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Earthquake Hazards Program - USGS
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4 to 12
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The USGS "Tell Us!" (Did You Feel It?) earthquake event page is an interactive citizen science tool that allows you to report your personal experiences during an earthquake and...more
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The USGS "Tell Us!" (Did You Feel It?) earthquake event page is an interactive citizen science tool that allows you to report your personal experiences during an earthquake and view real-time data collected from others. On this page, participants enter details such as location, time, and their feelings, helping scientists gather valuable information about shaking intensity across different areas. The data is then used to create maps and visualizations that show how people experience earthquakes, complementing scientific measurements from seismic instruments. This resource provides an engaging way for students to explore earthquakes, understand how data is collected, and see how community contributions support scientific research.
tag(s): citizen science (43), earthquakes (52), natural disasters (21), weather (172)
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Present a recent earthquake event from the page and have students imagine they experienced it. Students can fill out a mock report describing what they would feel, see, and notice, helping them connect personal experience to scientific data collection. Have students analyze the intensity map on the site and identify patterns in the shaking (stronger vs. weaker). Have them compare locations and discuss why shaking varies with distance, terrain, and structures. Have students collect data points from the site (such as intensity levels or number of reports) and create graphs using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Detecting Earthquakes: AI vs. Citizen Scientists - SciShow
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7 to 12
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This video explores how both artificial intelligence and human volunteers (citizen scientists) work together to detect earthquakes by analyzing large amounts of seismic data. It highlights...more
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This video explores how both artificial intelligence and human volunteers (citizen scientists) work together to detect earthquakes by analyzing large amounts of seismic data. It highlights how AI can quickly process massive datasets, while human participants bring careful observation and pattern recognition to identify subtle signals that machines might miss. The video emphasizes the power of combining technology with human insight to improve scientific discovery and deepen our understanding of natural events like earthquakes. This resource is useful for introducing students to real-world applications of AI, data analysis, and collaborative science while encouraging critical thinking about how humans and technology can complement each other in solving complex problems.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (266), citizen science (43), data (210), earthquakes (52)
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Students can research the role of AI in science further. Have students create a simple model to simulate how earthquakes are detected. Using materials like a box, string, a hanging weight (such as a washer), and paper, students build a basic "seismograph" that records movement when the surface is shaken. Students can use Parlay, reviewed here to debate whether AI is useful or not in science.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Making Science a Part of Everyone's Story - Science Communication Lab
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6 to 12
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The Science Communication Lab has a mission to make science a part of everyone's story. They do this through fieldwork, lab breakthroughs, films, and student-centered lessons that explore...more
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The Science Communication Lab has a mission to make science a part of everyone's story. They do this through fieldwork, lab breakthroughs, films, and student-centered lessons that explore how science works, who scientists are, and why science matters. Some examples of videos with accompanying lessons are: The Most Beautiful Experiment (modeling DNA replication), The Basis of a Good Hypothesis, Good Chemistry, and more. The site also features Events and Workshops, Short Films, Documentaries, and Free Professional Development. Signing up for the website is free.
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tag(s): citizen science (43), climate change (116), dna (53), plants (140)
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As students are working on their project, they can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to create graphic organizers modeling the scientific method. Students can create their own short films showcasing their projects using FlexClip, reviewed here. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to showcase all student work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Connecting Citizen Science & Project Learning Tree - Project Learning Tree
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3 to 12
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Connecting Citizen Science and Project Learning Tree shares a list of citizen science projects currently underway in North America. Additionally, it offers suggestions on how to connect...more
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Connecting Citizen Science and Project Learning Tree shares a list of citizen science projects currently underway in North America. Additionally, it offers suggestions on how to connect your citizen science projects with existing Project Learning Tree activities, resources, and programming. After clicking on the purple works, you will find featured projects including: FrogWatch USA, Monarch Larva Monitoring, Project BudBurst, The Lost Ladybug Project, NatGeo BioBlitz, Cornell Lab Feeder Watch, Journey North, and Forest Fungus Project. Each project includes a brief description and a link to further information.
tag(s): butterflies (14), citizen science (43), data (210)
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Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to collaborate their findings. Students can showcase their work using ScreenPal, reviewed here. Students can engage in virtual field trips to the area using Google My Map, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ambassador Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Activity - Girl Scouts
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11 to 12
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Ambassador Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Activity features SciStarter activities for grades 11 and 12, along with a YouTube video that explains, step by step, how to complete...more
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Ambassador Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Activity features SciStarter activities for grades 11 and 12, along with a YouTube video that explains, step by step, how to complete your Citizen Scientist project. It is recommended that the process take approximately one hour to complete, but this varies by project. Each Citizen Science project is broken into four parts: learn about citizen science, get ready for your project, record and submit data, and analyze your data and form a conclusion.
