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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Comparing Sunscreens

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this activity, students use the UVB Sensor to measure the amount of UVB light that passes through a thin film of sunscreen. They analyze the relationship between the SPF values and the intensity of UVB light transmitted by the sunscreen.
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: It Burns!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this activity, students learn how to prevent exposure to the Sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. Students will systematically test various sunscreens to determine the relationship between spf (sun protection factor) value and sun...
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Writing Fix

Writing Fix: Creating Memorable Advice

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Inspired by "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)," this lesson asks students to think about memorable writing--writing that has, in some way, touched them personally. Students will make multiple drafts of simple advice in order to make...
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Scientific American

Scientific American: The Science of Beauty: In Depth Reports

For Students 9th - 10th
Scientific news and magazine articles from 2001-2009 related to the science behind beauty products and treatments.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: Sun Smarts

For Students 9th - 10th
Sunburn isn't just painful, it's dangerous. Learn about the connection between sun exposure and skin cancer, and learn how treat sunburn. Also, learn how to prevent getting sunburn with three simple tips. Use the links on this page to...
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Curated OER

Kids Health: How to Be Safe When You're in the Sun

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the sun's harmful effects on human skin and find simple tips that help prevent getting sunburn, which can lead to skin cancer.

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