TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Science of Spring Force
Students use data acquisition equipment to learn about force and displacement in regard to simple and complex machines. In the engineering world, materials and systems are tested by applying forces and measuring the resulting...
Other
Arbor Scientific: Haunted Laboratory: Halloween Physics
This resource presents a collection of experiments for the science classroom that focuses on physics concepts for Halloween. Activities include mirror ghost with a concave mirror, apple oscillators with pendulums, and a pumpkin pendulum....
Ducksters
Ducksters: Chemistry for Kids: Chemistry Lab Equipment
Kids learn about the lab equipment used for chemistry experiments such as beakers, flasks, test tubes, stirring rods, pipettes, bunsen burners, gloves, goggles, and more.
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.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Compound Microscope: Basics, Functionality, and Uses
Explains what a compound microscope is, the different parts, how it works, and what it is used for.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Types of Microscopes and Their Uses
Discusses the importance of the microscope to scientists and the many different types and what they are used for.
Read Works
Read Works: "Seven Minutes of Terror," Eight Years of Ingenuity
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about engineering the landing equipment on the Mars Rover. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Other
Flinn Scientific: Safety
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.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Dissecting Microscope vs. Compound Microscope
A brief overview of the features and functions of the two main types of microscopes.
Science Struck
Science Struck: The Numerous Uses and Methods of Using a Petri Dish
Learn about the important role the petri dish plays in enabling the study of microorganisms, some of its uses, and how petri dishes are used.
Science Struck
Science Struck: What Is a Buchner Funnel? Setup, Structure, and Uses
Learn what a Buchner funnel is, how it works to filter solids from liquids, and some of its applications.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Function of a Graduated Cylinder
Explains what a graduated cylinder is, its function, and how to read it.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Scientific Method
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describe how the Renaissance period in history changed the approach to science. Identify the steps of the scientific method. Differentiate between the independent...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Mission to Mars
The Mission to Mars curricular unit introduces students to Mars-the Red Planet. Students discover why scientists are so interested in studying this mysterious planet. Many interesting facts about Mars are revealed, and the history of...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Edible Rovers High School
Students act as Mars exploratory rover engineers, designing, building and displaying their edible rovers to a design review. To begin, they evaluate rover equipment and material options to determine which parts might fit in their given...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Focus on Fabrics: Putting Materials to Good Use
The goal is for students to understand the basics of engineering associated with the use, selection, and properties of fabrics. A wide variety of natural and synthetic fibers are used in our clothing, home furnishings and in our travel...
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
This photo shows the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. The Main Ring and Main Injector can easily be seen from the air, as well as the circular ponds that dissipate waste heat from the various equipment.
American Chemical Society
American Chemical Society: Hompage
ChemCenter, available from the American Chemical Society, provides chemistry news, reference sources and other public services.