Labeling Chemicals and Chemical Containers
No unlabeled substances in the laboratory at any time! Labeling Basics Use labels with good adhesive. Use a permanent marker (waterproof and fade resistant) or laser (not inkjet) printer. Print clearly and visibly. Replace damaged, faded or semi-attached labels. Additional Reading: Lab Safety: Teacher Responsibilities Commercially Packaged Chemicals Verify that the label contains the following information: Chemical name […]
Easy-to-Access Guidance for Your Flex Program
Get program support for Carolina Kits 3D® Flex and Carolina Kits 3D® Flex Digital with our online video library. Learn the ins and outs of Carolina Kits 3D® Flex and Carolina Kits 3D® Flex Digital programs at your pace using our online video library. Each brief how-to video provides guidance on effectively implementing the Flex […]
Chemoween and Other Spooky Science
Treat your ghosts and ghouls to some spirited demos and hands-on activities, and celebrate Halloween as the finale to your October science explorations. You can create a memorable learning experience out of this spooktacular holiday with a discussion of chemistry topics such as acid-base chemistry, density, indicators, polymers, properties of matter, and phase changes. Anatomy, […]
Explaining Patterns in the Periodic Table
Identifying family and period properties within the periodic table Too often, students remember for a short time certain trends and properties associated with groups and periods of elements yet come away from a study of the periodic table without really understanding or appreciating how much information the table provides. In the following activities, students discover […]
Biotechnology: An Essential Curriculum
This essential curriculum for introductory biotechnology covers DNA structure and function, basic lab techniques, transformation, electrophoresis, restriction analysis, PCR and sequencing, bioinformatics, and bioethics. Supplemental materials include a biotechnology vocabulary assessment and optional labs and activities. DNA structure and function Our curriculum begins with a DNA extraction lab. This introductory lab lets your students examine […]
DNA Barcoding: Solving Old and New Problems in Biology
A History of DNA Barcoding DNA Barcodes: The beginning Paul Hebert of the University of Guelph coined the term DNA barcode to mean a unique DNA sequence that identifies each living thing in the same way that the unique pattern of bars in a Universal Product Code (UPC) identifies each consumer product. DNA barcoding relies […]
Smithsonian and Carolina Biological Launch New Hands-On Science Curriculum for Kindergarten
BURLINGTON, NC, April 12, 2021—During the NSTA 2021 Virtual Conference for K-12 science educators, Carolina Biological and the Smithsonian Science Education Center launched a new grade level of kindergarten curriculum for Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™. Published by Carolina, the leading school science supplier and NSTA gold sponsor, Smithsonian Science for the Classroom™ is now a complete K-5 […]
Move Your Classroom Outside
Outdoor Learning Activities Spring is in the air, and if your students are like mine, they’re just itching to be outside. An outdoor classroom, whether a formal classroom area or just an informal gathering spot, is the perfect way to help students maintain focus as the school year winds down. Plan your final quarter with […]
Top 5 Reasons to Teach Forensics
Have you considered bringing forensics into your classroom? Consider these 5 reasons you should teach this science. 1. Make a real-world connection Teaching forensic science is a simple and impactful way to bring the real world into your classroom. Your students are probably familiar with forensics from the news, TV shows, and online articles. Forensics […]
Greener Chemistry Labs for Good!
Safer, Engaging Chemistry Lessons Green chemistry. The term conjures different images for different people. Perhaps for the business minded, it’s chemistry dedicated to generating a lot of greenbacks (dollars). For others, maybe it’s a huge cauldron of bubbling green goo with a who-knows-what toxic vapor rising from the brew. In fact, it is neither of […]