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Exploring Habitats

For Teachers 1st
Students analyze the difference between the human habitat and the different habitats of animals in the six lessons of this unit. The students' imaginations and literature are used to explore important aspects of the living environments...
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Pages Out of the Past

For Teachers 1st - 8th
Students examine examples of rock art and the reasons why they were made. They translate the images into a creative writing piece that be attached to their own rock art.
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A Twist On American Symbolism

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars discover how and why flag and national anthem of the United States were created, and in what ways they represent the foundation of our national identity.
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Bats

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students examine the migration patterns of the long-nosed bat. They identify threats to the animal and the plants bats help pollinate. They participate in a game to help them with the information.
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How To Make a Rainstick

For Teachers K - 5th
Students research the uses of rainsticks in ancient native cultures. The teacher discusses the ceremonies rainsticks were traditionally used in. The students then construct their own rainstick.
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Fruit Bingo

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars review their notes on fruit as provided by the teacher. They then play a game called Fruit Bingo to identify the different types of fruit and their classifications. Each student receivec a bingo card. Finally, students...
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Insect Collection

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate about various biological aspects of life, while examining desert insect species. They see the diverse range of species that live in the desert, despite the apparent lack of life in the desert. students tocomprehend...
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Paint the States - 50 & D.C.

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students select and research a state as an individual project and present their findings to the class. Then, they write a one page paper and create a collage or painting of their state on a mural. Finally, students create and illustrate...
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Polymerase Chain Reaction and DNA Profiling

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine DNA fingerprinting and polymerase chain reaction and how they are used in everyday life and for criminal investigations. They discover how these techniques can also be used to answer ecological and evolutionary questions.
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Oddball Out: Plants and Animals

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this problem solving worksheet, students analyze a row of pictures of various plants and animals to determine which creature is different from the others pictured.
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Oddball Out: Animals

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
For this problem solving worksheet, students analyze a row of pictures of various animals to determine which creature is different from the others pictured.
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Oddball Out: Plants

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this problem solving worksheet, pupils analyze a row of pictures of various plants and conifers to determine which creature is different from the others pictured.
Worksheet
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Collared Peccary (Javelina)

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this animal facts worksheet, students learn about the only wild, native, pig like animal found in the United States. Students learn facts about the Collard Peccary by reading the worksheet.
Worksheet
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Irregular Plural Nouns

For Students 2nd - 5th
In this irregular plural noun learning exercise, learners change 9 nouns to their plural form. All nouns are irregular and cannot be formed by adding an "s" or "es."
Organizer
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Relationships and Biodiversity Lab Practice

For Students 9th - 12th
In this biodiversity worksheet, students determine the relationship and complete the evolutionary tree for the plants listed. Students review genetic code and DNA sequencing. This worksheet has 1 graphic organizer, 8 multiple choice, and...
Interactive
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Explorit's Biology Quiz

For Students 4th - 5th
In this biology worksheet, students complete a five question multiple choice on-line interactive quiz about animal and plant biology.
Interactive
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Explorit's Garden Quiz: How Does Your Garden Grow?

For Students 5th - 6th
In this plants worksheet, students complete a 6 question multiple choice quiz about gardening, plants and agriculture. This is an online interactive worksheet.
Worksheet
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All, Half, Most and None Exercises

For Students 4th - 5th
In this word choice activity, learners read the sentences and complete them with the words all, half, most, or none. Students complete 14 online examples.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Cactus

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the physical features of different cacti, the variety of habitats where they can live, their distribution, evolution, taxonomy, and conservation status. (Published: January 10, 2011)
eBook
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Brazilian Cacti Project: Status Survey and Conservation Action Plan

For Students 9th - 10th
A document concerning the status of cacti and succulent plants in the wild.
Website
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National Park Service: Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in the Sonoran Desert, in Arizona, was declared a national monument to preserve the ecological wonders it houses. Peruse the history, culture, nature and science. Teachers, be sure to check out the...
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Animal Diversity Web: Peromyscus Eremicus (Cactus Mouse)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web describes the natural history of the cactus mouse, including its geographical range, physical characteristics, natural habitat, reproduction, and behavior.
Handout
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National Park Service: Explore Nature: Views: Sonoran Desert: Organ Pipe Cactus

For Students 9th - 10th
Snapshot reference on the Sonoran Desert organ pipe cactus describes its appearance, growth, and location.
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Khan Academy: Selective Pressures on Cacti Needle Length

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a passage about selective pressures on cacti needle length and answer the follow-up questions.

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