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Brain Power

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, learners investigate the anatomy and function of the human brain. Students read facts about the parts of the brain and what each does. Learners compare the size of the human brain to that of other animals....
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Weather Fun Facts

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, young scholars investigate fun facts about weather by reading 25 short paragraphs about weather, storms, climate and geography. Students complete a crossword puzzle about weather.
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Tropical Fish of the Great Barrier Reef

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, students discover facts about the tropical fish of the Great Barrier Reef. Students read 12 paragraphs about species in the reef waters and look at the photographs. Students complete a crossword puzzle about...
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The Sun

For Teachers 6th - 7th
In this science worksheet, students answer 4 questions about the sun. Students also circle the sun spots on an illustration of the stun.
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Invertebrate Vocabulary-- Marine Invertebrate Match

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, students study 12 vocabulary words which pertain to marine invertebrates. Students read the definitions which include pronunciation, part of speech and meaning of the name. Students then look at 16 organisms...
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Make Your Own Paper Bag Manatee Puppet

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science craft worksheet, students learn about the Florida manatee by constructing a paper bag puppet with extra pattern pieces for the head and flippers. Students read the information and study the drawings about manatees, then...
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It's a Matter of Space (cont.)

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science experiment worksheet, students investigate the properties of matter and what happens if two kinds of matter try to take up the same space. Students follow the detailed instructions which take the format of the scientific...
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Meet the Corals Online

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, students are directed to a Web site where they will do research about coral reefs and types of coral. Students answer 15 questions with facts they learn on line.
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Recycled Vegetable Oil Powers Vans, Cars

For Teachers 2nd - 7th
Students share their knowledge about fuel sources, then read a news article about vegetable oil as a cleaner alternative to gasoline. In this current events and environmental science lesson plan, the teacher introduces the article with a...
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Scientists Discover Giant Frog Fossil

For Teachers 2nd - 8th
Students examine a world map and read a news article about the discovery of a giant frog fossil. In this earth science and current event lesson, the teacher introduces an article with a discussion about continental drift and a vocabulary...
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Teacher-Astronaut Offers New Lessons

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students read about teacher-in-space Barbara Morgan and life in space. In this space science and current event lesson, the teacher introduces the article with a vocabulary activity, then students read the news piece and participate in a...
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Prehistoric Discoveries

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students agree or disagree with several statements about ancient animals, then read a news article about recent prehistoric discoveries. In this earth science and current events instructional activity, the teacher introduces the article...
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Scientists Use Web Site to Report Volcano Activity

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students react to statements about volcanoes, then read a news article about scientists monitoring eruptions at Augustine volcano in Alaska. In this earth science and current events lesson, the teacher introduces the lesson with a...
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Could the Solar System have Ten Planets?

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students react to statements about the solar system, then read a news article about a recently discovered object that could be another planet. For this space science and current events lesson, the teacher introduces the lesson with a...
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Seed Dispersal

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students determine seed dispersal methods. In this life science lesson, students make predictions about how seeds might move, then look at seeds under micrographs or microscopes to analyze the seed coat and how this helps dispersal. ...
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Tank Trials - Measuring Germination

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students observe and measure seed germination. In this life science lesson, students use 'tanks' to observe a set of seeds as they germinate and begin growing, make predictions, and record their data. Lesson includes background teacher...
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Introduction to Seed Germination

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students explore seed germination. In this life science lesson, students start seeds in Petri dishes, then observe which ones germinate and make predictions.
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Flight Paths of Orbiting Satellites

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Learners examine the path a satellite follows as it orbits the earth. In this space science lesson, students use a globe as they illustrate a satellite in its orbital plane, then plot points on the satellite's path on the globe to see...
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Mapping Constellations

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students become familiar with constellations. In this space science lesson plan, the teacher introduces constellations by showing students the star patterns and reading myths. Students, observe the stars nightly, then choose one...
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Testing Fats in Food

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers consider the fats found in foods. For this science lesson plan, students test the presence of fat in foods and become more aware of their daily diets.
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DNA/Genetics

For Teachers K - 8th
Students delve into a study of DNA. In this science lesson plan, students gain an understanding of DNA, which is the genetic material for every person and every other living thing.
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The Effects of Trash and Garbage On the Environment

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learners recognize the importance of solid waste management. In this science lesson plan, students analyze individual solid waste management habits as they enhance their knowledge of solid waste disposal and the recycling process.
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Somethin' Sweet

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students make their own candy. In this science lesson plan, students observe how molecules interact with each other in physical changes and observe how the addition of heat can cause molecules to interact and form new molecules in...
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Usefulness of Irrigation

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore irrigation. In this science lesson plan, students show that water is necessary for plant growth and show how a dam can turn a nearly useless water way into a valuable form of irrigation.

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