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Pbs Teachers:african Penguins
Observe the characteristics and behaviors of African penguins. Watch two kids use the scientific method to determine how three different stimuli affect the behavior of African penguins living at their local aquarium.
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Pbs Teachers: Weevils
Explore how melaleuca trees are taking over the Florida Everglades. Watch young scientists use the scientific method to learn how weevils are slowing the spread of melaleuca trees in the Everglades.
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Pbs Teachers: Canine Intelligence
Observe the behavior of two different dogs. See how two kids use the scientific method to determine which of their dogs is better at solving problems.
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Pbs Teachers: Colorblind Dogs
Discover what "agility dogs" are, and learn how they are trained. Watch two kids use the scientific method to find out if dogs can see colors.
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Pbs Teachers: Rabbits
Observe various breeds of rabbits to determine the similarities and differences across breeds. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out what kinds of activities are best suited for specific breeds of rabbits.
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Pbs Teachers:coconauts
Consider the different types of foods space explorers can eat. Watch how three kids used the scientific method to learn how a coconut is affected by outer space.
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Pbs Teachers:mars
Consider the possiblity that there may be life on Mars. Watch kids use the scientific method to learn how an orbiting satellite can find water underneath the surface of Mars.
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Pbs Teachers:makeup
Find out what ingredients are commonly used in cosmetics and how makeup is made. Watch two kids use the scientific method to find the perfect lip gloss formula. [5:11]
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Pbs Teachers: Kites
Compare and contrast different kites while watching kids use the scientific method to learn how a kite's shape affects its performance. [8:55]
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Pbs Teachers: Kelp Forest
Learn about kelp forests and observe animals that live in these forests. Watch two kids use the scientific method to find out if larger animals live at the top of the kelp forest or at the bottom.
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Pbs Teachers:hockey
Examine different types of hockey sticks while watching kids use the scientific method to learn how a hockey stick's flex affects shooting power and accuracy.
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Pbs Teachers: Midway Games
Explore how knowledge about motion, forces and energy can help you succeed. Watch kids use the scientific method to figure out how they can win carnival games. [5:29]
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Pbs Teachers: Wind Tunnel
Discover how researchers use wind tunnels to test automobiles and airplanes. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out which vehicle shape is the most aerodynamic. [6:06]
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Pbs Teachers:gems
Observe kids building a robot. See how they use the scientific method to figure out how they can design a robot that moves quickly and turns in a tight circle.
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Pbs Teachers:f Scale
Examine the destruction caused by a tornado in Wisconsin. Watch kids use the scientific method to figure out how to determine the strength of a tornado.
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Pbs Teachers: Whitewater Rafting
Explore how water flows through a river. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out why there are rapids in one area of a river and calm areas in another. [7:12]
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Pbs Teachers: Kayaking
Learn how water speed determines how rocks, sand and gravel are deposited along a riverbed. Watch two kids use the scientific method to find out why there are different rocks in different rapids.
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Pbs Teachers:caves
Explore the California Cavern. Watch two kids use the scientific method to determine how formations change as they travel into deeper parts of a cave.
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Pbs Teachers: Mountain Bike
Observe the landscape in Moab, Utah. Watch kids use the scientific method to investigate why the bicycle trails in Moab are so different.
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Pbs Teachers: Forecasting
Investigate how people predicted the weather in the days before Doppler radar and computers. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out if you can use folklore to predict the weather.
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Pbs Kids: Dragonfly Tv: Tornadoes
Explore how tornadoes form. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out if sidewinds or updrafts are more likely to form a tornado.
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Pbs Teachers:model Airplanes
Explore how the wings of an airplane create lift and affect maneuverability. Watch two kids use the scientific method to find out how wing shape affects a plane's performance. [9:20]
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Pbs Teachers: Forensics
Watch kids use forensic science to solve a crime mystery. Discover how forensic scientists use fingerprints and splatter analysis.
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Pbs Teachers:coral Castle
Explore simple machines. See how two kids used the scientific method to find out how a block and tackle, lever, pulley and winch could be used to build Florida's Coral Castle.