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return to subject listingUNESCO: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - UNESCO: Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): art history (92), plants (149)
In the Classroom
Students can learn about the area where the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew are located. They can track the climate, seasons, vegetation, and animal life. Students can research other botanical gardens to compare and contrast to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Students can create digital comparisons using Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. Finally, students can take a virtual field trip or interview an on-site employee virtually.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Edinburgh Zoo - Edinburgh Zoo
Grades
K to 12tag(s): virtual field trips (112), webcams (19), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Have your students research the animal on the live camera and create a poster or diorama. Students can create a digital design project (such as a poster) using Canva Edu, reviewed here. Students could also use Sway, reviewed here to create a digital book (to be combined with all the animals). Students can watch other live cameras from different zoos to compare and contrast the animals from zoo to zoo. Finally, students can track the animals' day, including feeding, "playing," and sleep patterns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Department of Natural Resources - Department of Natural Resources
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K to 12tag(s): national parks (29), virtual field trips (112), webcams (19), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Students can research land areas with web cameras and create dioramas to share. Students can research the animals and view other web cameras on the animals. Finally, students can look at the Department of Natural Resources in other states to view what is offered on their sites.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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New England Aquarium - New England Aquarium
Grades
K to 12tag(s): coral (11), virtual field trips (112), webcams (19), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
In addition to using all the free educational resources and activities in the classroom, students can watch web cameras on the animals from different aquariums/zoos. Younger students can create a digital story using Wriddle, reviewed here. Older students can create digital stories using Elementari, reviewed here. Finally, students can write letters or create short videos sharing the importance of protecting our environment to save the animals. Create and share videos using Mootion, reviewed here. Mootion uses AI to create short videos based on your prompts - ideal for all ages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Reid Park Zoo - Reid Park Zoo
Grades
K to 12tag(s): virtual field trips (112), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Have your students research an animal on the live camera by creating a poster, diorama, or a digital book using Book Creator, reviewed here. Students can watch other live cameras from different zoos to compare and contrast the animals from zoo to zoo. Finally, students can track the animals' day, including feeding, "playing," and sleep patterns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute - Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Grades
K to 12tag(s): animals (294), virtual field trips (112), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Students can participate in the Animal Cam Bingo provided on the site. Students can compare and contrast the animals at the Smithsonian National Zoo to other zoos using a digital tool such as Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. Finally, students can research what we can do to help save animals by creating a public service announcement.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Houston Zoo - Houston Zoo
Grades
K to 12tag(s): animals (294), virtual field trips (112)
In the Classroom
Students can research the animal on the live camera by creating a poster or diorama. Use a digital tool such as Book Creator, reviewed here. Students can watch other live cameras from different zoos to compare and contrast the animals from zoo to zoo. Finally, students can track the animals' day, including feeding, "playing," and sleep patterns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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RZSS- Discovery and Learning - Royal Zoological Society of Scotland
Grades
K to 12tag(s): biodiversity (35), conservation (93), food chains (18), habitats (88), pollution (52), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Using RZSS resources on different animal diets and habitats, students can create a food web for a specific ecosystem. Have them research how human activities, like deforestation or pollution, impact this food web. After researching an animal from the RZSS resources, students can create a mock conservation campaign, with slogans, images, and facts about why that animal needs protection. Students watch live animal webcams RZSS provides, like those featuring pandas, penguins, or tigers. They can take notes on the animals' behavior, movements, and interactions over a period using a resource such as Book Creator, reviewed here. Have students explore the RZSS virtual tours, videos, and animal fact sheets to learn about endangered species. They can then choose an animal and create a conservation poster to educate classmates about its habitat, threats, and conservation status. Students can present their posters to the class or create a gallery walk where they explain the importance of conservation efforts for each species.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Virtual Science Teacher - Virtual Science Teachers
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K to 12tag(s): charts and graphs (170), genetics (81), scientific method (48), simulations (12), STEM (287), water (101)
In the Classroom
Assign students the Virtual Heating Ice Lab when teaching states of matter or phase changes. Use the Punnett Square Squares Simulation to predict the traits of offspring by filling in Punnett squares to determine whether peas will be yellow or green, round or wrinkly. Use the Water Filtration Challenge during environmental science lessons focused on water conservation and management. Have students compare their virtual filter designs, then transition to a hands-on lab where they build a simple water filtration system. Introduce students to the scientific method by using the Design an Experiment tool. This activity encourages students to design and conduct experiments that test people's ability to complete tasks under different conditions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Aquarium of the Pacific - Aquarium of the Pacific
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K to 12tag(s): adaptations (16), conservation (93), environment (245), marine biology (27), STEM (287)
In the Classroom
