What do Russian nesting dolls have to do with physics? They make a great demonstration tool for explaining Dr. Sylvester James Gates, Jr.'s string theory to young scientists. A two-part lesson first introduces learners to Dr. Gates'...

In this physics worksheet, students analyze and solve gate circuit problems. They solve and write short answers to 22 questions on circuits.

For this electrical circuit worksheet, students draw a schematic design and build a circuit board to grasp the understanding of insulated gate field effect transistors before answering a series of 39 open-ended questions that include...

In this transistor worksheet learners investigate what an insulated gate bipolar transistor is and answer 5 detailed questions about their application and structure

Students assess how to construct all possible circuits out of Nand gates. They divide into groups and are given a set of manipulatives to organize and explain the operation of a Nand gate. Each group recognizes the need to construct...

Help your class make a connection between salt water and nanoscience. In the introductory activity of a seven-part unit, the class explores why salt water helps a sore throat feel better. Pupils conduct preliminary research about the...

The second segment of a seven-part series reviews the challenge of determining whether gargling with salt water helps a sore throat. Individuals journal what they know about the challenge and what they are trying to figure out to...

For this physics worksheet, learners complete circuit true tables and solve 67 questions on Boolean algebra. They identify different logic gate circuits.

In this endangered species worksheet, students will read 10 statements about alligators and determine if the statement is a fact or an opinion. Then students answer 1 short answer question.

High school physical scientists collide with motion. They work in pairs to design a paper car that will protect a raw egg during a head-on collision. Measurements of distance traveled, time of run, vehicle specs, and photo gate flags are...

Challenge your class with an amazing set of ideas that really put the project back into project-based learning. It all starts with a whole class research task. Each learner will look up and take notes on multiple facets of things that...

Students explore the concept of action potential and its effects on voltage-gated channels. Students compare and contrast a flushing toilet to an action. They examine its effects on the population of voltage-gated channels.

In this electrical circuit worksheet, students answer a series of 17 questions using a Karnaugh map to generate a Boolean expression, and identify logic gates and functions. This worksheet is printable and the answers are available on-line.

Young scholars explain the concepts of tension and compression, and then state the purpose of suspension bridges. They also study some of the most famous suspension bridges in North America.

Young scientists play tag as they act out the food pyramid in the ocean ecosystem. Energy circles pass from the smaller prey to the predators and at the end of the activity, a data chart and analysis questions allow pupils to apply their...

Although these slides are incomplete, there are some useful details about relays, gates, and output devices such as LED and buzzers. Use the slides to display definitions of various electronic components.  

Attracted class members to an activity-packed journey through the science behind the invisible forces at work all around us. From jump rope generators to junkyard wars, there's never a dull moment when eighth grade physics scholars...

Make your own bite-size glacier! A resource teaches about the formation and melting of ice. Activities include videos, a hands-on activity where your pupils build glaciers, and a photographic analysis to teach individuals the chilling...

In this nervous tissue worksheet, students list and describe the functions of the nervous system and its two principle parts. Then they list and give the function and location of the six types of glial cells. Students also describe two...

Students assess how to employ simple logic in digital circuits and are introduced to Boolean algebra. They divide up into groups and are given several key ingredients to practice and differentiate different types of logic gates.

Students view a video clip about bridges. They examine the cables that stablize the Golden Gate Bridge. They relate this concept to elevators.

Incorporate art and poetry into an early elementary science lesson about cloud formation. With fun and engaging activities that follow a natural learning progression, youngsters will develop key vocabulary and conceptual understanding...

In this circuit worksheet students complete a series of short answer questions using circuit diagrams to show the input and output of different switches. 

Hands-on experience with valves and water flow supports young researchers' understanding of valve operation. Attached resources for learners are text-dense; I'd break up the text into smaller pieces for groups to read and present...