With Earth Day quickly approaching, as well as many science fairs, why not challenge your class to investigate geothermal energy or other renewable energy resources? There are five driving questions explored in depth here, as well as...

Students participate in a discussion of recent environmental issues affecting their own community or ones nearby. In groups, they research the role of food additives and the purpose of adding them to foods. They also determine their...

Students examine the basics of starch and how it is used in food. In this photosynthesis lesson students experiment with variables that affect starch production in photosynthesis.

Learners examine nutritionally related diseases and illnesses, evaluating studies and developing topics for a science fair project. They investigate bacteria, researching how it can be harmful or helpful, and create illustrated displays.

Learners examine how carnivorous plants get their nutrients from animals.  In this food web instructional activity students examine how the plants attract their prey and are given many onilne sources to research.

As part of an exploration of plants, learners engage in projects to design greenhouses, grow vegetables, and other endeavors. This 20 question activity packet could be used as a classroom mini-lesson or as the start to a long-term project.

Students conduct a series of investigations on the unique properties of water. In this general science lesson, students explain what causes water's surface tension. They explain the different stages in the water cycle.

Students investigate the composting process through a variety of experiments. In this ecology instructional activity, students discuss the benefits of composting. They examine how compost affect plant growth.

Young scholars explore mold, the different types and the health risks that they pose.  In this mycelium lesson students grow different molds and see which type of foods mold the fastest. 

Students investigate how water travels up the stem of vascular plants by using food coloring to stain the xylem of a number of different plants. They know the function of leaves, stems, and root at the end of the experiment.

Students examine fungi and where it comes from.  For this mold lesson students determine the percentage of fruit juice in a fruit then identify the different types of mold.

Pupils conduct a lab experiment using the scientific method. In this interdisciplinary lesson plan, students will test the difference in popping white and yellow corn. Pupils will write their lab report in their science, math, history,...

Students conduct a variety of experiments to explore protein. In this biology lesson, students solve a mystery by testing for the presence of glucose, protein starch and triglycerides. They explain how DNA transcription and translation...

Students study the Venus Flytrap including its habitat and how it eats.  In this ecology lesson students complete several experiments using a Venus Flytrap to see how it reacts to various conditions. 

Students study the types and parts of seeds and how they have evolved.  In this germination lesson students complete experiments that show the effects of variables role in seed germination. 

Students explore how enzymes are important in the chemical reactions of all living things.  For this enzymes and catalysts lesson students complete an activity to see how enzymes change living things.

Students identify habitats and understand why they are important to our environment.  In this environmental lesson students design their own habitat, observe and record data on the impact their habitat has on the environment.

Students examine how to grow plants using a hydroponic system.  In this hydroponics lesson students identify the advantages and disadvantages of growing plants hydrologically.

Students explore vermicomposting, the species of worms needed and the proper climate for it.  In this composting lesson students make their own worm compost bin. 

Students explore biotechnology through various activities. In this biology lesson plan, students analyze its pros and cons. They study and read informative articles about biotechnology.

Students identify the different types of mushrooms. In this biology lesson plan, students explore different mushroom experiments they can do at home. They discuss ways to extend sliced mushrooms' shelf life.

Students study fungus, its reproduction and uses.  In this eukaryote instructional activity students complete several fungal experiments.     

Students examine the advantages and disadvantages of genetic engineering. In this genetics instructional activity students simulate the genetic engineering of a human insulin gene.

Young scholars examine soil erosion and what causes it.  In this soil activity students complete several experiments on soil erosion and the weathering process.