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Curated OER

This Mine of Mine

For Teachers K - 4th
Young scholars explore natural resources by conducting a geology experiment in class. In this mineral mining lesson plan, students discuss the types of geological material that can be found when mining and the uses for these resources...
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Curated OER

Primary Energy Sources Pros and Cons

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students explore the different types of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. In this earth science lesson plan, students discuss the pros and cons of each type. They conduct a variety of experiments on renewable energy.
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Curated OER

"Construction Work" Art Activity

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Learners explore architectural styles and define architectural terms. They construct a building using various architectural elements, and display their buildings, identifying each of the architectural components they used.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Lowering the Freezing Point of Water

For Students 9th - 10th
When it comes to making ice cream, in order to make the mixture cold enough to freeze, you surround the container with ice and rock salt. This experiment helps you learn how the addition of salt (or other substances) affects the freezing...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Porosity and Particle Size

For Students 3rd - 5th
Often, when we think of something that is solid we think about rocks. But in reality, rocks have tiny holes of air inside them. This is called porosity. In this experiment you can find out what it means to be "solid as a rock."
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Habitat Network: Rock Walls and Piles

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out how to use rocks and other features to maximize growth in a garden.

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