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- 9th - 12th
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Students read an article on anthrax and complete a series of cloze activities related to the article. Full Review »
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- 5th - 9th
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Students examine the parts of flowers and how they reproduce. They dissect flowers and observe the reproductive organs. They observe the anthers and ovaries of Tiger Lilies under a microscope. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students delve into the Progressive Era and the reformers that made a great difference in the struggles that made the United States what we know it to be today. This unit of eleven lessons combines reading writing, and current events to develop the point Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore genetic engineering and it biological and ethical implications. By conducting experiments with genetically engineered corn and plain corn they determine the difference in taste. Students also discover the effects of herbicides by planting two group of soybeans, one sprayed and the other to left to grow naturally. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the way all living things are connected to one another. In groups, they participate in experiments in which they analyze the chemical processes through the biosphere and explain the role of energy. They also brainstorm reasons for the trash problem in America and explain the various ways to dispose of solid waste. To end the lesson, they research the ways humans lead to the extinction of plants and animals. Full Review »
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- 4th - 5th
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Students are introduced to the environmental hazards their community is facing. In groups, they develop a list of the ways humans have changed the Earth and how these changes have lead to environmental hazards. They record their observations on what types of pollution they see during a week and graph the results. To end the lesson, they role-play the various roles within a food chain and how insecticides can interupt the cycle. Full Review »
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- 5th - 6th
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Students discuss the characteristics of a hazardous waste site and how they can cause health problems to humans. In groups, they research the various ways to deal with the hazardous materials and read recent articles on the subject. To end the lesson, they discuss the role of environmental groups and the government in dealing with this issue. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students examine the roles of the immune system in keeping the body healthy. They see how engineers contribute to this process by creating antibiotics, and vaccinations. They discuss how an astronauts' immune system may be suppressed during a space flight. They complete an activity in which they design a thermometer and complete a temperature conversion chart. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are introduced to a scenario, and students use an inquiry-based learning module to generate questions, draft a research plan, and generate possible solutions. They create a dossier on each of three identified cases. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students investigate the history of disease prevention and the pioneers in the field. They study the major childhood diseases and determine the state of their own immunization record. They research communicable and noncommunicable diseases, and how both are transmitted. Full Review »
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