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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Stress, Inc.

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore the physical and psychological effect of stress and tension on human beings. Concepts of stress and stress management are introduced. Students discover how perception serves to fuel a huge industry dedicated to...
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Society for Science and the Public

Science News for Students: Perfect Pacifier

For Students 3rd - 8th
A new study has found that a mother's arms are incredibly effective at reducing the physical symptoms of stress in crying babies. This article reports on the study and its implications. Includes a brief video. [1:56]
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Mind Tools

Mind Tools: Effective Scheduling: Planning to Make the Best Use of Your Time

For Students 9th - 10th
Learning how to make the best use of your time can become easier with a daily planner. Discover how to set daily attainable goals to minimize stress levels by using a tool best suited to your lifestyle.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Couch Potato or Inertia Victim?

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
Students design a simple behavioral survey, and learn basic protocol for primary research, survey design and report writing. Note: The literacy activities for the Mechanics unit are based on physical themes that have broad application to...
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Wow! That Captures It!

For Teachers 5th - 7th
Students learn how motion capture (mo-cap) technology enables computer animators to create realistic effects. They learn the importance of center of gravity in animation and how to use the concept of center of gravity in writing an...
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Back to School

For Students 9th - 10th
The first day of school is usually comprised of a mix of anxiety and excitement. Don't let this experience overwhelm you! Look through this article to learn more about what you can do to make this fearfull transition a little smoother.