Curated OER
Robert Boyle and Experimental Methods
Students discuss the difference between the Baconian inductive method and the Aristotelian deductive approaches. They complete a given set of questions then discuss them with the class.
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Ask the Oracle
Students invent an imaginary character that has the ability to time travel to China and create stories in the tradition of a traveler's tale, whereas their characters visit China's capital city, Beijing, and go to the Great Wall of China...
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Mitosis and Meiosis Exercise
In this cell division worksheet, students answer 15 multiple choice questions about both mitosis and meiosis. Topics include the outcomes of the processes, the phases of the processes and steps within each process.
Curated OER
The Science of Weather: Hurricanes
Students use this USA today activity to learn about hurricane season. In this hurricane activity, students study the map of the earth and hurricane science. Students complete discuss questions. Students draw a map of the United States...
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Mammal Morphology: bats and people
In this mammals worksheet, students compare and contrast the physical characteristics of bats and people by filling out a chart. Students complete 17 rows in the chart and answer 3 short answer questions.
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Biotechnology
In this biology activity, students complete a crossword puzzle with 23 questions on biotechnology. They identify the benefits and ethical issues about biotechnology.
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Pythagorean Theorem
Students apply properties of Pythagorean to solve problems. In this geometry lesson, students identify the different parts of a right triangle using ratios. they solve problems using squares and square roots.
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Transformation Trio
Students identify the transformation and rotation of polygons. In this geometry lesson plan, students use picture to perform rotation, reflection and transformation. They identify the coordinate points of the new transformation.
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Getting the Word Out: From Gutenberg's Press to Zines
High schoolers examine the effects of Gutenberg's printing press on the world. Using this information, they create their own Zines or internet magazines about a social issue of their choice. They share their magazine with the class for...
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Marine Animals on the Move
Students complete a project based on collecting satellite data aimed at finding connections between organisms and the environment. They create a final project working with a partner to share with the class.
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Looking for Local Public Art
Students explore artwork in the local community. They increase their knowledge about their community. They create a slide show presentation with sounds, text and transitions.
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Geometric Shapes at the OK Corral
Students explore regular geometric shapes. In this shapes instructional activity, students investigate geometric shapes in the world around them. Students differentiate between regular and irregular shapes.
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Big Dogs, Little Dogs
Students explore how dogs are industrious workers and beloved pets, helpful companions and highly paid entertainers.
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Special Delivery-Opinion
Students are introduced to the concept of global climate change. Using data, they determine how much of the world is being affected by the increase in temperatures. They complete a worksheet and consider the evidence giving to them and...
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The "Nuts and Bolts" of Taxonomy and Classification
Learners develop classification scheme that meets the established rules of the Linnaean system. They write one page essay on classification choices.
The Tech Interactive
The Tech Museum of Innovation: Animal Rescue [Pdf]
Scientists often need to gather information in order to form a deeper understanding of the problem. Can your team gather scientific evidence to help inform the design of a device that will help move endangered animals from one protected...
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Animal Study From Fiction to Facts
Contains plans for five 50-minute lessons that ask students to compare and research information about animals from fiction and nonfiction texts. In addition to student objectives and standards, these instructional plans contains links to...
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
U.s. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Holocaust History Animated Maps
To fully understand the breadth and scope of the Holocaust, view the following maps of key locations. These maps are in video form with explanations provided. There are also links provided for further research.
Teachers.net
Teachers.net: Bring Your Character in a Bag Animal Farm
The main objective is for students to be able to interpret a chosen character from the novel Animal Farm. Students will then have an opportunity to represent that character in original symbolic form and present it orally to the class.
Math Science Nucleus
K 12 Animated Science Storybooks
A resource that discusses various science topics in an interactive storybook form. Flash player is needed to view stories.
Math Science Nucleus
K 12 Animated Science Storybooks
A resource that discusses various science topics in an interactive storybook form.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Speed Skating
This detailed article includes a history of speed skating, information on rules, different tracks and competitions, and links form more information. A good starting point for students researching this Winter Olympics sport.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Extension: Tree House Weather Kids: Clouds and Moisture: Rain, Snow, Sleet, and Hail
Animated resource teaches young researchers about the different forms of precipitation.
Columbia University
Scientific Background on the Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami
This site features information and related links that can be used by students and scientists to understand the events that led to the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.