This field guide was created by 2nd graders in Springfield, Massachusetts. It was part of a two-month Learning Expedition that included field observation and collection, classroom experimentation and research, reading from books and...

This micro-field guide was created by 5th and 6th graders in Marlboro, Vermont. Groups of 3 or 4 students worked together to investigate their own 3 by 3 foot research plot, over multiple visits, and then created a field guide to their...

Students create a field guide for a three foot by three foot plot of ground. Students name their plots, graph temperature, create an inventory and table to record observations, make illustrations, and write informational text based on...

Thorough guide to the scientific study of the Great Crested Newt, written by an expert in the field of herpetology (the study of amphibians and reptiles).

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct mammoth.

A look at fossil evidence that reveals life and ecological interactions of the extinct fan palm tree.

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the flightless auk.

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct gray whale.

A look at what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the ankylosaurus.

Learn what fossil evidence reveals about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct seal-like allodesmus.

A detailed look at what fossil evidence unveils about the life and ecological interactions of the extinct American mastodon.

Students research different types of rocks and different ways of identifying rocks, then create a field guide for younger students attending a museum called The Rock Park.

Investigate the field of astronomy in this book by Sten Odenwald where he talks about his own and others' experiences, as well as his experiences doing research.

A learning module that begins with "Baseball is a Field of Dreams - and Dashed Hopes - for Dominicans" by David Lagesse, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as...

This lesson focuses on gravitational fields and includes what one is, the formula for gravity force, defining weight, formula for mass, an example of how to calculate gravity force, a practice question, and a link to a test.

The Indian Mounds experience includes virtual field trips to Ocmulgee National Monument, Kolomoki Mounds State Park, and Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site. Additional materials include a lesson plan and user guide.

The field of archaeology has been specializations that investigate the past through many different lenses, e.g., environmental relationships, landscape study, and aerial investigation. This resource describes many of these specialties.

A field guide to local sakes using research and photographs with permission of the photographer. This example was completed as an individual students project, but the guide could be completed as a class project as well.

Brown Dwarfs are explained. Includes illustrations.

This field guide to the marine organisms of the intertidal zone of Casco Bay was created by 7th grade students in Portland, Maine, as part of a Learning Expedition called, "In the Zone." Students were engaged in scientific research at...

From the American Dental Association, this page informs those with an interest in a career in dentistry. It includes information about professional associations, "day in the life" profiles of dentists, a list of ten reasons dentists...

AmphibiaWeb, a site inspired by global amphibian declines, is an online system that allows free access to information on amphibian biology and conservation. This site is filled with amphibian facts, a glossary of terms, species numbers,...

Each student is asked to become a herpetologist or snake expert in this activity and research a snake species. They prepare a fact sheet for inclusion into a class field guide. The goal is for students to become more aware of different...

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