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Antigravity Mirror

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? It's super student! Physical science stars can fly during a unit on light as they see the reflection of one leg in a mirror, behind which the other holds them up. 
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Physics: Force and Motion

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Young scholars use the internet to discover the basic concepts in physics. They complete interactive simulations where variables can be changed. They answer comprehension questions to end the lesson.
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Integrating Physical Science and the Geological Environment

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students undertake a series of experiments and activities related to geology, especially in Connecticut. They evaluate types of rocks, minerals, and crystals, exploring the main concepts of geology.
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Phat Shredders and Phony Phorces: Snowboarding, Winter Sports, Olympics, Sport Safety, Science, Physics

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students study about the history, physical science, and safety issues involved in snowboarding.
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Physical Science: Magnets

For Teachers K - 6th
Students investigate magnets and how they work. They read and discuss the book, What Makes a Magnet and record their observations as they complete activities. After exploring the magnet set, they record their predictions and results...
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Density Lab Activities

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students participate in several density lab activities in order to clarify the misconceptions that solids sink and liquids float. Students work with triple beam balances to find mass of objects to calculate density.
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Physical and Chemical Changes

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students differentiate physical and chemical changes. In this chemistry lesson, students identify five indicators that a chemical change took place. They complete a reflection journal at the end of the activity.
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The Physics of My Life

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders review the basic principles of physics. In groups, they use these principles to discover how they are present in their everyday lives. They create a webpage that demonstrates on of the principles and share it with the class.
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Memory/Physiology Lab Activity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners investigate the nervous system and how physical distractions influence mental performance. They work in pairs as a researcher and subject and memorize a series of words with no distractions. After repeating the list of words,...
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High Activity Golf Test Taking

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students engage in a written test on the vocabulary and purpose of the game of golf. The students increase knowledge of golf terminology and maintain a high activity level during the game.
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Balloon-Powered Car

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Attractive and logical instructions are provided for constructing a balloon-powered car. Young physical scientists measure the distance their car travels and record it on a pre-printed data sheet. The make alterations to improve the...
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The Brain: Control Central

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students investigate the brain as the organ that regulates all of their physical, emotional, and cognitive responses. Some of the components of mental illness are examined inn this instructional activity.
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Flight Dreams - Flight Factors

For Teachers Pre-K - 6th
Students investigate the physics of flight by experimenting in class.  In this history of flight lesson, students define terms such as gravity, lift, and drag in order to better understand how a plane is able to stay in the air....
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Science Lessons for Grade 11

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars explore different activities in biology, physics and chemistry. In this science instructional activity, students examine chromosomes using a microscope and explain their significance in sustaining life on Earth. They...
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Principles Of Flight: Wings That Spin

For Teachers K - 1st
Young scholars discover how flight is possible.  In this physics lesson, students investigate the properties of a blimp and gyro-copter, comparing rotating wings and fixed wings of aircraft.  Young scholars create their own...
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Just "Kid"ding Around: The Truth About Goats

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Young scholars examine goats, and read a book based on their history. In this animal lesson plan, students discover the history of the goat, and complete several activities based on the young scholars' knowledge of the animal.
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Bean Bag Clean-up

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students view signs posted in corners of the gym. Each sign indicates a color and a locomotor skill. When they hear music, students pick up a bean bag, take it to its corresponding color while performing the specified locomotor skill....
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Long Rope Jumping

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students participate in long rope jumping. For this physical education lesson, students use four cones and a long rope to complete several activities. One students has the role of a "turner" and their partner is the "jumper." Each...
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Compact Fluorescent Lamp Experiments

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct a series of experiment on incandescent and fluorescent bulbs. For this physics lesson, students explain how they operate. They compare the efficiency and power rating of both bulbs.
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Battery Charger

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explain how battery chargers work. In this physics lesson, students discuss the two main ways that vehicles get charged. They build their own battery charger.
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Rechargeable Batteries

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore how rechargeable batteries work by conducting a series of experiments. In this physics lesson, students discuss the benefits of using rechargeable batteries over disposable ones. They build their own battery charger...
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Contact Angle. Interfacial Tension and Wetting

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars determine the contact angle of water on different surfaces. In this physics lesson, students calculate their percent error using a mathematical formula. They explain the advantages of using non-wetting surface for certain...
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Running

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students participate in team activities and drills to practice running types and techniques such as high knee, skip running, back kick, big stride, etc... They participate in a 50 meter dash, relay race, and agility race.
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Essential Nutrients - Daily Guides

For Teachers All
List the recommended dietary guidelines and explain their function and implementation. (The guidelines are listed below) National Standards 14.3.1 Aim for fitness Aim for a healthy weight Be physically active each day