Curated OER
Photosynthetic Pictures--Are Worth More Than a Thousand Words
Students observe and examine how carbon dioxide, water, and light produce glucose/starch through a process called photosynthesis.
Curated OER
Types of Chemical Reactions
Students conduct labs to gain an overview of chemical reactions. They observe examples of synthesis, decomposition, single displacement and double displacement reactions. They identify certain products by the use of litmus and splint tests.
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Ice Cold
Students design and conduct an experiment to investigate what happens when salt and ice come together and to determine if one form of salt is better for melting ice on steps and sidewalks.
Curated OER
Celebrate Black History
Students research African-American mathematicians. In this middle school mathematics lesson, students celebrate Black History by conducting Internet research on an African-American, mathematicians or scientist. Students...
Curated OER
Microwave Introduction
Students take true and false pretest, and explore and practice basic principles of microwave cooking and how to use and care for it properly while preparing foods. Students watch teacher demonstration and then prepare their own bags of...
Curated OER
Acid Rain
Students create acid rain using carbonic, nitrous, nitric, and sulfurous acids.
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Phases of Matter
Eighth graders practice using correct vocabulary and apply content knowledge related to phases of matter when answering questions about situations or observations from everyday life.
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Exothermic Reactions
Young scholars experiment, observe, measure, and analyze what occurs during an exothermic reaction. They safely design an experiment, control variables, and properly dispose of materials.
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How Dense Are You?
Students examine how density is a value that describes what type of a material an object is made of regardless of its shape or size.
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Physical Difference and Classification
Students use a microscope and observation skills to compare and contrast several physical properties and develop a classification system.
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States of Matter Lessons
Teachers can give their students hands-on ways to explore solids, liquids, and gases with these lesson plans.
Curated OER
Frog Dissection Lesson Plans
Check out these lesson plans for both actual and virtual frog dissections.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Safety in the Science Lab
Students, working in groups, write and produce a video on laboratory safety. This can be done as an interdisciplinary activity with the English and/or drama departments.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Safety in the Life Sciences
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] There can be some very serious safety risks in scientific research. Safety practices must be followed when working with the hazardous materials and organisms. Learn...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 1.7 Safety in the Life Sciences
Review the safety precautions while performing scientific investigations.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Safety in the Life Sciences
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] The standard safety symbols and practices used in a biology laboratory are covered in this lesson.
Other
Science Spot: Identifying Unsafe Lab Practices [Pdf]
Students will read a story about the way in which a lab is conducted. They are asked to identify unsafe lab techniques mentioned in the story.
Other
Usda: Virtual Labs: Controlling Water Activity in Food
In this science simulation, students investigate water activity in corn that has been dried using traditional Native American methods in order to learn about the best way to ensure food safety.
Other
Usda: Virtual Labs: Testing and Adjusting P H
In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.
Other
Usda: Virtual Labs: Corn Mold Test Mycotoxins
In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.
Other
Usda: Virtual Labs: Understanding Water Activity
In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.
Biology Corner
Biology Corner: Identifying Dangerous Lab Practices
This cartoon shows a lab setting with students practicing dangerous lab techniques. Students analyze the picture and answer questions.
University of Missouri
Microbes in Action: Classroom Activities: Water Quality Testing [Pdf]
In this experiment, students will test the quality of a water sample by observing the number of coliform bacteria. Coliform bacteria are found in human intestines and a large amount can indicate water contamination. Lesson plan gives a...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Uses of Crucible Tongs
Discusses what tongs are used for and why crucible tongs are a very important tool in a laboratory and other settings. Describes the different types of crucible tongs, their uses, and some safety tips.