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What is Inside a Seed?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students observe how the bean seed has changed after being soaked in water overnight and record their observations. They open the bean and observe the inside. Finally, students draw and label the parts of a bean seed and write the...
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The Biological Carbon Cycle

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners learn about the biological carbon cycle. In this carbon cycle instructional activity, students access the web site and mouse over the diagrams to follow the carbon cycle. They read about what happens to humans and plants during...
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Termite Trails

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students observe the behavior of termites and draw conclusions about their behavior. They record data as to termite behavior and recognize elements in the experimental design which must include a hypothesis.
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Density, Iron, and Anemia

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars explain what factors determine density. In this physics instructional activity, students hypothesize which objects are less dense. They cite the importance of density in everyday life.
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Life Processes and Water

For Teachers All
Explain the properties of water. Identify the properties of water that make it a polar molecule Describe hydrogen bonds and how they differ from covalent bonds Discuss the differences between hard water and soft water Compare the heat of...
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Life Processes and Water

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine the function and nature of water as it effects all living things.
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A TOUGH NUT TO CRACK

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Based on a set of criteria, pupils will evaluate the quality of pecans.1. Bring a gram scale and papershell pecans. Provide five pecans for each student. 2. Divide the class into groups of five and provide each member with five pecans....