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It's a Grand Old Flag

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students identify what respect is and how to show it for the symbol of our country as well as others when working in groups. They identify the traits of honesty, perserverance, and courage and that the colors of the flag represent and...
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Observing Bursts from an X-ray Burster

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students study the use of X-ray data to make size and energy estimates of the source and the processes occurring there. They use XTE observations of the object GRO 1744-28 to determine whether bursts occur periodically and the duration...
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Invasive Species

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students explore invasive species. In this species analysis lesson, students observe invasive species and review the impact the species have on the environment. Students work in groups to investigate the species in varying habitats....
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How Does Climate Affect Your Environment?

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students access the Global Sun Temperature Project website and research the relationship between the location and climate of a participating school to its building structure. They consider how climate affects the type of structures...
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South Dakota Quarter Lesson Plans

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learners research the history of the South Dakota quarter. Students study the rich history to South Dakota. Learners share reasons why the South Dakota quarter was made the way it was made.
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Patchwork of the Planet

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students are taught how satellite images can be joined to make a picture mosaic. They use actual satellite images to make satellite mosaics regions of the United States. Students use a camera to photograph portions of a globe in the...
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Spectroscopy Demonstrations

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Young scholars study light and see what emits photons and that light can be separated onto a spectrum.  In this energy and matter lesson students identify gases using a spectrum chart. 
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The - Landmarks: referring to buildings and landmarks

For Students 6th - 10th
In this building and landmarks activity, students choose either 0 or The to go in front of a sentence about a famous building or landmark. Students complete 12 sentences.
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National Museum of the Pacific War

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students examine the role of science and technology in World War II. They discover how some inventions have changed to meet society's need after the war was over. They visit the museum to complete the lesson.
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Preposition of Position--in, at, on

For Students 4th - 6th
In this prepositions of position worksheet, students note the correct usage of the prepositions in, at, and on.  Examples are given for each prepositional phrase.
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Man From Mars

For Teachers K - 4th
Young scholars develop an awareness of and practice the mobility needed to run around with and from other Students.
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An Introduction:

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore historical research with primary sources about Hydropower.
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What Shape Is It?

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students attempt to determine the shape of a hidden item by bouncing a ball off of it. They attempt to determine how a ball would bounce off of an item and by rolling the ball until it hits and bounces off the item. They draw both their...
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Cemetery Geology

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Young scholars examine the chemical and physical weathering process of different rocks in a cemetery based on dates on the stones. Students discover the susceptibility of different rock types to weathering.
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Robots Alive: Almost Human

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore robotics. They design and draw a robot to fit a specified function. Students examine motor functions necessary for the robot to perform. They discuss types of sensors available to assist in the building of a robot.
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What are Quarters Made of?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Pupils study the meaning, symbolism, and value of U.S. coins, especially the quarter. They l research why in 1965 the U.S. Mint decided to change the metal composition of the quarter to copper coated with zinc. In addition, they perform...
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"Escuela" Debate

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students observe a documentary on "Escuela" to explore the life and education of migrant families. After discussing the related topics in the movie, students share their conclusions migrant farmworkers. Using the Internet and other...
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Cell Community

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders use technology to review cell structure and function. In this cells less, 7th graders review the parts and functions of a cell, and use photography/video and PowerPoint to enhance their explorations.
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Time and Motion on Track

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Students create a motion diagram for a distance and motion project. For this time and motion lesson, students take turns walking around the track and take pictures of their motion. Students measure the distances and determine each...
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What Shape Is It?

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students predict the shape of an unknown object by bouncing a ball on it. In this physics lesson, students relate this activity to how dolphins use echo-location to navigate. They analyze their lab result and discuss findings.