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Worksheet
Curated OER

Early Central Heating

For Students 8th - 12th
In this history of heating worksheet, students read about the different ways of heating rooms over time. They answer three critical thinking questions about conduction, convection and heating.
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Harcourt: Biographies: James Watt

For Students 9th - 10th
Great biography of James Watt, covering his younger days in Scotland through his accomplishments in England. Includes many images and supplemental links for better understanding.
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University of Houston

University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: History of the Steam Engine

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Engines of Ingenuity web site. A lengthy page discussing ingenuity and invention as it pertains to steam engine history. Very anecdotal and interesting. Includes biographical information and interesting details about Hero of...