Sixth graders are introduced to online research and beginning PowerPoint presentations that are integrated. They pass a plant and photosynthesis. Students locate information on a self selected animal online. They give a PowerPoint...

Pupils view a video on a culture and list what would be preserved over time.  In this investigative instructional activity students study preservation and what gets preserved in different cultures. 

Students study the balance in the environment needed for ecosystems. They discuss what can lead to erosion and flooding.

Students investigate the decomposition process and the parameters which influence the rate at which it occurs. They design a "controlled" experiment by comparing decomposition rates between two compost piles. Analysis questions include...

Students create a timeline that explains how ancient cultures used artifacts. For this Relative Dating in Archaeology lesson, students examine artifacts and draw conclusions about their origins. Then students analyze antiquated objects...

Students explore plants and the scientific method. For this plant growth lesson, students follow the steps in the scientific method to perform a seed germination experiment as a whole class. Students work in a group to create their own...

In this primary source analysis worksheet, learners analyze the a short documentary video clip about the CCC. Students respond to 3 short answer questions about the documentary.

In this water learning exercise, students fill in the blanks to a crossword puzzle having to do with water words. Students complete 25 blanks in the crossword.

Students use the scientific process to show that when various surfaces are exposed to similar environmental conditions, surface temperatures may vary. They examine the "urban heat island" phenomenon and analyze why it increases energy...

Students explore abiotic factors that affect habitats. After a class lecture, students work in groups to answer questions about plant tissue, production and growth. They share answers, complete a crossword puzzle, and create a habitat...

Students examine rocks and minerals. Using the internet, students research rocks and how they are formed. They use word processing software to list minerals and materials that form specific rocks.

Pupils discover how underground rock formations grow. They perform various activities based on grade level.

Students go on an outing and note garbage near picnic tables. They brainstorm ways to be involved with anti-litter campaigns and write letters to local officials.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about the major types of soli. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.

Get to know the five different kinds of soil .. clay, sand, loam, chalk, and peat.

Foundations for many types of structures rest on soil. This project shows how you can investigate the bearing capacity of different types of soil.

Check out a world map hosting a variety of options for views of various soil types. Identify the different soils and where they can be found.

After completing this lesson plan, learners will understand the source and the process for the formation of soil, the different types of soil, and the components of soil.

Learn what soils are and why they are important. Discusses soil profiles, types of soils, soil conservation, soil ecosystems, and soil formation.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes different types of soil.

Help Detective Le Plant dig for clues in the soil to solve this case. You'll need to find out what soil is, why it is important, and in what kinds of soil plants grow.

Test your knowledge of different types of rocks by taking a quiz. Determine if each picture shows an igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary rock.

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