Geology & Earth Science
Ideas and inspiration for Earth Science and Geology lessons.
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Read ArticleRockhounds agree - this mineral activity rocks
Using various testing methods, students will learn the properties that distinguish one mineral from another, how minerals are classified, how they occur in nature, and how they're used in daily life.
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Read ArticleKeeping a great laboratory notebook - an epic lesson
Students learn to use laboratory notebooks to keep consistent and accurate notes that record and reflect on their inquiry-based observations, activities, investigations, and experiments.
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Read ArticleHow to find safety gloves that fit your needs like…well, a glove.
Find the right safety gloves for every science classroom activity with our interactive Glove Selector Tool.
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Read ArticleDiscovering exoplanets in a galaxy not so near you – a free activity
Students practice science observation skills, data collection, and more as they learn how to hunt for planets outside our solar system with this free activity.
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Read ArticleHow does road salt affect our environment? A free activity to investigate a slippery dilemma.
Road salt keeps icy roads and sidewalks safe, but how does it impact our environment? In this activity students investigate how to keep roads safe while keeping our ponds safe, too.
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Read Article5 Fun Ways to Use Fossils in Your Classroom
Imagine 90% of species extinguished in a massive fireball or frigid ice age. Fossils tell stories about the Earth’s history that we explore on National Fossil Day on October 16th.
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Read ArticleA quick checklist for back-to-school lab safety
Safety concerns in the science lab can turn awesome teachers into nervous wrecks. Here’s a quick checklist to ensure your lab is safe (and get back your peace of mind).
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Read ArticleFree stuff for your class. (It's easier than you think)
Learn how DonorsChoose.org can help you fund the science materials you need, so you can make your science classroom dreams a reality.
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Read ArticleSuperhero science: Six Marvel-ous minerals
Be a superhero in your science classroom as you mesmerize and impress distracted students while they learn how to test and record physical properties of minerals that resemble Avengers Infinity Stones
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4:01Watch VideoHow to use a landform simulator to study erosion, deposition, and bodies of water.
From rainfall and wave simulation to mountain peaks, volcanoes and meandering shorelines, landform simulators make it easy to model real-life topographic features without leaving your classroom.
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Read ArticleWhat is climate change? A middle school lesson plan.
Download this lesson plan and immerse your science students in one of the most significant scientific developments of their generation.
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30:25Watch VideoAll about Science Olympiad: How to start a team, tips for new coaches, and more.
Want to bring your most passionate science students together for creative problem solving, teamwork, and science fun outside the classroom? Start a Science Olympiad team! We'll show you how.
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14:17Watch VideoEssential activities for essential earth science lessons: Mineral testing
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4:43Watch VideoEssential activities for essential earth science lessons: Sedimentary rocks
Explore in-demand STEM careers in earth science and geology while introducing students to rocks formed by deposition of sediment, with this easy-to-use and affordable activity.
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Read ArticleChemicals in the classroom – a quick guide to safety and purity.
Keep this printable chart of safer chemical substitutions on hand for ways to minimize risk to students and staff during chemistry activities.
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5:00Watch VideoEssential activities for essential earth science lessons: Igneous rocks
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7:08Watch VideoEssential activities for essential STEM lessons: Design a spacesuit
This easy, affordable STEM activity is outta this world! Explore in-demand STEM careers in space science and engineering while introducing students to real-world science and design applications.
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Read ArticleEssential Earth Science Kits
Explore STEM careers in earth science with easy, affordable activity kits. ~Learn More~#
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7:32Watch VideoEssential activities for essential STEM lessons: Clearing the water
Water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink...until students complete this hands-on STEM activity! Explore where tap water comes from and how it's made clean and safe for public use.
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