Students investigate the relationship between proteins and amino acids digested in the small intestine while examining overall cell structure and function.

How does the shape of a cam affect the motion of a mechanism or machine? Explore the types of cam and follower mechanisms to identify how they transfer motion in machines. Engineering a mechanical device involves designing with a result in mind. This challenge will ask students to explore math, science and engineering design through the device of cam and follower.

This is a 4-hour lesson that includes a self-paced interactive module and classroom activities. The teacher guide includes a challenge sequence (timeline), relevance to standards, materials list, assessment, evaluation rubric, and learning extensions.

Lesson objectives: (1) Identify types of cam and follower and how they are connected to levers and mechanisms. (2) Differentiate the shapes of cams and the movement created. (3) Design, build and demonstrate your cam and follower mechanism.

A narrated screencast explaining how to use a balanced chemical equation to determine the number of particles of a substance given the starting mass of another substance. [4:46]

In this video segment adapted from ZOOM, two solar cookers are tested against a control to see which can cook a "s'more" faster. [3:11]

This lesson will focus on the dynamics and interactions surrounding coral! While exploring in Aurelia, you will have seen the different organisms that call coral reefs their home. This lesson will expand on coral, how they create such a uniquely diverse and productive environment, how organisms within this habitat support each other through symbiosis and how these natural interactions can be used to protect our coral reef
ecosystems.

Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.

Technology required for this lesson: Tablet or Smartphone.

Students incorporate their knowledge of civil engineering and physics principles as they design and build a bridge within certain parameters while choosing their own materials.

Here are thirteen questions with complete explanations to see how much you know about composting.

This clickable web page is like an outline that comprehensively covers the science of composting. Each link takes you to another section of notes.

This article describes the advantages and opportunities that can be utilized by composting in schools. Biology, chemistry, and physics can all be explored with simple schoolyard composting.

In honor of Darwin's 200th birthday and the 150th anniversary of the publication of "The Origin of the Species," Cornell has put together an extensive collection of Darwin's work during the last two decades of his life.

This resource presents a good summary of the history, properties, sources, uses and handling concerns of manganese. Also contains some basic data.

A great site to find general information on stars and their place in the universe. Click on the topics on the right margin for additional information about stars.

This interactive activity from ChemThink takes a closer look at a covalent bond: how it is formed and how the sharing of two electrons can keep atoms together.

An introduction to the strongest molecular structures. [9:14]

Khan Academy learning modules include a Community space where users can ask questions and seek help from community members. Educators should consult with their Technology administrators to determine the use of Khan Academy learning modules in their classroom. Please review materials from external sites before sharing with students.

Coyotes are remarkable creatures. In the wild, you can find them in almost any habitat throughout North America, including all of Ohio’s 88 counties. But the Museum’s coyotes, Red, Tex, Ember, and Charcoal, were all rescued shortly after birth and are not suitable for the wild. Instead, we’ve built them habitats that mirror their natural environments. Our animal experts work to provide them with daily enrichment to maintain their physical and mental health. In this video, learn about coyote care and go behind the scenes as we celebrate their birthdays with a special enrichment activity. Worksheets available for grades PreK-K and 1-2.

Help Carla take care of her green plants in her plant nursery, and learn about plant reproduction.

How do shape and weight impact the performance of a fidget spinner? This challenge will explore how shapes, weight and force impact the performance of a fidget spinner. Engineering a mechanical device involves designing with a result in mind. This challenge will ask students to explore math, science and engineering design through the device of a fidget spinner.

This is a 3-hour lesson that includes a self-paced interactive module and classroom activities. The teacher guide includes a challenge sequence (timeline), relevance to standards, materials list, assessment, evaluation rubric, and learning extensions.

Lesson objectives: (1) Investigate the basic shapes that make up a fidget spinner. (2) Explore how a fidget spinner works. (3) Design, build and test your own fidget spinner.

This site from the UCMP Berkeley provides information about the Cretaceous Period, the last portion of the age of the dinosaurs and the continued break up of the continent of Pangaea.