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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Atoms to Molecules Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Understand the basic structure of atoms and molecules in the Earth's crust.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Adaptation and Evolution of Populations

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of the basic concepts behind evolution, such as gene variation and adaptations.[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.]
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Igneous Rock Classification Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
A quick review of the basic concepts in igneous rock identification.
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Geothermal Power Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Understand the basics behind geothermal power.
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Other

Moorland School: Earth Science Zone: The Structure of the Earth

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a look at the Earth from the inside out. This site shows the different layers of the earth with an explanation of the rocks and materials in each layer. Includes a quiz on the structure of Earth.
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Lesson Plan
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Mapping Vertical Movements

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Using flubber and plastic wrap, learners study the Earth's crust and mantle.
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Activity
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Soil Moisture

For Students 9th - 10th
This set of activities introduces students to the basic properties and measurements of soil water, and how the global distribution of soil moisture is monitored.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Earth's Mantle

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The composition and behavior of the Earth's mantle.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Earth's Outer Layers

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the various layers of the Earth.
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Lesson Plan
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Map Making Basics

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This activity will help middle schoolers discover some features as they create a geologic map.
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Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Courses: Earth Science: Basic Impact Cratering

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A complete university-level course in the fundamental principles of impact craters. Includes lecture notes, readings, assignments, and sample student projects.
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Lesson Plan
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Core Sampling

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Simulate core sampling with this lesson. Learners will see layers of Earth with this activity.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Scientific Method (Basic)

For Students 5th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This is a basic introduction to the scientifice method that includes links to instructional videos, grade-level texts, interactive activities, and review materials.
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Website
Morning Earth

How Life Works: Biosphere Is Process: Life Helps Make Earth's Crust

For Students 9th - 10th
Scholars explore the Earth science topic of the Earth's basic structure. The tutorial consists of definitions and pictures about the Earth's crust.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Sun

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Provides an introduction of the sun's basic properties.
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Handout
US Geological Survey

Usgs: Water Science Glossary of Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
The United States Geological Survey offers a complete look at water science in glossary form. Take advantage of the topic guides at the top of the site. You'll find great maps, clipart and activities centers. Click Home to access the...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Soil Formation

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How soil is formed.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Soil Formation

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How soil is formed.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Soil Formation

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] How soil is formed.
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Unit Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Using Globe Data to Study the Earth System

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson guides students through the process of locating and graphing web-based environmental data that has been collected by GLOBE Program participants. The lesson provides opportunities for using GLOBE data to introduce basic...
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Other

Digital Library for Earth System Education: Teaching Box: Essentials of Weather

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A suite of lessons focusing on the basic elements of climate and weather. Inquiry-based exploration of extreme weather events and the factors of weather including clouds, wind, air pressure, temperature, and the water cycle.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Soil Characteristics

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the characteristics and types of soil.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Soil Horizons and Profiles

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes the different layers of soil.
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eBook
Estrella Mountain Community College

Online Biology Book: The Nature of Science and Biology

For Students 9th - 10th
Use the scientific reasoning and critical thinking to take an in-depth look at the basics of biology.