Make a Splash with Summer Science Camps
Get recommendations on lab materials and activities to support your summer science. Summer and summer science camps are right around the corner, and now is the time to select materials and activities. We’ve put together some of our favorite science camp topics to help with planning and purchasing. In-person, virtual, and to-go options Whether you’re […]
Very Trendy: Analyzing Data
Students often struggle with how to analyze and present the data they obtain in an experiment. While many schools offer courses in statistics or in computer spreadsheet and graphing applications, these are rarely prerequisites for science courses. In your science class, spend some time discussing data analysis at the beginning of the year to help […]
FAQs about Dissection Safety
Questions About Dissection Safety? We answer several questions that customers frequently ask. Topics include chemicals, volatile organic compounds, off-gassing, safety, disposal, and more. What is the difference between a fixative and a preservative? Many people use the words “fixative” and “preservative” interchangeably. However, these solutions serve very different purposes when it comes to preserved specimens. […]
Balancing Chemical Equations
Using Models to Simplify Balancing Equation To balance chemical equations, students must know how to count atoms, understand the difference between coefficients and subscripts, and identify reactants and products. Balancing equations reinforces understanding of the law of conservation of mass as students keep in mind that the same number and types of atoms must be […]
Next Generation Dissections
Dissection can and should be part of your implementation of 3-dimensional learning. Carolina can help you make this transition with updated kits and resources. As science teachers across all grade levels make the transition to 3-dimensional learning and the Next Generation Science Standards* (NGSS), is there still a place for dissections in the classroom? The answer […]
Basics of the Dissection Lab
Use these videos to guide students through proper handling and cleaning in the dissection lab. There are a few basic dissection lab skills that are important for students to know. Use these videos to help guide students through proper handling and cleaning in the dissection lab. Check back for new videos periodically. Changing scalpel blades […]
The Science Behind Lactose Intolerance
In partnership with the DNA Learning Center (DNALC) at the famous Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, we developed a kit that brings the connections between lactose intolerance, evolution, and enzyme functionality into the hands of students.
Webinar: Take Your Anatomy Labs Online
Experience the VH Dissector Virtual Anatomy Lab–built on real anatomical imaging–and learn how to implement it in your A&P course. Get a firsthand look at how the Touch of Life Technologies VH Dissector Virtual Anatomy Lab can supplement in-person instruction and serve as the laboratory component of an online anatomy and physiology course. Built on […]
Launching Biotech Careers through HudsonAlpha
HudsonAlpha captures students’ interest in biotechnology jobs. HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology is a leader in developing and applying biotechnology to benefit human health and well-being. As part of its mission, it offers educational outreach to immerse future scientists in hands-on learning experiences that support careers in biotechnology. Laboratory Activities That Spark Curiosity As educators, we […]
Maggot Michelangelos
Using Artwork to Gain Behavioral Insight Overview During this activity, students will use housefly larvae (i.e., maggots) to answer morphological and behavioral questions, all while creating unique artwork! Students will create and test hypotheses as well as learn about the complete metamorphosis life cycle. This hands-on learning activity shows students how fun scientific inquiry can […]