tag(s): citizen science (43), data (210)
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Students can use Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here to record the process that they took in completing their project. Students can use Canva for Education, reviewed here for templates on the scientific process. Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here to showcase their work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Exploring the Environment - Wheeling Jesuit University/Center for Educational Technologies
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6 to 12
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Exploring the Environment through Global Climate Change Education's problem-based learning website offers middle and high school students the opportunity to develop climate literacy...more
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Exploring the Environment through Global Climate Change Education's problem-based learning website offers middle and high school students the opportunity to develop climate literacy using NASA satellite imagery. As students participate in the program, they learn about the historical perspectives of global climate change research, the impacts of changes in environmental indicators, and the possible human consequences of predicted global climate change, while applying research skills to locate and analyze data to support a position on environmental issues. The site contains modules on Global Temperatures, Biodiversity, Drought, Human Health Effects, Ice Caps and Sea Levels, and Volcanoes.
tag(s): biodiversity (37), climate (98), climate change (116), environment (251), hurricanes (36), Problem Based Learning (14), rainforests (16), volcanoes (62)
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Students can use Adobe Creative Cloud Express, reviewed here to present the information learned. Students can use ScreenPal, reviewed here to record themselves sharing their position on global climate change. Students can use Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here to create a timeline of global climate accomplishments.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Minerals Education Coalition : K-12 Education - SME Foundation
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K to 12
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Minerals Education Coalition contains materials for grades K-12 on mining and minerals. Featured on the site are 2025 MEC Mineral Baby (mineral usage statistics), Educational Resource...more
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Minerals Education Coalition contains materials for grades K-12 on mining and minerals. Featured on the site are 2025 MEC Mineral Baby (mineral usage statistics), Educational Resource Database, Education Standard Correlation, MEC Store, and Careers in Mining. Once inside the Educational Resource Database, you can filter by Grade Band, Resource, and Topic. Resources include: Audio/Visual, Hands-On Activities, Lessons/Activities, Non-English Materials, Presentations/Handouts, Supplemental Materials, and Teacher's Guides. The Non-English Materials allow for searches of material in Chinese, French, German, Greek, Inuinnaqtun, Inuktitut, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swedish.
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Students can use Google Drawing, reviewed here to compare and contrast various materials. After learning about how many minerals are in a bicycle, students can pick an everyday object to research how many minerals it contains. They can create an infographic using Mind Map Generator, reviewed here to share their findings. Students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to virtually visit places around the world in search of minerals.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Practices and Nature of Science - PBS LearningMedia
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3 to 12
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Practices and Nature of Science explores the hows and whys of science while examining scientific methods, systems, and thinking. Videos, media galleries, and lesson plans are featured...more
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Practices and Nature of Science explores the hows and whys of science while examining scientific methods, systems, and thinking. Videos, media galleries, and lesson plans are featured on the site, including: Hurricane Frequency, Climate Change through History, the SALSA Project, Isolation on Earth, and more. Supporting materials for teachers and students, as well as resources in Spanish, are available. Once logged into your free account, you can view the Standards.
tag(s): climate (98), climate change (116), hurricanes (36), oceans (139), temperature (34), volcanoes (62), weather (172)
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When students are learning about Climate Change through History, they can use Timeline JS, reviewed here to create a timeline of significant events. While learning about the Band of Volcanoes in the Pacific, students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to virtually visit the different volcanoes in the Pacific. Students can create an infographic using Timeline Infographic Templates by Venngage, reviewed here to record the average temperature and monthly precipitation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Earth and Space Science - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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The Earth and Space Science collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a diverse range of multimedia resources, videos, interactive activities, games, and lesson plans that cover...more
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The Earth and Space Science collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a diverse range of multimedia resources, videos, interactive activities, games, and lesson plans that cover topics such as our planet's features, the solar system, space phenomena, and Earth's early history. The materials are organized by grade bands, making it easy for teachers to find content appropriate for their students. Many resources include accompanying support materials, such as discussion questions, annotations, and suggestions for classroom use.
