Activity
University of Texas at Austin

Francais Interactif Les Vacances

For Students 9th - 10th
Weather, seasons, geography, activities - all thins related to vacations presented with extensive vocabulary list, interactive audio, video and interview clips utilizing vocab in context. Has links to important grammatical concepts and...
Activity
University of Texas at Austin

Francais Interactif Greetings, Introductions

For Students 9th - 10th
Introductions and vocabulary and phrases relative to the classroom are presented in interesting audio, video and interview clips. Links to pertinent grammar and internet activities. Great site for listening comprehension and cultural...
Activity
University of Texas at Austin

Francais Interactif Me Voici

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussing families, pastimes, nationalities - telling time all presented with extensive vocabulary lists and utilized in context through audio, video and interview clips - excellent for listening comprehension and cultural exposure. Has...
Article
American Psychological Association

Apa: How Much News Coverage Is Ok for Children?

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This article from the American Psychological Association provides tips about how to limit news exposure after tragic events.
Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Project Ideas: Using Plants to Determine Direction

For Students 3rd - 6th
Don't get lost in the woods. In this plant biology science fair project, students will investigate whether the location of moss growth on trees is a good way to determine cardinal direction. The Science Buddies project ideas are set up...
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National Institutes of Health

Facts About Dietary Supplements Vitamin D

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource on Vitamin D can be found here! Read about what it is, its sources, the recommend intake, Vitamin D deficiency, people who may need extra Vitamin D to prevent deficiencies, and health risks associated with too much...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Everyday Radiation

For Students 9th - 10th
How much radiation are we exposed to every day? Find out in this video segment adapted from FRONTLINE: "Nuclear Reaction." [1:46]
Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Why Do We Have to Wear Sunscreen?

For Students 9th - 10th
You already know that a trip to the beach can give you a nasty sunburn, but the nitty gritty of sun safety is actually much more complex. Wrinkle-causing UVA rays and burn-inducing UVB's can pose a serious risk to your health (and good...
Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Project Ideas: Don't Get Burned: Uv Index Throughout the Day

For Students 3rd - 8th
Sun tanning has a bad rap right now. Use a personal ultraviolet monitor to measure the UV index to prevent getting a sunburn. With this science fair project you will create a chart showing the UV ray measurement at different times of the...
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Other

Web ref.org: Manganese

For Students 9th - 10th
A nice set of paragraphs summarizing basic information on manganese, its properties and applications. Well done links on all technical terms and vocabulary.
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Other

Designs by Nick Finck: The Why and How of Blogging

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you want a simple introduction to blogging? This site utilizes large graphics in a step-by-step format to walk you though what a blog is, some examples of blogs, the tools of blogging, the different types of blogs, and related topics.
Handout
Other

International Cadmium Association: Cadmium

For Students 9th - 10th
The International Cadmium Association offers a very informative site on cadmium applications, environmental concerns, collection, and recycling.
Lesson Plan
Other

Nrc: Unit 2 the Uses of Radiation

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan on the uses of radiation in science, industry, and medicine. Gives many household examples of how radiation is used. Learners will also learn about the NRC's role in regulating radioactive materials.
Article
PBS

Frontline: Three Mile Island: The Judge's Ruling

For Students 9th - 10th
The background behind the nuclear meltdown at Three Mile Island, and information about the lawsuit filed many years later by those affected by the nuclear accident.
Article
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Air Toxics Website Manganese Compounds

For Students 9th - 10th
Very thorough information on manganese. Lists its uses, where it is found, physical properties, and potential health effects.
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Handout
Province of British Columbia

Teaching the Student With Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provides detailed information, in over 15 pages, focusing on teaching students who suffer from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) or Fetal Alcohol Effects (FAE). To access the extensive list of resources and additional pages for teachers, be...
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: For Parents: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This article is helpful in giving facts about fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention. Also available in Spanish by clicking tab "Lea este articulo en Espanol".
Website
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities reminds everyone that, "FAS is 100% preventable if a woman does not drink alcohol while she is pregnant." The condition is described, new reports and findings are...
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities reminds everyone that, "FAS is 100% preventable if a woman does not drink alcohol while she is pregnant." The condition is described, new reports and findings are...
Website
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Radon

For Students 9th - 10th
The EPA defines and explains how radon is a serious indoor air pollutant. Content includes information on how to test for radon, where it is most commonly found, all possible health effects of radon, and how to fix the problem in your home.
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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic: Vitamin D

For Students 9th - 10th
The Mayo Clinic offers a comprehensive overview of vitamin-D. Content includes a look at its background, its uses as a supplement, dosage information, and more.

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