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Simple Machines
Students design objects in the Museum of Modern Art's collection of simple machines. In this simple machines instructional activity, students explore the machine age in the MoMA's design collection. Students identify simple machines and...
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Economics and emissions
Eighth graders produce a manufactured good and monitor energy consumption. In this Math activity, 8th graders practice their basic math and accounting skills. Students participate in a business simulation.
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Nanotech Could Put New Spin on Sports
Twelfth graders study the concept of nanotechnology. In this Modern Technology lesson, 12th graders read an article about the upcoming Nanotechnology. Students create an enhanced sports product.
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NECESSARY WRAPPERS?
Students bring in a packaged item to unwrap. They weigh the pile of packaging and pile of product and determine which weighs more. They identify the source of raw materials for packaging and discuss ways to reduce packaging and overall...