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Life science focuses on the patterns, processes, and relationships of living organisms, from the microscopic scale of single molecules to the entire biosphere.

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Making Motion Meaningful: Mapping Body Movements onto Graphs

The ability to interpret graphs is foundational to understanding many science topics, although mastering this skill can prove challenging to many students. This article illustrates how a lesson on motion graphs was implemented in physical science cla...

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Dog Days At School: Using Authenticity to Guide cross-curricular Learning in Kindergarten

The presented unit explores the often-overlooked potential of integrating science, social studies, math, and ELA through the lens of a kindergarten unit centered around the creation of a dog park. Emphasizing collaborative decision-making and communi...

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Remarkable Adaptations

The emperor penguin is one of the most identifiable animals on earth. Its survival depends on a variety of factors, such as temperature and other environmental elements. In order to engage fifth-grade students in exploring the captivating phenomenon ...

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Out of School Engagements in Forensic Science on a College Campus

Out of school informal learning environments provide an excellent experience for students to develop scientific curiosity and critical thinking skills. Currently, there is a range of methods available for supporting STEM learning. As schools focus on...

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

Join us on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn the basic science behind the formation, growth, and lifecycle of hurricanes, as well as groundbreaking research in better predicting these powerful storms....
 

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Shell Seeker: The Life, Work, and Adventures of a Blind Biologist (Library Binding)

(NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRESALE (TO SHIP EARLY DECEMBER) The inspiring true story of Dr. Geerat Vermeij, a respected evolutionary scientist whose work challenges conventional views on observation, evidence, and the nature of science. Blind since early ...
 

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