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What's Out There? Space Shuttle Exploration and Simulation

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Young scholars simulate life in space aboard the space shuttle. In this space exploration lesson, students work in small groups to model life aboard the space shuttle. Each student is given a job, conducts Internet research on space, and...
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Do Medicines Grow on Trees and Plants?

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students study the importance of preserving rainforest. They investigate the uses of rainforest plants for medicinal uses by participating in rainforest immersion activities.
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Environmental Quality in Our Own Backyard

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Learners research an environmental issue and decide on a course of action. They write a reseach paper and present an oral presentation based on the research.
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Vote for Me!

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Students conduct a mock presidential interview. In this US presidents lesson, students research the lives of former U.S. presidents and then role play interviews of the "presidents."