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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: The Science of Spring Force

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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...
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Other

Arbor Scientific: Haunted Laboratory: Halloween Physics

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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....
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Chemistry for Kids: Chemistry Lab Equipment

For Students 1st - 9th
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.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Uses of Crucible Tongs

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Compound Microscope: Basics, Functionality, and Uses

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what a compound microscope is, the different parts, how it works, and what it is used for.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Types of Microscopes and Their Uses

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the importance of the microscope to scientists and the many different types and what they are used for.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: "Seven Minutes of Terror," Eight Years of Ingenuity

For Teachers 8th
[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.
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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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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Dissecting Microscope vs. Compound Microscope

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief overview of the features and functions of the two main types of microscopes.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: The Numerous Uses and Methods of Using a Petri Dish

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: What Is a Buchner Funnel? Setup, Structure, and Uses

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn what a Buchner funnel is, how it works to filter solids from liquids, and some of its applications.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Function of a Graduated Cylinder

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what a graduated cylinder is, its function, and how to read it.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Scientific Method

For Students 9th - 10th
[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...
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Unit Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Mission to Mars

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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...
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Edible Rovers High School

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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...
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Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Focus on Fabrics: Putting Materials to Good Use

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
American Chemical Society

American Chemical Society: Hompage

For Students 9th - 10th
ChemCenter, available from the American Chemical Society, provides chemistry news, reference sources and other public services.