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Measuring Temperature

For Teachers K - 4th
Students conduct an experiment using the steps of the scientific method. In this scientific method lesson plan, students experiment with temperature and record their findings using the scientific method. Students complete a data sheet...
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Galileo: His Times & Beliefs

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars study Galileo and his scientific discoveries. They complete a series of experiments/model constructions, using 17th century equipment and procedures, to "recreate," demonstrate and explore the various discoveries of Galileo.
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Building a Terrarium System

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students create their own terrariums.  In this ecological model lesson, students create terrariums using soil, seeds, pebbles, and two liter bottles.  Students compare the elements of a  terrarium to a food web.
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Cycles, Systems, and Webs

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders review the parts of the plant and their functions.  In this plant lesson plan, 4th graders recognize that plants must transfer energy to make food.  Students understand the interdependence of organisms in an ecosystem. 
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Problem Solving: Metric Conversion

For Students 6th - 7th
Using a table, students solve 12 word problems about the weights of various foods at the grocery store. The solve addition and subtraction problems as well as convert kilograms to grams.
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Solar System Distance Activity

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Pupils examine the distances between the Sun, planets, and smaller objects in the Solar System. They design a model using beads that shows the scale distances of the Solar System using astronomical units converted into a 10 centimeter...
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Graphing Weights and Measures

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students practice gathering, averaging, and graphing data. They practice converting measurements to the metric system. Students graph their results and present them to the class.
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Lippmann vs. The Testers: Can Intelligence Be Measured?

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students examine the ideas of Walter Lippman and standardized testing. They discover the ideas and beliefs behind using standarized tests. They examine a copy of an IQ test and discuss.
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Measuring a Mummy Case

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers practice how to calculate volume using mummy cases. They measure using ancient Egyptian, U.S., and metric systems. They explore how to convert measurements into different systems, and discuss ratios.
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Black Bayou Lake Measures Up

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students, in groups, estimate measurments and then select the tools needed and measure various items at Black Bayou Lake refuge.
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Measurement, Perimeter and Area

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore the concept of measurement.  In this measurement lesson, students collect data about themselves such as height, finger length, neck circumference, foot length, and other body measurements.  Students cut squares of...
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What's It Worth? Thinking About Weights and Measures

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine how weights and measures can be used to assess value, that traders must be wary of fraudulent practices, and appreciate the Akan weights as works of art.
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Metric System Word Search

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students find the words that are related to the concept of measurement and cover the related vocabulary.
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Making Fudge: Measuring Weight

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders measure the ingredients for a fudge recipe. In this measurement lesson, 4th graders practice measuring out the ingredients for a recipe to make fudge. Later, students get to enjoy the fudge they made.
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Measuring the Diameter of Our Star

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students conduct an experiment to measure the diameter of the sun. In this astronomy lesson,  students construct a simple equipment to collect scientific data. They calculate the sun's diameter using a given formula.
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Estimating and Measuring Length in Metric Units

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this metric measurement worksheet, students estimate lengths of items in centimeters, then use rulers to check estimates.
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Olympic Games - Can You Measure Up?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students complete 6 units to learn about Ancient Greece and the Olympic games through physical education activities as well as math activities. In this Ancient Greece lesson, students complete multiple activities in 6 lessons including...
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Metric and Customary Units of Length 2

For Teachers 4th - 7th
In this math worksheet, students practice the skill of converting measurements. The answers are found through using the right conversion formula.
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Temperature Conversion

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online math worksheet, students practice converting between a variety of metric measurements. When complete, students submit their answers and get instant feedback regarding their accuracy.
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Measuring the Speed of Light

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore physics by completing measurement problems in class. In this speed of light lesson plan, students discuss the importance of knowing the speed of light and how it affects many aspects of human life on Earth. Students...
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Circulatory System,

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders study the components and physiology of the human circulatory system.
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The Respiratory System

For Teachers 4th
Students explore the parts of the respiratory system in this six lessons unit. The lessons presnt the concepts of the breathing, the function of oxygen in the system, how sounds are made, and the effects of pollution, smoking and disease...
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Metrics

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore the metric system. In this science lesson plan, students familiarize themselves with the metric system as they participate in a hands-on activity.
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Make Me Metric

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners discover the need for standard units of measurement. They be engaged in estimation, problem solving, and use of measurement tools to begin an understanding of the metric system.

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