Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Animals: Gila Monsters

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Young scholars research sites about Gila monsters. They explore the physical characteristics and defense mechanisms that help Gila monsters survive in the desert. Includes photographs and a diagram.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Snail Observation Exercise

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students are given a pond snail in a clear glass and asked to make observations on the snail's form and behavior. One of the key ideas is that seemly common subjects (like snails) often have surprising or interesting properties.