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Mycorrhiza
Students examine the symbiotic relationship between fungus and plants. In this ecosystem lesson students complete several mycorrhiza experiments.
Curated OER
Exothermic Rehydration of Gypsum
Students observe exothermic reactions in the lab using plaster. In this chemistry lesson, students collect data from their experimental set up every five minutes. They explain the different stages in the hardening of plaster.
Curated OER
Cracking Codes and Ciphers
Students explore different codes and ciphers including Morse Code, Egyptian Hieroglyphs, and the Alphabet. They discuss how and why codes are used. Students create their own code and message to exchange with classmates.
Curated OER
My 2011 Resolution: Investigate Mathematics of Calendars and Fitness
Ring in the new year with interdisciplinary units related to the development of calendars and getting fit.
Curated OER
Political Traditions
Young scholars compare and contrast the political institutions in Greece, Rome, and the United States. In groups, they take this information to determine the influences on James Madison when organizing the republic. They develop a...
Curated OER
Constructing a Wardrobe
Sixth graders compare and contrast storage spaces of the past and present. They examine how furniture tells us how people lived, and work in pairs to design and construct a contemporary wardrobe that fits their personal needs.
Curated OER
WHAT HOLDS US TO EARTH?
Students they imagine they are Galileo and try to duplicate Galileo's experiments and results.
Curated OER
In Search of Cosmic Rays
Students compare rates to altitude. They conduct a class discussion about the results.
Curated OER
Clash of the Canadian Titans
Students research how individual Canadians have contributed to Canada and do a presentation.
Lin and Don Donn
Mr. Donn: Ancient Greek and Roman Gods and Goddesses
A listing of Greek Gods and Goddesses and their Roman counterparts as well as what each God represented. Click on each name to access a more detailed description.
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize: What Do We Know About Ancient Greek Culture?
Learn about ancient Greek culture including the theatre, architecture, sculpture, pottery, and festivals.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Gods
Wonderful resource for kids provides an overview of Greek Gods and Goddesses in ancient Greek society. Provides animated examples and facts about each one. Includes teacher resources.
Online Learning Haven
Online Learning Haven: Ancient Greek Art
Brief article on Greek art and architecture and where the Greeks drew influence.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Theatre
Overview of the history of ancient Greek theatre written in a kid-friendly format teaches about the architecutre of the theatre buildings as well as the structure of the plays.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Ancient Greek Philosophers for Kids
History Questions: Ancient Greek Philosophers Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Greek Art for Kids
Kids learn about Ancient Greek Art on this site. Study the classic sculptures of this great civilization.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Ancient Greek Government for Kids
History Questions: Ancient Greek Government Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Ducksters
Ducksters: History: Ancient Greek Timeline for Kids
Kids learn about the events and timeline of the Ancient Greek in history.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Ancient Greek Mythology for Kids
History Questions: Ancient Greek Mythology Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
Birmingham Museums Trust (UK)
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery: Ancient Greece:investigate Real Greek Artifacts
A short digital collection of Ancient Greek artifacts found in the Birmingham Museum. Additionally, find a timeline and activities to enhance study of the ancient civilization.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Architecture
Wonderful overivew of the architecture of ancient and classical Greece provides information and examples for kids of Greek buildings and the three main styles. Resources include worksheets, activities, and quizzes.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Greek Mythology for Kids
On this website, students can learn about the Mythology of Ancient Greece. The history of this world civilization.
Boise State University
Ancient Athens: A Virtual Field Trip
Explore ancient Athens and learn about its culture and democratic government. Visit the Agora, the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Pynx, a typical ancient Greek home, and look at Greek artifacts in museums. There are virtual tours of...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Science
Overview of the history of science in Greece during the Hellenistic age when Greek culture mingled with Persia and many advancements were made. Teacher resources include worksheets, activities and quizzes.