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Mathematical Construction of Spirals

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This is a simple lesson plan introducing how to graph using polar coordinates.
Interactive
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Dna Learning Center: Dna Molecule, Dna Unzip

For Students 9th - 10th
The DNA double helix contains two sequences of nucleotide code letters than run along the molecule. Untwist the spiral and DNA can be seen as two parallel strands. That's why its sometimes called the double helix. Unzip the strands and...
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Sponge Bob's House Is Not a Pineapple

For Students 9th - 10th
Are SpongeBob's pants really square? Is Gary's shell a logarithmic spiral? No. But, how can we figure out if SpongeBob's house is actually a pineapple? There's math everywhere! Let's use Fibonacci numbers to help us determine this...
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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Why Tragedies Are Alluring

For Students 9th - 10th
The story goes something like this: A royal, rich, or righteous individual makes a mistake that sends his or her life spiraling into ruin. It's the classic story arc for a Greek tragedy, and we love it so much that we continue to use it...
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Exploratorium

Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Depth Spinner

For Students 9th - 10th
Observe adaptation and perception in the activity. This activity will have students watching a continuously rotation spiral to see what happens as you watch it and then look away.
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PBS

Pbs: Indian Country Diaries, Tribal Sovereignty Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson will ask learners to review sections of A Seat at the Drum and Spiral of Fire where the many issues of tribal sovereignty are evident. Students will be asked to research the sovereignty issues facing a tribe that resides...
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Attra: Sustainable Soil Mangement

For Students 9th - 10th
How does soil in its native condition function? How do forests and native grasslands produce plants and animals in the complete absence of fertilizer and tillage? What are the principles by which these soils function? The answers to...
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Orca Book Publishers

Orca Book Publishers: Sticks and Stones: Teaching Guide [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In Sticks and Stones by Beth Goobie, Jujube's reputation suffers after she spends some time alone in a car with Brent. He does not deny it and his friends believe they went all the way, although little happened. When things are spiraling...
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Ed Koday

Web Archive: Antlion

For Students 3rd - 8th
Have you ever heard of a "doodlebug"? Well, you're looking at one right up above! It is actually an insect called an antlion. The antlion gets its name because it is a voracious predator of ants and other insects. Actually, it's only the...
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Space Telescope Science Institute

Galaxy Hunter: A Cosmic Photo Safari

For Students 3rd - 8th
Travel the universe and learn about galaxies. Investigate Hubble Deep Field observations to learn more.
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NASA

Nasa Star Child: Galaxies (Level 1)

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site provides an introduction to galaxies for the younger student, that is divided into 2 levels of understanding. Find out what type of galaxy looks like a giant pinwheel. Audio content included. Good glossary, and a printable...
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NASA

Nasa: Spitzer Images

For Students 9th - 10th
See some of the beautiful color images that were taken by the Spitzer space telescope.
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University of California

University of California Berkeley: Classifying Galaxies

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out how galaxies are classified and then see if you can apply that knowledge to identify the different types of galaxies. In addition to explaining Hubble's galaxy classification system, the site has links to Hubble Space Telescope...
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Astrophotography: Galaxies

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Numerous high quality images of galaxies can be found in this site. Names, exposure times, and various magnifications are provided.
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Astrophotography: Galaxies

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Numerous high quality images of galaxies can be found in this site. Names, exposure times, and various magnifications are provided.
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NASA

Nasa Star Child: Galaxies

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource has two levels: one for younger viewers and one for older viewers. It surveys the basic galaxy types and provides details.
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Math Open Reference

Math Open Reference: Polar Derivatives

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about polar derivatives with this helpful reference tool. Provides a detailed definition and examples that enhance further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Pair Skating

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you know the elements in the pair skating competition? Do you know which elements are illegal in the Olympic games? Read this article and find out.
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PBS

Pbs: Nova: Infinite Secrets

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a look into the mind of Archimedes based on findings within newly discovered manuscript.
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Other

Handcrafted by Elaine: Introduction to Macrame Instructions

For Students 9th - 10th
Instructions to create jewelry and wall hangings using macrame techniques. Step-by-step instructions for knots used in macrame and variations of these knots.
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Other

Kidstorm: Hurricanes

For Students 3rd - 8th
Get the facts on hurricanes with this detailed information page. This page includes photos, charts and satellite images.
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P.u.e.m.a.c.: Galeria De Transformaciones

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Enjoy constructions created by rotations, reflections and translations. [Requires Java.]
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Galaxies

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will describe how scientists classify galaxies.
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Other

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art: Romare Bearden

For Students 9th - 10th
The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art contains a summary of Bearden's life, some of his art, key ideas, discussion questions, and links to additional resources.

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