Students list four ways to identify trees. In this tree identification instructional activity, students use tree identification techniques such as leafs, bark, wood grain, soil type, and climate to create tables and graphs.

Students design and perform an experiment related to comparing and contrasting antlion pits. Given a set of parameters, students select a hypothesis and perform observations on antlion pits. They record data and use this date to support...

Seventh graders participate in an experiment in which they calculate the time of decomposition of different materials. In groups, they fill bags with different materials and cover them in soil. After six months, they create a line graph...

Students form groups to conduct an experiment. They plant seedlings to test the effects of sunlight, water and soil, on the growth of seedlings.

Students describe the characteristics of wetlands. They demonstrate their understanding of the importance of wetlands to humans and wildlife and determine they are defined by the presence of water, and specialized soils.

Students observe and describe changes in an environment when some of the components are changed. They recognize the process of succession by preparing a miniaturized environment in which a variety of plants and seeds are grown.

Young scholars conduct experiments to study the quality of water. They examine how pollutants get into and affect the water supply in this unit.

Identify agricultural products grown in each region of the country. Discuss how geography affects what is grown or raised in a particular area.1. Hand out a copy of the two activity sheets "Food From Sea to Shining Sea" to each student....

Learners examine and analyze the Riparian Zones found on the edges of streams and lakes. They assess why those are such valuable ecosystems and then conduct actual field research on riparian zones and conclude by drawing conclusions from...

Students play the role of scientists testing for water quality in the area. In this ecology lesson plan, students determine the water sample's pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen and turbidity. They write a journal reflection after the...

Students classify vegetables and eat them as a salad. In this multi-disciplinary science and health instructional activity, students bring various vegetables to school and classify them in several different ways. Then with parent...

Students study the site of an archaeological dig site in order to begin looking at how they can be interpreted. They look at a soil profile and respond to a research question that simulates a real site. The other questions are used to...

Fourth graders create a model of the formation of Indiana by glaciers. Working in groups with appropriate materials, they create a model documenting how glaciers moved through the land and formed the geological structure and land masses...

Pupils compare the growth of watermelon from commercial seeds and those harvested from a watermelon. They complete science journals showing these comparisons based on the data they collect.

Eighth graders measure strike and dip of given land features and explain the difference between them. They also look at rock and mineral samples for indentification, along with calculating the density. Finally, information is analyzed...

Fifth graders explore the concept of how the more diverse an ecosystem is, the more interdependence of species exists within that system. The complex relationships among diverse species are difficult to identify. As species disappear or...

Third graders make and maintain a mini terrarium. They keep a daily journal of what happens in their terrarium and record daily observations and measurements.

Students identify the parts of tree flowers. They examine the role they have in pollination. They discuss trees that do not flower as well.

Students investigate the similarities and differences in soils from different states with an analysis of its physical and chemical properties.

Third graders set up a miniature greenhouse to help them explain how nonliving things affect the growth of living things.

Students examine how they affect water quality of those who live downstream after identifying rivers and river basins in Kansas.

Students study both geological and geographical features of Connecticut and the New Haven area. They focus on map works and rock formation.

Students study various samples of microorganisms in petri dishes. In this microorganism lesson plan, students place various samples of items in petri dishes and observe them after several days of incubation.

Students explore the importance of water conservation and investigate how plants clean water.