tag(s): climate (98), climate change (116), earth (193), solar energy (35), solar system (122), space (242), volcanoes (62), weather (172)
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Use this collection to spark curiosity about planetary science by assigning a video or an interactive simulation on hot-spot volcanoes or weather patterns. After students explore the media, enhance their understanding by having them use Genially, reviewed here to create an interactive "escape room" game where players must solve science-themed puzzles to progress. Extend the learning experience by tasking students to use Snorkl, reviewed here to record a short verbal explanation of the concepts they learned, providing immediate feedback on their scientific reasoning. This approach allows students to transition from passive viewers to active creators as they synthesize information and share their findings with their peers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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VideoTutor - VideoTutor
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2 to 12
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful...more
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This AI-powered platform creates engaging, animated explainer videos from your simple prompt or image. VideoTutor primarily covers STEM and language topics and is especially helpful for students preparing for standardized tests, such as the ACT and SATs; however, the site also offers explainer videos on addition facts for students as young as second grade. Begin by creating an account and "check in" to receive two credits each day. Earn additional credits by referring others to earn free credits. Create a video by adding a prompt to explain a topic or uploading an image to explain. VideoTutor creates your video, ready to watch, download, or share. Use the chat feature that is next to the video to ask questions and receive additional support. Sign in to VideoTutor with your email or Google. Members can generate videos in English or Chinese.
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Share this resource with students as a helpful tool for studying for standardized tests or as a support aid for your current curriculum. Share helpful videos on your class website or create a collection of videos using Wakelet, reviewed here to have readily available for student use. Extend student learning by asking them to create tutorials to share with their classmates using Powtoon, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Eco-Inquiry - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
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K to 12
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The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies provides free K-12 resources that support hands-on learning about ecosystems and organisms. Key themes include Hudson River Ecology, Urban Ecosystems,...more
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The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies provides free K-12 resources that support hands-on learning about ecosystems and organisms. Key themes include Hudson River Ecology, Urban Ecosystems, Schoolyard Ecology, Biodiversity, Water & Watersheds, and Data Exploration. Each theme offers teaching tools, including overviews, unit and lesson plans, protocols, and field trip guides. Many also include visuals, readings, and data sets. Each lesson clearly outlines appropriate grade levels, time requirements, procedures, resources, and alignment with both the Next Generation Science Standards and New York State Mathematics Standards.
tag(s): ecology (117), ecosystems (100)
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Students can use Canva Edu reviewed here to create a visual image of the water cycle while learning about it in the Water & Watershed theme. Students can take a virtual field trip using Google My Maps reviewed here to the Hudson River. Have students use Seesaw reviewed here while learning about Schoolyard Ecology to take pictures and document their observations and findings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Storms and Other Weather Events - UCAR Learning Zone
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6 to 12
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Step into the eye of the storm with UCAR's Learning Zone--an engaging, student-friendly resource that brings the science of extreme weather to life. Designed for middle and high school...more
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Step into the eye of the storm with UCAR's Learning Zone--an engaging, student-friendly resource that brings the science of extreme weather to life. Designed for middle and high school learners, this interactive site covers a wide range of storm types, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, monsoons, and winter storms. Each topic is presented through accessible explanations, vivid diagrams, and real-world examples that help students understand the atmospheric conditions leading to severe weather events. Educators will find a wealth of classroom-ready materials, such as simulations, animations, and activities, to support inquiry-based learning and align with science standards. Whether you're teaching about the formation of lightning or the impact of storm surges, the Learning Zone offers a comprehensive toolkit to make storm science both understandable and exciting.
tag(s): animation (62), hurricanes (36), inquiry (32), simulations (45), tornadoes (17), weather (172)
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After reviewing the main types of storms on the website, have students complete a sorting activity where they match storm characteristics (e.g., high winds, low pressure) to the correct storm type using cards. Assign students to track a current storm (hurricane, tornado outbreak, etc.) using online weather maps and news reports. They log daily changes and connect observations to storm formation concepts learned on the site using Book Creator reviewed here or Google Slides reviewed here. Using storm diagrams from the site (e.g., hurricane anatomy), students label parts of the storm and explain what's happening in each section, reinforcing their understanding of storm structures.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Physics Simulations - PHET Interactive Simulations
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5 to 12
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PhET's Simulations offer a wide range of interactive physics activities covering topics such as motion, sound and waves, work and energy, heat and thermodynamics, quantum phenomena,...more
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PhET's Simulations offer a wide range of interactive physics activities covering topics such as motion, sound and waves, work and energy, heat and thermodynamics, quantum phenomena, light and radiation, electricity, magnetism, and circuits. Each simulation can be downloaded, embedded, shared to Google Classroom, or posted on social media platforms like Facebook and X. Simulation pages include information on the topic, sample learning goals, inclusive features, system requirements, and related simulations. Additional resources include teaching materials, classroom activities, presets, translations, and credits. Examples of available simulations include Models of the Hydrogen Atom, Sound Waves, Normal Modes, and Circuit Construction Kit: DC, among many others. Users can filter simulations by grade level, device compatibility, release date, inclusive features, and language.
