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Digital History

Digital History: Defining the Presidency

For Students 9th - 10th
George Washington, as the first president, molded the office in a way that served as a model for later leaders. Read about the precedents he set forth
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A&E Television

History.com: The Surprising Origins of 7 Classic Toys

For Students 9th - 10th
Many childhood memories include hours spent molding Play-Doh, or watching a Slinky glide down the stairs, or marveling at the transfer of a newspaper comic to a simple wad of Silly Putty. But those famous novelty toys didn't start out as...
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BioEd Online

Bio Ed Online: Air, Atmosphere and Living Systems

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This unit includes a complete set of science lessons that enable students to creatively explore basic concepts related to air and the atmosphere, air quality, and associated issues, such as allergens in the places we live, study and work.
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Virtual Museum of Canada

Virtual Museum of Canada: The Fungus Among Us

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is full of easy to understand information about fungi. From science to folklore and funky facts there is something for everyone.
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe Biology: Funguslike Protists: Self Check Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Answer these five multiple-choice questions about fungus-like protists. After answers are submitted, students can review their mistakes.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Protist

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia provides information on the biological kingdom protista, including a list of different divisions of the kingdom.
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Learn the Issues: Health & Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides real-world issues as well as the scientific research and technology used to support the EPA's mission to protect human health and safeguard the natural environment.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating Fossils and Living Organisms

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
For this lab, students will observe and compare fossils with living organisms by making a "fossil" and comparing it to a real fossil and the "organism" it was made from.
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National Institute of Educational Technologies and Teacher Training (Spain)

Ministerio De Educacion: Microbiologia 2 Bachillerato

For Students 9th - 10th
This unit will allow you to have a broader idea about microorganism, people and the ecosystem. It contains 16 interactive activities.
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J. Paul Getty Trust

J. Paul Getty Museum: Glassmaking in Antiquity

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful illustrated article that describes various glass forms created over the years, from ancient times through the eleventh century A.D. Intriguing videos on ancient glassmaking techniques accompany the article, making this an...
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American Academy of Family Physicians

Family doctor.org: Allergic Rhinitis

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about all types of allergies and allergic reactions. Article includes symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common allergies. For auditory learners, a read-aloud feature is also available.
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Other

Salem, Massachusetts: Greek Revival 1825 1850

For Students 9th - 10th
Salem, Massachusetts presents a line drawing of a Greek Revival house with labels detailing the unique features of this style. The text section expands on the information.
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Other

Insurance Information Institute: Homeowners Insurance Info

For Students 9th - 10th
The Insurance Information Institute is a nonprofit fact-finding organization dedicated to improving public understanding of property and casualty insurance. Explore homeowner's insurance basics, buying home insurance, filing a claim, and...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Protist Kingdom

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Introduction to the diverse protist kingdom.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Biology: Fungi and Human Disease

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of human diseases caused by fungi.
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Texas A&M University

Texas Greenhouse Management: Handbook: Growing Media

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive list of growing media from the Texas A&M Dept. of Horticulture.
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McGill University

Mc Gill U.: Integrated Management of Apple Pests

For Students 9th - 10th
Site describes rusts(which are a type of fungus)on apple trees, discusses the disease and how to treat it.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Foundry Workers

For Students 9th - 10th
Drawings on the tomb of Rekhmire show the various tasks the foundry workers did in the process of working with molten metal. Read about the materials, tools, and working conditions of these craftsmen.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ancient Glass at the Getty

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from the The J. Paul Getty Museum describes its ancient glasswork pieces. The purpose of each glasswork, along with each piece's historical significance are discussed.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 6.10 Fungi Classification

For Students 9th - 10th
Understand the behaviors, characteristics, and classification of fungi.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Math + Arts: Abstract Sculpture & the Attributes of Cubes

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
In this instructional activity, students will create cubes and identify the attributes of a cube, including discussion of edges, faces, vertices, and angles. Teacher resources are provided.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Biology for Kids: Protists

For Students 1st - 9th
On this site, investigate the organisms called protists in the science of biology including types, what they eat, algae, slime molds, and amoebas.
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Why Do People Have Seasonal Allergies?

For Students 9th - 10th
Ah, spring. Grass growing, flowers blooming, trees budding. For those with allergies, though, this explosion of new life probably inspires more dread than joy. So what's behind this annual onslaught of mucus? Eleanor Nelsen explains what...
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Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: Your House: How to Make It Asthma Safe

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn how to control the triggers in your house that make asthma worse by reading this article for kids.

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