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Digestive System
Students explore the parts of the digestive system. Using interactive spreadsheet software, students observe, name and describe the function of each part of the digestive system. Students may work individually or in pairs.
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The Bee Tree
Students engage in a variety of activities arranged around the reading of the book "The Bee Tree". This book will help students to understand the purpose of how an ecosystem can work together and that organisms influence each other for...
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Farm Animals
First graders use this Web Quest to find out about 6 different farm animals. They explore what each animal eats and what food humans get from each animal. They study about are pigs, sheep, goats, horses, cows, and chickens.
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Titration and Molarity
Students investigate the concept of molarity and its relationship to the concentration of a solution. After mixing chemical solutions, they calculate how many moles of acid and base should be in each solution. They record their results...
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Math, Chemistry, and Food
Students explore the effects of chemical reactions when cooking. Using the Internet, they research enzymes and then mix jello. They examine their results and test enzyme activity by adding pineapple to the jello. Finally, they test...
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Fluidity in Motion Using Alice
Students investigate how the Alice program works and how to program characters. In this programming lesson students use their characters to create a short scene.
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How Many Pancake Tortoises
In this mathematics lesson, 3rd graders estimate how many pancake tortoises they think it will take to reach the height of a giraffe. Students watch a video and take notes before they begin the estimation process
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High in the Sky
Sixth graders explore the concept of constellations. In this constellations lesson, 6th graders research Internet and print sources regarding constellations, particularly those that are named for mythological creatures. Students compose...
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Trout across America
Students research trout and salmon and create a report. In this trout and salmon lesson plan, students research where trout live in the United States, fill out a graphic organizer, and create a report on their findings.
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Strategies to Overcome Gender Bias in the Machine Shop: Knurling
Students demonstrate the use of a knurling tool. For this machine shop technique lesson, students will demonstrate safety as they properly use the knurling tool to create a diamond knurl and a straight knurl on a cylindrical piece of...
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Parts of a Tree
Second graders examine the parts of a tree and their uses. In this tree lesson, 2nd graders view diagrams of tree parts. Students label a blank tree and discuss the use for each part of the tree.
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Feelin' Hot, Hot Hot!
Students explore human anatomy by researching first aid care. In this heat related injury lesson, students discuss the problems extreme temperatures can cause on the human body if left untreated. Students define the different injuries,...
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Peas In A Pod: Mendelian Genetics
Students complete a series of lessons where they learn about the basics of genetics, fill out Punnett Squares correctly, and solve reality based problems. In this genetics lesson plan, students have worksheets that are provided.
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Wisconsin Snapshots
Fourth graders study Wisconsin's culture and heritage. They research the state's symbols and identify leaves common to the Wisconsin area. They create a leaf booklet and visit the state park. They visit local farms and create nature maps...
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The Mean, Median, and Mode Chain Gang
Students analyze a set of data. They work in cooperative groups and use chain links to identify the mean, median, and mode of the chain.
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Keep It Movin'!
Learners conduct an experiment to study friction. They complete a KWL chart on friction and conduct an activity about the amount of friction on a moving object. To conclude, pupils create a table or graph of the data collected and they...
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Exploring the Universe
Learners conduct Internet research to find information about each planet and present their findings to the class. Students research statistical information and two interesting facts about each planet, then create a multimedia...
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Formation of Volcanoes
Ninth graders explore the process of different volcanoes and how plate tectonics plays a role. In this volcanic activity students complete several assignments on plate tectonics.
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Creating Summaries
Fourth graders generate written summaries from non-fiction articles. In this writing lesson plan, 4th graders determine what must be included in writing a good summary and then work in small groups to construct summaries after...
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Peanut Mining
Third graders simulate the mining of an ore using peanuts. They discuss the implications of using resources that cannot be renewed. They make peanut butter and sample the product.
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Nomads
Students explore how math and science are used in various careers. They research individuals who have contributed to the specified career field. Students examine mathematicians and scientists who have made contributions in their career.
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Alternative Power Project
Tenth graders identify existing forms of energy and create possible solutions to resource limitations.
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SIM Ecosystem
Students identify and interpret the concept of an ecosystem and the potential impact humans have on ecosystems. They also proficient in organized and methodical Internet searches. Finally, students become proficient with public...
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Keep that Zip! Nutrients: Zinc, Iron, Protein
Students explain the importance of zinc, iron and protein. In this biology lesson, students create a brochure containing information about the three nutrients. They share their brochure in class.