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- 9th - 12th
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Students research the nutritional value of fast food. They assess which fast foods are best and worst to eat. They organize their data into tables and graphs and explain their findings to other students. Full Review »
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- 6th - 7th
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Students, in groups, participate in a neighborhood walk, examining the natural features, traffic, streets and land use. They report their findings back to the class. Full Review »
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- 5th - 6th
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Students role-play the roles of community members in which they are concerned with a proposed building project. They discuss whether or not to permit this project. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students identify the basic components necessary for biodiversity, the critical and countless benefits of habitats, as well as the serious present and future threats to their ongoing existence. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students discuss Hominid evolution through various websites and other resources. They examine online fossil skulls, discuss the use of tools by ancient man, and look for examples of sophisticated tools built by man. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students classify zones of vegetation and climate in Hawaii. They create maps of the ahupua`a in which their school is located. They also match the native organisms to the zones where they can be found. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students examine how the Mariana Trench's natural assets could affect communities worldwide. They analyze a map, identify the location and features of the Mariana Trench, explore various websites, and create a public awareness poster advocating the importance of the Mariana Trench. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students use a mock archaeological site to dig up artifacts. They read an article about artifacts found in Syria. They develop a list of artifacts that are related to specific sites in the community. They create an exhibition of these artifacts. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students investigate the greenhouse effect and examine the potential effects of climate change in the Arctic. They construct a mini-greenhouse and test its effect on temperature, analyze historical climate statistics, and conduct an experiment about the insulating properties of sea ice. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine how scientists analyze data to plan projects to restore environmental resources damaged by pollution. They read background information on the Christina River Project, analyze data, and complete a worksheet. Full Review »