tag(s): atoms (43), circuits (19), density (20), electricity (60), energy (138), forces (46), friction (12), light (56), magnetism (36), mass (21), matter (50), motion (55), planets (124), probability (129), simulations (45), solar system (122), sound (74), sounds (40)
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Students can use Kiddle reviewed here to research more information about the topic after they have played the simulation. Students can use Dotstorming reviewed here to vote on their favorite. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes as they are engaging in the simulation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Making and Breaking: The Rock Cycle - TeachEngineering Digital Library
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7 to 12
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What is the rock cycle and how do rocks change over time? The Making and Breaking: The Rock Cycle lesson from the TeachEngineering Digital Library explores these questions through an...more
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What is the rock cycle and how do rocks change over time? The Making and Breaking: The Rock Cycle lesson from the TeachEngineering Digital Library explores these questions through an engaging, standards-aligned resource. The lesson includes a detailed summary, engineering connections, learning objectives, educational standards, worksheets, prerequisite knowledge, an introduction and motivation section, background information for teachers, associated hands-on activities, vocabulary terms, assessment ideas, and extension opportunities. It aligns with both the Next Generation Science Standards and the Colorado Science Standards, making it a comprehensive resource for teaching about the dynamic processes of the rock cycle.
tag(s): rock cycle (26), rocks (44)
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Have students act out the journey of a rock through the rock cycle. Each student can become a sediment, magma, or metamorphic rock and move through "stations" that represent processes like melting, cooling, weathering, and pressure. Challenge students to participate in an engineering activity where they design a system (using basic materials like sifters, magnets, and tweezers) to sort rocks based on observable properties, such as grain size, color, or hardness, similar to how geologists classify rock samples. Have students create a comic strip or storyboard using Write Comics reviewed here that follows a rock character through the stages of the rock cycle, using scientific vocabulary and a clear visual representation of processes like erosion, heat/pressure, and crystallization.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Laying out the Rock Cycle:Product and Process - Earth Learning Idea
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This Earthlearningidea activity, "Laying Out the Rock Cycle: Product and Process," engages students in arranging rock-cycle products such as sediment, soil, hand-specimen rocks, and...more
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This Earthlearningidea activity, "Laying Out the Rock Cycle: Product and Process," engages students in arranging rock-cycle products such as sediment, soil, hand-specimen rocks, and images on a large rock-cycle diagram, then connecting them with labeled Earth processes like weathering, erosion, deposition, metamorphism, melting, and uplift. The lesson begins with small group activities and expands into a whole-class, room-sized version to reinforce spatial and conceptual understanding. Students gain a clearer grasp of how Earth processes create specific rock materials and learn to distinguish between rapid and long-term changes in the rock cycle. The activity also addresses common misconceptions, such as the belief that squashing sediments forms rock, and includes printable materials like rock flashcards, process labels, and rock specimens to support hands-on learning.
tag(s): environment (251), rock cycle (26)
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Students can use Kiddle reviewed here to research where the rocks can be found today. Students can use Google Drawing, reviewed here to compare and contrast different types of rocks. Finally, students can create their own weathering process and use Seesaw reviewed here as a journal to track the process of weathering in the rock(s).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Science - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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PBS Learning Science contains thousands of free resources on natural phenomena and scientific topics, including: Earth and Space, Life Science, Physical Science, Practice and Nature...more
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PBS Learning Science contains thousands of free resources on natural phenomena and scientific topics, including: Earth and Space, Life Science, Physical Science, Practice and Nature of Science, and Instrumentation, Measurements, and Units. The site offers videos, lesson plans, and interactive tools that can be searched by grade level, topic, newest, relevance, and popularity. Each resource provides supporting material for teachers and students. Resources can be shared in Google Classroom or through a link. State standards are included.
tag(s): cells (82), chemicals (36), ecosystems (100), habitats (103), life cycles (22), matter (50), measurement (126), space (242)
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Assign each student a specific cell organelle to research. Students then participate in a "speed dating" activity where they pair up and share information about their assigned organelle, focusing on its structure and function. Encourage students to plan and conduct simple experiments related to life science topics, such as photosynthesis or respiration. Using the scientific method, students can formulate hypotheses, collect data, and draw conclusions. Have students use the digital tools to explore the process of meiosis. Students can engage with interactive simulations that illustrate each phase of meiosis, allowing them to visualize chromosome behavior and understand genetic variation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Geology - Science Learning Hub
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The Geology topic on the Science Learning Hub provides a comprehensive suite of science education resources tailored for educators and students interested in Earth's dynamic processes....more
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The Geology topic on the Science Learning Hub provides a comprehensive suite of science education resources tailored for educators and students interested in Earth's dynamic processes. Covering key concepts such as plate tectonics, volcanic activity, seismic waves, the rock cycle, and dating methods, the platform offers a variety of materials including articles, interactive activities, and multimedia content. Notable resources include the "Magma Pop" game, which gamifies volcanic geology, and detailed explorations of seismic waves and tectonic movements. These resources are designed to support inquiry-based learning.
