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Curated OER

GUM: More, Less, or the Same?

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils confirm the law of conservation of matter by weighing chewing gum before and after it is chewed.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Celebrate Black History

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students research African-American mathematicians.  In this middle school mathematics lesson, students celebrate Black History by conducting Internet research on an African-American, mathematicians or scientist.  Students prepare a...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Balance of Good Health and the Food Pyramid

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Young scholars explore the importance of good health and the food pyramid. They examine food labels and the importance of healthy food choices. Students investigate food additives.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Middle School Home Energy Audit

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders research the origins of local electrical power and compare costs and methods of generation with other areas of the country or world.
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Safety in the Science Lab

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners, working in groups, write and produce a video on laboratory safety. This can be done as an interdisciplinary activity with the English and/or drama departments.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Lab Safety Rules

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students explore and review safe practices during laboratory and field investigation in science.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Safety in the Life Sciences

For Students 6th - 8th
[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...
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Handout
Other

Flinn Scientific: Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
Tons of science safety rules and information are available here, arranged by category. Resources are available for students and teachers on maintaining safety during labs and other activities.
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Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: Laboratory Safety

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This engaging flipchart reviews science laboratory safety rules and the reasoning behind each. An Activote assessment is included.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Testing and Adjusting P H

For Students 9th - 10th
In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.
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Graphic
Biology Corner

Biology Corner: Identifying Dangerous Lab Practices

For Students 9th - 10th
This cartoon shows a lab setting with students practicing dangerous lab techniques. Students analyze the picture and answer questions.
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Professional Doc
Other

Manitoba Department of Education: Science Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
A basic manual on how to handle and dispose of laboratory materials safely. Includes a lesson plan on how to read a materials safety data sheet.
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Activity
Other

Science Spot: Identifying Unsafe Lab Practices [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Safety in the Life Sciences

For Students 7th - 8th
[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.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Physical Science: Safety in Science

For Students 7th - 9th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Safety symbols and safety rules in science.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Bacteria Sampling (Using Various Disposable Lab Equipments)

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test milk samples to check for bacterial contamination.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Controlling Water Activity in Food

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate water activity in corn that has been dried using traditional Native American methods in order to learn about the best way to ensure food safety.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Gram Staining

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how use gram staining to test for bacterial contamination in yogurt.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: How to Use Oil Immersion Microscope

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how to use a microscope as they investigate bacterial contamination in a sample of yogurt.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Understanding Water Activity

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Corn Mold Test Mycotoxins

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.
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Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Physical Science: Scientific Method and Metrics

For Students 9th - 10th
Students have the opportunity to review the scientific method, become familiar with vocabulary terms associated with scientific investigation, and learn about real-world scientific examples where the method is used.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Laboratories Laboratories Advanced

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An overview of science laboratory procedures including information about lab equipment, lab safety, and general techniques. After the reading, watch a short video...
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eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 1.7 Safety in the Life Sciences

For Students 9th - 10th
Review the safety precautions while performing scientific investigations.

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