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How do people use ecosystems and their resources?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine how natural resources are reusable, renewable or nonrenewable.  In this ecosystems lesson students see the effects humans have on ecosystems and complete an art lesson activity. 
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Medieval Natural Resources

For Teachers K - 12th
Students identify and research natural resources used in art. In this Renaissance art materials lesson, students look at examples of illuminated manuscripts and learn what materials were used to create the books. Then, students are...
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Fossil Fuels: Facing the Issues

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore energy by researching fuel usage on Earth. In this fossil fuel lesson, students define fossil fuels, the energy created by burning them, and the impact on the environment when using them. Students conduct pollution...
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Mission 6: Renewable Energy

For Students 5th - 6th
In these renewable energy worksheets, students learn about renewable energy and energy sources. Students complete a 23 page packet for the activity.
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U.S. Geography: The Northeast

For Teachers K - 5th
Students investigate U.S. Geography by creating a map in class. For this natural resource lesson, students create a map of the United States and research the Northeast based on their resources and recyclable materials.  Students...
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Watershed Model

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students view a presentation of water and land and how we need to protect our water resources. For this water lesson plan, students discuss how we rely on water, and complete activities in all subjects related to water.
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Exploring Fish Anatomy and Commercial Fishing Gear

For Teachers 1st - 6th
Students investigate commercial fishing by exploring the technical methods.  In this environmental lesson, students identify the fish that are most commonly consumed by humans and trace their path from ocean to plate.  Students...
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Not Just a Corny Idea

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore ways in which ethanol can be created using alternate energy sources.