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AIDS Statistics

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students identify the different transmission methods of AIDS. In this health science lesson, students create bar graphs about AIDS related issues. They present their work in class.
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Improving Literacy in the Biology Classroom via Genetic Disorders

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students read, write and reflect on Science articles, this approach will promote both literacy and critical thinking skills. Critical thinking skills learned in the science classroom from these activities will impact students in many...
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Meteor, Meteoroid, Meteorite: What's the Difference?

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Pupils explore the difference between a meteor, meteorite and meteoroid. For this space science lesson, students first read information about these space bodies. Pupils make Comet Cookies and use them to model a meteor shower with a lamp...
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Growing Clean Air Neck Pet

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
Students complete a germination activity to explore plants. For this plant science lesson, students create a neck pet that contains germinated seed to learn about the needs of plants. Students grow the seed inside their plant pet necklace.
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The Role of Fire in Healthy Prairie, Brush and Forest Lands

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students create a Venn diagram to compare and contrast wildfires and prescribed fires. For this earth science lesson, students conduct a series of experiment to explore fire characteristics. They describe favorable conditions to start a...
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Forces, Loads, Materials, Shapes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students investigate forces, loads, materials and shapes as they relate to science. In this science lesson, students differentiate between the basic definitions required to perform a scientific experiment. They answer questions dealing...
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Fisheries

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research and report on the ocean's problems of disappearing or diminishing species around the world. students examine ecosystems and food chains and present their findings to a mock panel of science experts.
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Mapping Data Made Manageable

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students explore how to select unbiased random samples as they choose report data to include on maps. They propose methods for choosing random numbers and discuss their advantages and disadvantages. They consider bias in science.
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Leaf Magic

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders adopt a deciduous tree in September, and begin regular observations of their tree. They create a timeline to show how leaves change color and conduct a science experiment to illustrate color change.
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Casual Pattersn in Air Pressure Phenomena

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students experiment with a jar, plastic bag and a rubber band to perform a science experiment. Students study the photocopy of Thinking About Relational Causality. Students explore the concept of a pressure-related phenomenon that...
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The Beet Goes On

For Teachers 1st - 5th Standards
Root vegetables inspire the series of activities included here. Class members participate in activities related to language arts, social studies, science, visual art, and math. At first, the long list might feel overwhelming; however,...
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Gravity In The Universe

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students assess and explore gravity in the Universe via several short video lessons. They analyze why this science matters and the history of Sir Isaac Newton's law of gravity. A variety of questions are asked within this lesson for each...
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Agriculture Scavenger Hunt

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this science worksheet, students find the words that are related to the finding of terms and information about agriculture for ten questions. The answers are on page 3.
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Common North American Mammals Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, students find the names of 20 common North American mammals in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each animal.
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African Hoofed Mammals Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, students find the names of 20 African hoofed mammals in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each mammal.
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African Dogs and Cats Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, students find the names of 14 African dogs and cats in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each animal.
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Common Marine Mammals Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, young scholars find the names of 20 common marine mammals in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each mammal.
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Common Amphibians and Reptiles Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
For this science worksheet, students find the names of 20 common amphibians and reptiles in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each species.
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Common Pond Birds Word Search

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, students find the names of 20 common pond birds in a word search puzzle. The word bank has a detailed color drawing of each bird.
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Mammal and Bird Identification Cards

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this science worksheet, learners examine 16 detailed color pictures of birds and mammals. Students identify each species. The answers are provided upside down at the bottom of the page.
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Who Am I? (Plant Identification)

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, students study 16 detailed color pictures of plant species. Students identify each plant. There is no space to write the name of the plant and it is assumed this is done orally. Answers are provided upside down...
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Who Am I? Fish Identification

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science worksheet, students examine 16 detailed pictures of different species of fish. Students identify each fish. There is no room to write the name under the picture. It is assumed this is an oral activity, although there are...
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Word Search: African Hoofed Mammals

For Teachers 4th - 5th
For this science worksheet, students examine 20 detailed color pictures with the name of an African hoofed mammal. Students locate the names in a word search puzzle.
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Word Search: African Reptiles and Amphibians

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this science worksheet, students examine 16 labeled color pictures of African reptiles and amphibians. Students locate the names in a word search puzzle.