Students observe an in-classroom visual representation of a volcanic eruption. The water-powered …
Students observe an in-classroom visual representation of a volcanic eruption. The water-powered volcano demonstration is made in advance, using sand, hoses and a waterballoon, representing the main components of all volcanoes. During the activity, students observe, measure and sketch the volcano, seeing how its behavior provides engineers with indicators used to predict an eruption.
Through five lessons, students are introduced to all facets of the rock …
Through five lessons, students are introduced to all facets of the rock cycle. Topics include rock and mineral types, material stresses and weathering, geologic time and fossil formation, the Earth's crust and tectonic plates, and soil formation and composition. Lessons are presented in the context of the related impact on humans in the form of roadway and tunnel design and construction, natural disasters, environmental site assessment for building structures, and measurement instrumentation and tools. Hands-on activities include experiencing tensional, compressional and shear material stress by using only hand force to break bars of soap; preparing Jeopardy-type trivia questions/answers for a class game that reinforces students' understanding of rocks and the rock cycle; creating "fossils" using melted chocolate; working within design constraints to design and build a model tunnel through a clay mountain; and soil sampling by creating tools, obtaining soil cores, documenting a soil profile log, and analyzing the findings to make engineering predictions.
Students reinforce their understanding of rocks, the rock cycle, and geotechnical engineering …
Students reinforce their understanding of rocks, the rock cycle, and geotechnical engineering by playing a trivia game. They work in groups to prepare Jeopardy-type trivia questions (answers) and compete against each other to demonstrate their knowledge of rocks and engineering.
Rocks cover the earth's surface, including what is below or near human-made …
Rocks cover the earth's surface, including what is below or near human-made structures. With rocks everywhere, breaking rocks can be hazardous and potentially disastrous to people. Students are introduced to three types of material stress related to rocks: compressional, torsional and shear. They learn about rock types (sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic), and about the occurrence of stresses and weathering in nature, including physical, chemical and biological weathering.
Students test rocks to identify their physical properties (such as luster, hardness, …
Students test rocks to identify their physical properties (such as luster, hardness, color, etc.) and classify them as igneous, metamorphic or sedimentary. They complete a worksheet table to record all of the rock properties, and then answer worksheet questions to deepen their understanding of rock properties and relate them to the cavern design problem.
Students will use visual analysis to examine two images of rocks. They …
Students will use visual analysis to examine two images of rocks. They will make their own observations of individual rocks through drawing, and understand how the same observation skills can be used in the study of geology.
This site offers a collection of hundreds of free K-12 STEM resources, …
This site offers a collection of hundreds of free K-12 STEM resources, from standalone models and simulations to short activities and week long sequences of curriculum materials. Filter by type of subject, activity type and grade. Searchable subjects include: physics and chemistry, life science, engineering, earth and space, and math.
This site offers a great number of supports to teachers for teaching …
This site offers a great number of supports to teachers for teaching earth science related outcomes.
The following are available: *lesson plans *potash kits (free to order in SK) *Goventure (PD opportunity) *reference materials *career information & more
Lessons are available for all grades with a strong representation for Chemistry 30, Grade 4 Science, Career Education, Grade 7 Science & Social, Earth Science 30, Energy & Mines 10-30.
Reference materials include videos, links and industry reference materials.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE, EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE The world's energy supplies are in …
PHYSICAL SCIENCE, EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE The world's energy supplies are in crisis, and it's up to you to save the world! This game will teach you all about different power sources, alternative energy, and how we generate electricity to power our lives.
