Simulating Moon Phases and Eclipses | Hands-On Activity
Overview This is a simple activity that can help students better understand how eclipses occur.
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Biomimicry Research Project | Human Impact STEM Challenge
Overview In our unit on human impact, we discuss what biomimicry is and how it can be used to create more sustainable and efficient technology.
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Reasons for the Seasons Lab | Hands-On Activity
Overview In this lab activity, students have an opportunity to model Earth’s orbit and work in small groups to discuss different ideas for why we have seasons.
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The Egg Cart Challenge | Newton’s Laws | Hands-On Activity
Overview After introducing Newton’s laws of motion, I use this challenge as a fun and engaging lab to apply some of the concepts they’ve learned.
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Teaching the Science Behind a Growth Mindset
Overview In Carol Dweck’s book, “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,” she discusses the differences between having a fixed vs growth mindset and how those two beliefs can greatly affect how you learn.
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The Mystery Bag Challenge | Great Icebreaker & Hands-On Activity
Overview Of all the icebreakers I’ve tried, this classic challenge is my favorite activity to do during the first few days of school.
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Solar System to Scale | Mini-Project
Overview A NASA-inspired variation of the receipt paper solar system, this version includes a little more math.
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The Great Fossil Find | Hands-On Activity
Overview Adapted from UC Berkeley’s and Indiana University’s evolution page, this is a fun and engaging team building activity.
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