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Through the study of environmental science, individuals, communities, and organizations develop knowledge and skills to investigate the environment and to make informed decisions about how they can help take care of it.

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Adapting a Field Research Course to High School Biology: Twenty Years of Leading Teenagers to do Science in the Woods

Direct experiences in the living world are a major ally in helping students understand biology and the practice of science, and in fostering a lifelong love for nature. The positive impact of field study on students’ experiences and outcomes, and t...

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Saving Our Water: Engagement Strategies for Designing Collaborative Community-Based Solutions

In recent years, some communities have experienced extreme conditions of drought: reduced water supply for farms, increased wildfires, and decreased water availability in reservoirs and groundwater basins. This article details how high school juniors...

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Exploring Local Environmental Issues to Engage Students in Real-World STEM Problem Solving and Discovery

One of the most cost-effective ways to engage students in real-world STEM is by turning to local issues of emerging relevance through current events. In this middle school lesson, local current STEM events are used to encourage students to explore th...

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The Birds and the Bees, the Flowers and the Trees

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Latest Resources

 

Web Seminar

What Happens When the Earth Shakes? Understanding Earthquakes and Earthquake Alerts, October 22, 2026

Join us on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about earthquakes and the USGS-led ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning System....
 

Web Seminar

Making the Most of Attending an NSTA Conference - Indianapolis 2026, October 8, 2026

NSTA Indianapolis is coming, and your best conference experience starts now! Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar designed to help you plan your schedule, navigate the conference, and maximize y...
 

Web Seminar

Navigating NSTA 2026 Fall Conference: A Guide for First-Time Attendees, October 6, 2026

Headed to the NSTA National Conference in Indianapolis? Make every moment count! Join us on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, for an interactive webinar that will help you navigate the conference with confidence, build meaningful ...
 

Web Seminar

Reviewing Proposals for NSTA Conference in Boston, September 29, 2026

Every great conference begins with great proposal reviewers. Help shape the 2027 NSTA Spring Conference in Boston. Join us for an interactive webinar that will equip you with the tools and guidance to evaluate proposals and support the development of...
 

Web Seminar

Archive: Unlocking Success: A Step-by-Step Guide to NSTA Proposal Submissions, September 3, 2026

Ready to share your ideas at the NSTA Spring Conference in Boston? Join us for an interactive session designed to help you develop and submit a successful proposal for the 2027 NSTA Spring Conference in Boston. Whether you're interested in presenting...
 

Web Seminar

Archive: Science Update: What is El Niño and How Might It Affect Our Weather This Year, September 10, 2026

As of June 2026, NOAA officially announced that an El Niño has formed in the Pacific Ocean and it is predicted to be a strong one. What is an El Niño? How does El Niño impact weather in the U.S. and across the globe? What is a Su...
 

Web Seminar

Snowfall Measurement Science: In Support of Aviation Winter Operations, November 12, 2026

Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about snow measurement science....
 

Web Seminar

Archive: Science Update: The Third Decadal U.S. Carbon Cycle Science Plan, June 4, 2026

The Third Decadal U.S. Carbon Cycle Science plan is developed in partnership with the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science (CPAESS), and the U.S. Carbon Cycle Science...
 

Web Seminar

Archive: Science Update: The Science of Hurricanes, Earth’s Most Powerful Storms, May 7, 2026

Around the world, hurricanes reshape coastlines, disrupt lives, and threaten communities. These powerful weather systems, which are also known as tropical cyclones, produce hazardous winds, waves, and rainfall that can reach hundreds of miles inland....
 

Virtual Workshop

Archive: OpenSciEd Middle School Unit 7.6 Unit Launch Workshop Series

Join us on November 18, 20, and December 2, 4, and 9, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET for an immersive professional learning experience exploring how OpenSciEd Unit 7.6: Earth’s Resources and Human Impact engages students in making sense of real-w...
 

Web Seminar

Archive: Science Update: 2025 Arctic Report Card Headlines, January 29, 2026

This Science Update celebrates and shares the 20th anniversary Arctic Report Card (ARC), an annual update on the state of the Arctic environment produced by NOAA and national and international partners. In this webinar, ARC contributors wil...
 

NSTA Kids

Too Much Quiet! (Hardcover)

Click here to view video of Too Much Quiet! Selected to be on The Children’s Book Council (CBC) December 2025 Hot Off the Press list!...

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