tag(s): plate tectonics (29), rock cycle (26), volcanoes (62)
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Have students play the "Magma Pop" interactive game to visualize how different types of volcanic eruptions form based on the properties of magma. After reading the Rock Cycle resource, students can illustrate a comic strip following a rock through its transformation from one type to another (ex., igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic). Students can make the comic strip digitally using ToonyTool reviewed here or Free Comic Strip Maker reviewed here. Use a Slinky or rope to demonstrate P-waves and S-waves. Pair with video or image resources from the site to show real-world seismic activity.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Earth's Systems - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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The Earth's Systems section on PBS LearningMedia, curated by WQED, offers over 350 free, standards-aligned resources designed to support K-12 science instruction. Educators can access...more
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The Earth's Systems section on PBS LearningMedia, curated by WQED, offers over 350 free, standards-aligned resources designed to support K-12 science instruction. Educators can access diverse materials--including videos, interactive simulations, lesson plans, and data visualizations--that explore the dynamic interactions among Earth's geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. These resources are organized by recency, ensuring that teachers have access to the most up-to-date content and are suitable for various grade levels and learning environments. Integrating multimedia content with inquiry-based activities, this collection fosters a deeper understanding of Earth system science and its relevance to real-world phenomena.
tag(s): atmosphere (22), climate (98), earth (193), plate tectonics (29), rock cycle (26), visualizations (15), volcanoes (62), weather (172)
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Have students explore the interactive "Earth's Four Spheres" to learn about the geosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere. Watch the video and have students write cause-and-effect chains showing how volcanic eruptions impact each Earth system. They can use Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to create a digital version. Students can get cards with different events or images (e.g., hurricane, soil erosion, animal migration) and sort them into categories: geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, or a combination.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Geology and Geomorphology - Digital Atlas Project
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5 to 12
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The Digital Atlas Project's Geology and Geomorphology section offers an interactive and easy-to-understand resource for educators and students to explore Earth's physical features and...more
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The Digital Atlas Project's Geology and Geomorphology section offers an interactive and easy-to-understand resource for educators and students to explore Earth's physical features and processes. The site features detailed maps, diagrams, and video explanations that cover topics such as plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, mountain formation, and landform development. It's ideal for integrating visual geography and Earth science concepts into lessons, helping students make connections between geologic forces and the landscapes they shape. The accessible format supports both in-class discussions and independent student exploration. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): earthquakes (52), landforms (37), plate tectonics (29), volcanoes (62)
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Assign students to explore the Digital Atlas and search for specific landforms (ex., volcano, fault line, mountain range). Have them record the location, describe how the landform was created, and share one interesting fact. Using the tectonic plate maps, have students identify major plates and label the continents, boundaries (convergent, divergent, and transform), and associated features, such as the Ring of Fire. Follow this activity with a discussion on how plate movement causes earthquakes and volcanoes. Students create an illustrated flipbook using AnyFlip, reviewed here that shows the step-by-step formation of a geologic feature (ex., mountain, canyon, volcano), using descriptions and diagrams from the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Educational Resources: Earth and Environment - U.S. National Science Foundation
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The U.S. National Science Foundation: Earth and Environment page offers a variety of educational resources, including lesson plans, printable activities, videos, and images. Lessons...more
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The U.S. National Science Foundation: Earth and Environment page offers a variety of educational resources, including lesson plans, printable activities, videos, and images. Lessons cover topics such as climate and energy, geology, and environmental science through resources like the Learning Zone and Rock'd. Printable activities include Snapshot Safari, Water vs. Land, and Gravity on Earth. Featured videos, including the Science for Kids series, explore concepts like the water cycle and ocean studies, with direct access to the NSF News YouTube channel. The page also features striking images of Earth's diverse features, including tectonic plates, coral reefs, and thunderstorms.
tag(s): climate (98), coral (11), environment (251), gravity (50), plate tectonics (29), water cycle (25), weather (172)
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Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast water and land. Students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to illustrate the water cycle. Finally, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to travel the world to visit different lands and find their climate.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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