University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: John Dalton's Notation
This is part of a small radio show at the University of Houston. It talks about how John Dalton came up with his version of chemical notation, and how it differs from our version of it today. It is available in audio form also.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Cereal Magnets
In this activity, students will design a process that removes the most iron from the cereal. This activity is meant for the students to experiment with different materials using what they know about iron, magnets, and forces to design...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: What Is Energy?
With an introduction to the ideas of energy, students discuss specific types of energy and the practical sources of energy. Hands-on activities help them identify types of energy in their surroundings and enhance their understanding of...
Technovation
Curiosity Machine: Challenges: Build a Self Powered Rocket
A challenge where students will launch a small object using a chemical reaction. The site contains tips, a lesson plan, and a place for students to document their engineering design process.
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: Percy Julian
Brief profile of the life of African American chemist Percy Julian. Entry relates Julian's desire to achieve against the odds of early 20th century prejudice and discrimination.
Other
California Energy Commission: Solar Energy Science Projects [Pdf]
Four science projects in which students learn how solar energy works and how thermal energy is transferred and utlized in a solar air heater, a solar water heater, a solar hot dog cooker, and a solar cell.