After watching an educational YouTube video on marine ecosystems, students can create dioramas of different ocean zones. Watch videos on animal adaptations, and challenge students to design their own "new" marine creature using knowledge about survival traits such as camouflage, feeding strategies, or defense mechanisms. Using the aquarium's website, create a scavenger hunt where students must explore specific exhibits or educational content online to answer questions about marine life, conservation efforts, and ecosystems. Use the lesson plans on conservation and sustainability to inspire students to create their own conservation campaigns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OrcaLab - Dr. Paul Stong
Grades
3 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): animal homes (57), animals (294), conservation (93), ecosystems (75), marine biology (27)
In the Classroom
Have students research the natural habitat of orcas and create a diorama that represents their environment. Enhance learning by having students write a short story or diary entry from the perspective of an orca using a resource such as Book Creator, reviewed here. Extend student learning using online mapping tools such as Google My Map, reviewed here. They can create an interactive map showing orca migration routes, feeding grounds, and breeding areas. Create a hands-on food web activity where students represent different marine species, including orcas, and illustrate how they are interconnected.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Antarctic Webcams and Live Videos - United States Antarctic Program
Grades
3 to 12tag(s): antarctica (30), virtual field trips (112)
In the Classroom
After discussing the unique challenges of living in Antarctica, students can design their own "survival gear" or research stations to cope with the extreme conditions. Use the webcams and video clips to observe Antarctic wildlife, such as seals and penguins. Discuss how these animals have adapted to survive in such a harsh environment. Have students watch time-lapse video clips from the website to see how the Antarctic landscape changes across seasons.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Botany - Crash Course
Grades
5 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): environment (245), genetics (81), plants (149)
In the Classroom
After watching the videos, students can create their own gardens at school. They can make a schedule for jobs, maintenance, and when plants will grow. Students can interview botanists virtually. Finally, students can use their imagination to create their own plant and describe its characteristics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Zoology - Crash Course
Grades
7 to 12This site includes advertising.
In the Classroom
After watching the video series, the students pick an animal to research. Enhance learning by having students share what they learn via a poster, pamphlet, or video using Genially, reviewed here. Students can take a virtual field trip to different places to explore more animals. Finally, students can find a zoologist to visit either in person or virtually.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TeachRock - Rock and Roll Forever Foundation
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K to 12tag(s): artists (83), cross cultural understanding (170), dance (31), empathy (32), jazz (17), musical instruments (49), social and emotional learning (97), sociology (23), STEM (287)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of these free lessons to find standards-based lessons and activities for many content areas. Encourage students to find additional examples of connections to history (or another subject) made with pop music and pop culture. Use Padlet, reviewed here to curate and share ideas and resources. Add your own resources to create interactive presentations using NearPod, reviewed here or Pear Deck, reviewed here. Include videos, animations, quizzes, and more as part of your presentation. Extend student learning by asking them to create podcasts using Buzzsprout, reviewed here to tell the story of how music and pop culture influenced different historical events.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Biology- Spanish Edition - Crash Course
Grades
7 to 12This site includes advertising.
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Assign research projects where students expand on a Crash Course episode, presenting findings with additional information. After watching a lesson on a specific topic (e.g., genetics), enhance learning by having students create concept maps using Circlyapp, reviewed here to visualize relationships between ideas. Have students watch a Crash Course video and write a reflection or summary of key points. Follow this with a class discussion to reinforce understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Biology - Crash Course
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6 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): cells (83), dna (43), ecology (101), evolution (88), genetics (81), meiosis (8), mitosis (9), photosynthesis (21), scientific method (48), species (16)
In the Classroom
Use online simulations to perform biology experiments on cell division, ecosystems, or genetics, allowing students to manipulate variables and observe outcomes. Assign students different biology topics (e.g., DNA structure, evolution) from Crash Course videos. They become "experts" and teach their peers. Students design and present a biome, incorporating species, climate, and adaptations knowledge. Set up stations with video clips, interactive quizzes, and hands-on activities for students to rotate through, deepening their understanding of complex topics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dinosaurs: Activities and Lesson Plans - American Museum of Natural History
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): dinosaurs (42), fossils (41), geologic time (11), paleontology (29), timelines (55)
In the Classroom
Create a sandbox fossil dig using small dinosaur models, letting students act as paleontologists. Enhance learning by having students design trading cards with dinosaur facts using Trading Card Creator, reviewed here and trade with classmates. Build a collaborative timeline highlighting significant events. Have students craft dioramas to represent the environments where dinosaurs lived.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Chemistry - Crash Course
Grades
8 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): atoms (44), carbon (17), chemicals (41), elements (34), molecules (43), periodic table (46)
In the Classroom
After watching an episode, have students design experiments based on chemical reactions or states of matter. Give students an element from the periodic table to research, focusing on its properties and uses. Create a scavenger hunt where students find elements that align with specific properties or uses. Use models or online tools to help students build and visualize different molecules. Assign students to practice balancing chemical equations after lessons on stoichiometry.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Anatomy & Physiology - Crash Course
Grades
9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): body systems (41), cells (83), human body (93)
In the Classroom
Have students create 3D models of different body systems to visually represent how organs and tissues function together. Students can investigate how muscles contract and extend using simple materials like rubber bands and paper to simulate joints and ligaments. Provide real-world scenarios where students diagnose issues with specific body systems and propose solutions.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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