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Be a Scientist: A Kindergarten Unit

For Teachers K
Students conduct observations using their five senses. In this science lesson plan, students describe different states of matter. They investigate the factors affecting mold growth.
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Combating Corrosion

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Study corrosion on bronze statues with a hands-on instructional activity. As pupils place a penny in water with salt, they observe the changes in the penny throughout a period of a week. They then analyze the pre-conservation and the...
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Weather History

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Learners study how weather is measured. In this climate lesson plan, students research how samples of the ocean floor reveal facts about the climate thousands of years ago. Learners use clay samples to create layers that simulate real...
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History of Computing – EEEEK- A Mouse!

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students examine the concepts of computer and mechanical engineering. They dissemble a computer mouse and create a new design for the mouse. They also design new enhancements for the mouse over time.
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The History of Maple Syrup

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students explore the process of harvesting maple syrup. In this science and history lesson, students make their own maple syrup and create a picture book that shows the Native American and American pioneer methods of making the syrup.
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Origins

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students trace the history of the invention of everyday objects. They brainstorm a list of curios objects and watch a video clip showing an example of tracing the origins of squeezable ketchup. In small groups, they choose an item to...
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History Lesson Plan: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students explore the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In this Middle Eastern history lesson, students discover the ancient and contemporary history of Palestine in a lecture format. Students research primary and secondary sources regarding...
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What And Where is Puerto Rico?: History of Puerto Rico

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Young scholars study the history of Puerto Rico. They define what a commonwealth is and how Puerto Rico became a commonwealth of the United States. They research websites for history of Puerto Rico and how it operates today. They...
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Plant Science Chapter #1

For Teachers 9th - 12th
It may not stand as a cohesive presentation, but individually you may find a use for these slides. One slide describes how civilization began once man learned to plant and harvest food. Another explores the population growth over time....
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Exploring the History of the I&M Canal

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students examine the building of the I & M canal in Chicago. Using the internet, they research the lives of the individuals who worked on the construction and develop a timeline of events. They explore the impact of the canal on...
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1880s Agricultural Nation: Foods and Families on the Move

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students complete activities to learn about the agriculture during the 1880s. In this agricultural history lesson plan, students discuss the brainstorm questions about their neighborhood and its agricultural history. Students research to...
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Aboriginal Web Design

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore world history by participating in a web design activity. In this aboriginal history instructional activity, students discuss the different jobs associated with designing a web site and identify the types of media that...
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Stone & Bone Inuit Carvings

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students research information about Canadian Inuit history, geography, and culture. They study many forms of art created by the Inuit, including sculpture with stone, animal bones or teeth, and other items found in their northern Canada...
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The Periodic Table

For Teachers 8th - 9th
These slides introduce the basics of the Periodic Table structure and the history and reasoning behind its organization. A useful chart on the fifth page gives the main properties and differences between metals, non-metals and...
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Discovering Elements

For Teachers 8th - 12th
A periodic table of elements displays the elements in groups ordered by when they were discovered. Click-by-click, new elements are added, resulting in an almost up-to-date chart. In order to reinforce the idea that symbols are used in...
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Environmental Changes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
High school scientists reasearch and illustrate changes in the local environment and consider relationships among agriculture, industry, economy, natural events, and social interactions. They construct a timeline to discover if there are...
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Internet Fact Hunt at the "Fact Monster" Web Site- May #1

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this Internet fact hunt worksheet, students access the "Fact Monster" web site to answer 5 multiple choice questions. They answer US history, science, and geography questions.
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Oswald Avery & The Search for the Transforming Factor

For Students 9th - 12th
Five questions about the work of biochemist, Oswald Avery, are presented on this worksheet. You will need to find a reading passage, perhaps on the Internet, about his discovery, but it would be a worthwhile search. The assignment brings...
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Unit 21 Terrariums

For Teachers 6th - 12th
The history of terrariums and how to construct one are presented in this PowerPoint. Each important step aspect of terrarium care is discussed: selecting a container, drainage, soil, types of plants, and maintenance. You will want to...
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Archaeology 101

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Let's go on an archaeological dig! Here is a lesson that allows your young scientists to do just that! You fill up an empty water table or tray with sand, and bury miscellaneous objects. Pupils use spoons, sifters, and brushes to find...
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Map Maker, Map Maker

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Map maker, map maker, make me a map! Your class can sing this tune as they work to create their own regional maps by taping paper to the wall, projecting an overhead transparency image, and tracing. Where this lesson plan intends for the...
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Chilean Rainsticks

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students research the history of the rainstick and learn how it was originally made. They comprehend the use of the rainstick in various cultures. Students create a replica rainstick and decorate it in authentic Native American designs.
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Dive Into Submarines

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students research the history and scientific principles of submarines. They read about living and working on a submarine and design and display a realistic replica of a submarine.
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Art: Hovering Helicopters

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils research the history of helicopters and differentiate between the various models. while observing pictures of helicopters in action, they discuss their unique capabilities compared to other means of transportation. Finally,...

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