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Active Transport in Malpighian Tubules

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students examine the energy dependence of active transport as well as te properties of specificity, competition, saturation, and inhibition. They anesthetize an insect and inject saline into the abdomen.
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Stalactites And Stalagmites

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners conduct a scientific investigation about the formation of stalactites and stalagmites. They conduct an experiment to reproduce them in the lab environment. Students make observations over a period of time in order to see the...
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How Sweet It is! A Colorful Sugar Solution Density Column

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students examine the affect of density. Using a graduated cylinder and equally prepared volumes of sugar-water solutions and food color, students observe a sugar rainbow. They discover that the greater the amount of sugar in the...
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Indicator Sponge A Discrepant Event Demonstration

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore the use of acid and base pH indicators. The teacher saturates an indicator sponge with congo red solution. Afterwards, the sponge is placed in a blue base solution. Students observe that the blue sponge actually turns...
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Using a Spreadsheet to Understand Density

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students use density to identify what metal a gold colored weight is made of. They use a spreadsheet to graph the experimental density of common metals and compare the know densities to their calculated density of the known metal.
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Life Science- Learning About Tadpoles

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students investigate a frog's life cycle. In this tadpole lesson, students observe tadpoles in an aquarium and record results. Students fill in a KWL chart as an assessment.
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Stoichiometry Lessons

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students are introduced to stoichiometric relationships in chemical equations with a Trail Mix activity before performing a lab to reinforce stoichiometry. Students complete the unit with a lab about limiting reactants in chemical...
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Potato Experiment

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Spur a discussion of germs using this lesson. Learners conduct an experiment with potatoes to determine how germs are transmitted. They then discuss ways to prevent the spread of germs. The emphasis is on hand washing.
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Internet Banking and Shopping

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this economics worksheet, students complete an internet banking and shopping activity. For example, students check their final balance of a given balance sheet and set up a monthly Council Tax payment.
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Smarties Investigation

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this math worksheet, students participate in an investigation of Smarties candy. For example, students estimate how many candies they have in each color, count the actual number, and record the information in a tally chart.
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Bubble Tube Experimental Design

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students study what an experiment is comprised of and how to be successful when doing an experiment.  In this experimental lesson plan students design their own experimental investigation and answer questions.
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Linear Modeling: Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners analyze linear functions. In this algebra instructional activity, students create a linear model to relate coordinate pairs. They evaluate and solve equations.
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Famous Rock Groups

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students define igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary, and use rock identification books to identify igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. Students then discuss which rocks early man would have found useful for tool creation.
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An Egg-cellent Osmosis Experiment

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the problem of osmosis by conducting an experiment. They use eggs with the shells dissolved to tell whether fluid can move across the membranes. The experiment provides high interest for all kinds of students...
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Apply Scientific Inquiry and Scientific Habits of Mind

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers review the components of the scientific inquiry method. In groups, they develop hypothesis on a variety of different topics and design an investigation or experiment to test it. They share their conclusions with the class...
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The Giver: A Research Unit

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders complete a reading of Lois Lowry's, The Giver, and determine a social problem the effects the "utopian society." They research information about the social problem using a number Internet, print, and media resources. They...
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Apply Scientific Inquiry and Scientific Habits of Mind

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students review the components of the scientific inquiry method. In groups, they apply this method to various experiments they are given to complete. They also use the correct scientific habits of mind when researching different concepts.
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Doing The School Run

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars explore finding the percent of a numbers. They survey their peers to determine modes of transportation used in getting to school. Afterward, students organize information and create graphs and charts. They explore...
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The World Goes Bananas

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students comprehend the causes and effects of inequality and social injustice. They explore the effects of globalization and trade between countries. Students discuss the hidden social and environmental costs which often lie behind goods...
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Classification for Beginners

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students explore the process of classification. In this rock classification lesson, students conduct a scientific investigation that requires them to follow the provided steps to classify rocks.
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Getting To School: Loving It Or Loathe It?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students engage in a study looking at the problem of transportation to school. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to work together to come up with possible solutions based upon current...
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The Museum Idea

For Teachers 2nd - 7th
Students discover the nature and uses of museums by completing several creative projects. Students also analyze abstract art with teacher guidance.
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DETERMINING THE CONCENTRATION OF A SOLUTION: BEER'S LAW

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students determine the concentration of an unknown nickel (II) sulfate solution by using the colorimeter.
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The Big Melt

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students experiment with a variety of materials used for insulation by melting ice cubes.

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