ABOUT THE SCIENCE So far, most of the world’s energy comes from non-renewable resources such as fossil fuels, oil and natural gas, but alternatives that can be replenished are constantly being developed and harnessed. These alternative energies use renewable resources like sunlight, wind, rain, tides and heat from the Earth to produce energy. Developing alternative energy sources is critical for sustaining the world’s energy consumption in the future. Wind, tidal, geothermal and hydropower are used to run turbines converting mechanical energy into electrical energy through a generator. Wind is the bulk air movement created by the variable heating of the Earth’s surface by the Sun. A wind turbine has three very large blades that are shaped like airplane wings to capture the mechanical energy from the movement of the air and convert it into a rotational force. A generator then takes the rotational force and transforms it into electrical energy. Tidal turbines function under the same principles as a wind turbine, but instead of capturing air movement, it captures water currents. Water currents are produced by a number of factors that include tides, variable temperature, winds across the ocean’s surface, and the Earth’s rotational movement. Geothermal energy uses energy in the Earth’s crust to heat water and produce steam that then drives a turbine. With the current consumption of energy the non-renewable resources like coal, oil and natural gas will eventually be depleted and alternative energy is needed in order to take their place and ensure lights can still turn on and houses are still heated. Hydroelectric generators convert the kinetic energy of moving water into electrical energy. Solar energy uses the Sun and material capable of absorbing light to create electricity from light in solar cells (photovoltaic cells), which can be connected in a series to create solar panels. The energy harnessed is then converted directly to electricity
"Learn about outer space, leading scientific exploration, new technology, earth science basics, …
"Learn about outer space, leading scientific exploration, new technology, earth science basics, & more with science videos & news from Science Channel."
Including "How It's Made" Free Science Channel Episodes How the Universe Works Outrageous Science Earth Science Myth Busters Jr
For elementary to high school students with lessons that engage through stories …
For elementary to high school students with lessons that engage through stories and podcasts. Segments in categories like Physics & Chemistry, Earth Science, Brain and Biology, and more will provide kids with a new way of seeing science.
Select EDUCATE from the top menu and use the filters to find the grade, subject and topic you need resources for.
« Des centaines d'articles scientifiques. Rédigés pour les enfants. Approuvés par des …
« Des centaines d'articles scientifiques. Rédigés pour les enfants. Approuvés par des scientifiques. Gratuits. »
Plusieurs des articles sont disponibles en français - il faut cliquer sur l'article en anglais et choisir « Download article in French » sous « Additional languages ». Les pages du site peuvent aussi être traduites par Google Translate (menu de langues en haut de chaque page).
Les vidéos sont malheureusement disponibles uniquement en anglais, mais les articles sont de haute qualité et traitent de sujets importants!
Science Kids is the home of science & technology on the Internet …
Science Kids is the home of science & technology on the Internet for children around the world.
Learn more about the amazing world of science by enjoying our fun science experiments, cool facts, online games, free activities, ideas, lesson plans, photos, quizzes, videos & science fair projects.
Science Online offers a comprehensive overview of a broad range of scientific …
Science Online offers a comprehensive overview of a broad range of scientific disciplines. This resource includes eLearning modules, teacher support materials, diagrams, interactive science experiments and more.This resource is primarily designed for high school students but there is some content appropriate for Grade 6 - Grade 8 students.
Science North is thrilled to provide resources for students as well as …
Science North is thrilled to provide resources for students as well as professional learning to support Science and Technology being delivered to students at a distance.
These resources include independent, flexible and interactive STEM concepts that will inspire students and build their skills and core competencies.
Look for: ~ DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES These downloadable resources contain a lesson plan and curriculum-linked handouts for students who do not have internet access. ~ PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Pre-recorded videos will provide teachers with the framework needed to complete an inquiry-based project with their students. ~ CLASSROOM VIDEOS Pre-recorded classroom videos will be available Monday through Friday, with each day covering a different grade level in English and French. The videos can be sent to students to provide them with key concepts and activities. ~ PRINTABLE HANDOUTS Worksheets will accompany classroom videos for students to print at home.
Every week Science North will provide Grade 1 teachers with a pre-recorded …
Every week Science North will provide Grade 1 teachers with a pre-recorded video and printable resource.
Teachers will be able to share these YouTube videos and resources with students every week.
Included are classroom videos, student handouts, and offline lesson plans.
These videos and handouts can be sent to students to provide them with key concepts and activities that link to the curriculum.
The offline lesson plans provide a detailed explanation of the concepts and the procedure. This can be used to help teach the lesson. These will also be made available to students without internet access.
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