February 2009
23andMe - Genetics 101
by knann23andMe provides a collection of educational materials to guide you on your personal journey of genetic discovery. Explore our learning resources and discover the world of genetics!
October 2008
The Periodic Table of Videos - University of Nottingham
by knann (via)Oustanding Periodic Table of Elements with video explanations (practical explanations)
September 2008
Lunar Cycle Challenge
by knann (via)Drag the moons to their places in the lunar cycle. Three levels of play.
June 2008
April 2008
Periodic Table Printmaking Project
by knann & 2 othersNinety-six printmakers of all experience levels, have joined together to produce 118 prints in any medium; woodcut, linocut, monotype, etching, lithograph, silkscreen, or any combination. The end result is a periodic table of elements intended to promote both science and the arts.
March 2008
BAM! Body and Mind |
by knann, 1 comment (via)From the CDC, a great interactive site for health topics: diseases, food and nutrition, physical activity, your safety, your life, your body. Resources for teachers here as well.
December 2007
Science Animations for the Smartboard or Teacher Website
by knann (via)Science Animations
Movies & Interactive Tutorial Links
November 2007
Welcome to BugGuide.Net! - BugGuide.Net
by knann & 2 othersWe are an online community of naturalists who enjoy learning about and sharing our observations of insects, spiders, and other related creatures.
Includes clicable guide, taxonomy, images, and indo
October 2007
Life Science Connections - Human Body Adventure
by knann (via)Engaging site designed by a middle school teacher for grade 7 life science, but content can be used for 5th grade unit because of the way the information is presented in bulleted format with graphics. If students have trouble using the naviagation menu, use the site map:http://vilenski.org/science/humanbody/hb_html/map.html
July 2007
Singing Science Records
by knannScience songs on topics of space,energy &motion, weather, and nature. Right click, choose "save Target As" to download the MP3. Songs are definitely dated, but older students and music teachers may enjoy updating the music style, perhaps to a rap tempo or, be inspired to create their own songs. Good resource for differentiation.
Stop Disasters
by knannUse your critical thinking and problem solving skills to minimize the imapct of various natural disasters such as hurricane, earthquake, tusnami, flood, and wildfire. Geared for middle and high school students with 3 levels of play. Takes 10-20 minutes per game.
May 2007
WISE - Web-based Inquiry Science Environment
by knannHarness the power of the Internet... wisely. WISE is a simple yet powerful learning environment where students examine realworld evidence and analyze current scientific controversies. Our curriculum projects are designed to meet standards and complement your current science curriculum, and your grade 5-12 students will find them exciting and engaging. A web browser is all they need to take notes, discuss theories, and organize their arguments... they can even work from home! Our Teacher Area lets you explore new projects and grade your students' work on the Web. Best of all, everything in WISE is completely free.
April 2007
What Tree Is It?
by knann & 1 other (via)Use just two of the parts of trees, leaves and fruit, to identify the common trees. Then, after you learn the tree’s name, you can read facts about your tree, or you can bypass the keys and go directly to the tree by name.
December 2006
NSDL Middle School Portal: Science Pathway
by knannA collection for the finest online resources to help you and your students thoroughly explore a teachable topic. Locate resources for your current units easily!
November 2005
ScienceMystery:Info for Teachers
by knannNine engaging, interactive science mysteries combining logical thinking and problem solving.Mysteries span grades 5-12. Have a look!
Strange Dead Bird - Science Mystery
by knann"Strange Dead Bird" is an interactive mystery. Can you figure out what this strange dead bird has to do with our disappearing wetlands?
Mysteries of Apo Island
by knannSome strange things are happening on Apo Island, in the Philippines. Investigate the clues and try to solve the mystery! Learn about shark biodiversity.
October 2005
Distance Time Graph
by knann (via)This is an awesome resource for students learning about speed and distance time-graphs. Uses graphs synched with video of soccer/football players during a game.
September 2005
Secrets at Sea
by knannAce on the Case: Secrets @ Sea is an online curriculum-based adventure story for grade 4-7 students covering topics in Ocean Science.
July 2005
NatureScene Virtual Field Trips
by knannPack your computer for a virtual tour from a wide selection of nature spots across the country. Investigate wildlife inhabitants in Who Lives Here and view narrated movie clips on your virtual tour of America. Includes Northeast Kingdom in Vermont
Animal Diversity Web
by knann & 2 othersAnimal Diversity Web (ADW) is an online database of animal natural history, distribution, classification, and conservation biology at the University of Michigan
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