Curated OER
Celebrate Black History
Students research African-American mathematicians. In this middle school mathematics instructional activity, students celebrate Black History by conducting Internet research on an African-American, mathematicians or scientist. Students...
Curated OER
The Internal Anatomy of the Grasshopper
Sixth graders explore the internal organs of grasshoppers. They determine the function of the organs through a dissection activity.
Curated OER
Boom and Fizz
Students investigate the differences between a physical and chemical change. They observe various demonstrations involving physical or chemical changes, make predictions, and record what they see, hear, and smell.
Curated OER
Transmission of Disease
Students provide names of viral diseases that they would possibly like to be infected with today; listing them on the Smart Board. They then come to an agreement about what virus to use and use beakers of fluids to simulate how viruses...
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What Kind of Insect is That?
Fifth graders characterize insects and classify insects according to the Linnaean system. They use hand lenses or microscopes to examine insect body parts.
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Physical Difference and Classification
Learners use a microscope and observation skills to compare and contrast several physical properties and develop a classification system.
Curated OER
Frog Dissection Lesson Plans
Check out these lesson plans for both actual and virtual frog dissections.
Curated OER
Roll with the Punches: Depression Era Machinery
Students construct models of simple and complicated machines with Legos. Then they design an experiment using the scientific method. ESE modifications included.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Safety in Science
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Safety symbols and safety rules in science.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Lab Safety Rules
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students explore and review safe practices during laboratory and field investigation in science.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Safety in the Life Sciences
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The standard safety symbols and practices used in a biology laboratory are covered in this lesson.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Safety in the Life Sciences
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] There can be some very serious safety risks in scientific research. Safety practices must be followed when working with the hazardous materials and organisms. Learn...
Biology Corner
Biology Corner: Identifying Dangerous Lab Practices
This cartoon shows a lab setting with students practicing dangerous lab techniques. Students analyze the picture and answer questions.
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Science Spot: Identifying Unsafe Lab Practices [Pdf]
Students will read a story about the way in which a lab is conducted. They are asked to identify unsafe lab techniques mentioned in the story.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Uses of Crucible Tongs
Discusses what tongs are used for and why crucible tongs are a very important tool in a laboratory and other settings. Describes the different types of crucible tongs, their uses, and some safety tips.