in the sun, and learn how to cool down if you feel ill.
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Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Outdoor Safety: Warning! The Rays of the Sun Can Be Harmful!

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn about the harmful effects on humans of ultraviolet radiation caused by the depletion of the ozone layer.