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Exploring the Science of Roller Skating
Roller skating is not only a fun way to stay active; it also offers an exciting opportunity to dive into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning! Integrating roller skating into lessons can spark curiosity and creativity while exploring fundamental … [continue reading]
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Turn Easter Peeps into STEM 5 Fun Engineering Activities
Easter often brings an abundance of sugary treats like Peeps marshmallows into homes. Instead of consuming these ultra-processed sugar products, why not repurpose them for educational value? These colorful marshmallows can become excellent teaching tools for demonstrating important STEM concepts … [continue reading]
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A Game I’m Working On
I’m working on a science game about simple machines. I’m just getting pictures together now. It will be a spinner path game. Hoping to have it done by tomorrow.
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Frogland Game
This is a neat game about frogs. I like that the site also shows a little picture of the completed game. https://web.archive.org/web/20040525190114/http://www.twingroves.district96.k12.il.us/wetlands/WetlandGames/FroglandGame/FroglandGame.html Your Mission….. You are a young frog, newly hatched, and you belong to a species of frog that … [continue reading]
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Eclipse
Eclipse What is an eclipse of the Moon? What causes eclipses and why? How often do eclipses happen and when is the next eclipse of the Moon? You’ll learn the answers to these questions and more in Lunar Eclipses for … [continue reading]
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Science Songs
Songs Science @ Nasa Every story is available as an MP3 File! New story everyday, occasionally two! Singing Science Records Lots of materials get kids learning science through songs.
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Astronomers
Astronomers February 19, 1473 – Astronomer Nicholas Copernicus’ Birthday The Earth-centered Universe of Aristotle and Ptolemy held sway on Western thinking for almost 2000 years. Then, in the 16th century a new idea was proposed by the Polish astronomer Nicolai … [continue reading]
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Astronauts
Astronauts Learn what it takes to be an Astronaut. Find images, biographies, and interesting information describing the intriguing explorations of space travelers. What do astronauts eat in space? Can they grow food? Try Astronaut Ice Cream. It’s … [continue reading]
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Planets
Planets Venus Transit. New satellites of Jupiter were discovered April 5, 2003. The Institute for Astronomy, University of Hawaii describes the discovery, bringing the total of known Jupiter satellites to 60. Jupiter Irregular Satellite and Moon page lists … [continue reading]
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Activities
Activities Lots of ideas and activities for learning about astronomy with paper plates! Connect the Dots: Space Shuttle The Space Shuttle is a reusable rocket that carries people and satellites into space. The Shuttle is launched from the Kennedy … [continue reading]
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