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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore cranberry farming in Massachusetts and the rest of the nation. They research on challenges facing cranberry farming industry and then write reflection papers on optimum pest control methods from the perspective of a small farm owner. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students study the characteristics of wetlands. They are introduced to terms and different examples of wetlands. The hands-on activity reinforces the different parts of the wetlands, and provides a working model of a wetland. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students list and discuss positive and negative effects of wildland fire. They discuss relationships among ecosystems and fire. They participate in role-playing activities related to wildland fire management. Full Review »
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- 2nd - 5th
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Students explore agriculture and the current technologies and research that continue to make Earth a viable planet. This four lessons unit introduce students to simple machines and the concepts of force and friction through a variety of hands-on acti Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students compare the flora present in a small bog in Pennsylvania with those found in the bog in the 1980's. They decide if any of the new flora are weeds invading the area. Full Review »
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- 2nd
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Students are introduced to the diverse environments found in Ohio. They perform a variety of investigations to deepen their understanding of plants and animals that reside in these areas. They will explore the needs of plants and animals, the predator-prey relationship and how plants and animals are affected by Ohio's seasonal changes. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students explore the aspects which made the Ancient Celtic culture distinct. They summarize and synthesize what they believe to be the important aspects of Ancient Celtic culture through visual representation. They explore how the different aspects of Celtic culture are not mutually exclusive. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students examine a quote from George W. Bush's recent speech on space exploration. They evaluate one writer's stance on Bush's space exploration goals by reading and discussing "Plea to Policy Makers: Let's Take Another Giant Step." In groups, students research past presidents' space exploration proposals and programs. They then synthesize their understanding of Bush's space exploration goals by acting in a presidential panel. Full Review »
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- 4th
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Students create an exhibit for an animal in a zoo. In pairs, students research an environment in which an animal lives. They present their exhibit to their classmates. Students participate in a "biome fair." Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students examine the relationship between human health and forest ecology. They explore the inquiry-based method by conducting learning activities that reflect fire, plant and animal adaptation, food webs, food chains, components of fire and fire extinguishers, and the anatomy of the human lung. Full Review »

