Smithsonian Science for the Classroom: A Force to Be Reckoned With: Using Hands-On and Literacy to Build Elementary Students’ Understanding of Forces
Workshop Resources Physical Science 6-8 Middle School Join our interactive science workshop where literacy meets exploration! Immerse yourself in a world of discovery as we blend scientific concepts with the power of language. Through engaging activities see how to unravel the wonders of science but also enhance literacy skills. Download Presentation Download Grade K Handouts […]
Lab Skills: Aseptic Technique
Aseptic technique is the most fundamental skill for working with microorganisms or biological materials because it prevents contamination of experiments and cultures and reduces the spread of disease.
Webinar: How High-Quality Science Programs Can Improve Reading and Math Scores
In the science classroom, how many times have you had a student ask: “Why do I need to know this?” or “How does this apply to me?”
Tips for Cleaning Microscopes
Are your microscopes dusty and getting dustier? Are there smears across new, clean slides? Do parts seem loose? Use these simple tips to keep your scopes clean and in tip-top condition all year long. Dust and debris are the number one issue resulting in poor quality microscope viewing. Dust covers will help. Occasional cleaning of […]
Teacher’s Guide to Microscopes
Teacher’s Guide to Microscopes Are you planning to purchase some new microscopes to replace old ones or to meet the needs of increased enrollment? If you’re a first-time buyer, the task can seem daunting. This brief guide explains the basics of microscopes and their applications, helping you choose the right models for your classroom or […]
How to Use a Student Compound Microscope
How to Use a Student Compound Microscope By Monty Clayton Purchasing a microscope is an educational investment. When you properly use and care for it, it will provide years of uncompromising service. This article assumes a basic knowledge of the student-level compound microscope but highlights key points to ensure success. Use the following steps to […]
Leave Your Print: Basic Fingerprinting
In Booth Demo Life Science 6-12 Middle / High School Imprint your science expertise on the topic of dactyloscopy, the study of fingerprints. Fingerprints are completely unique, and no two people have ever been discovered to have identical prints. Using fingerprinting supplies and materials from Carolina, you can bring this activity into your classroom and […]
The Case of The Murdered Mayor – Solve a Forensic Case Using Multiple Lines of Evidence
Workshop Resources Physical Science 6-12 Middle / High School Assume the role of a crime scene investigator to solve a realistic crime scenario. Students use fingerprint, hair analysis, tire track impressions, blood typing, forensic entomology, and a police log review to identify a primary suspect from a pool of 6 alleged perpetrators. Download Presentation Download […]
Modeling DNA to Protein: Go Hands on with Protein Synthesis and Mutation
Workshop Resources Life Science 6-12 Middle / High School Teach protein synthesis using reusable magnetic manipulatives to model the flow of information through DNA translation and transcription. Visualize each step of the process and apply their models to a region on the beta-hemoglobin gene and the mutation associated with sickle-cell disease. Download Presentation Shop Biotechnology
Featured Creatures
Workshop Resources Life Science K-8 Elementary / Middle School Add excitement to your class with live organisms! Explore how organisms find food and interact. Discuss how these two hands-on activities can be applied to younger students: How creatures find food, and to older students: Social behavior and inter-species interactions. Download Presentation Download Handout Shop Living […]