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Red Worms Rock!
Second graders measure red worms. In this lesson plan, 2nd graders observe and collect data on red worms. Students measure the red worms and create a graph with the data they collect.
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Log Hotel
Pupils identify how the different plants and animals work together to cause the changes in the log. Students discuss the sequence of events in the life of the tree and log. Pupils plant a seed to take home and care for. Students retell...
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The Nature and Science of Technology
Fifth graders practice using the scientific method by observing and creating mold. In this bacteria lesson, 5th graders experiment creating their own mold and fungus using petri dishes and oatmeal. Students create an...
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Yeasts and Molds: Food Science, Bacteria, Fungi
In this lesson students will consider the characteristics and nature of yeast and molds in order to help them understand how these microorganisms affect food production.
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Compost in a Bag!
Fourth graders experiment to see which objects decompose. In this compost lesson, 4th graders observe the changes of labeled objects in a bag. Leave the objects for one month and record the changes by observation and weight. Students...
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Growing bacteria
Students investigate the growth of bacteria under the right condition. In this biology lesson plan, students observe the growth of bacteria and fungi given the perfect condition to grow. They graph the result and investigate where else...