Lesson Plan
The Tech Interactive

The Tech Museum of Innovation: Animal Rescue [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Scientists often need to gather information in order to form a deeper understanding of the problem. Can your team gather scientific evidence to help inform the design of a device that will help move endangered animals from one protected...
Handout
Math Science Nucleus

K 12 Animated Science Storybooks

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A resource that discusses various science topics in an interactive storybook form. Flash player is needed to view stories.
Handout
Math Science Nucleus

K 12 Animated Science Storybooks

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A resource that discusses various science topics in an interactive storybook form.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Speed Skating

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed article includes a history of speed skating, information on rules, different tracks and competitions, and links form more information. A good starting point for students researching this Winter Olympics sport.
Unit Plan
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Tree House Weather Kids: Clouds and Moisture: Rain, Snow, Sleet, and Hail

For Students 3rd - 8th
Animated resource teaches young researchers about the different forms of precipitation.
Website
Columbia University

Scientific Background on the Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features information and related links that can be used by students and scientists to understand the events that led to the December 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.