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 […]
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 […]
Collecting and Analyzing Fingerprints
Teach forensic science with hands-on fingerprint analysis. Explore techniques, classroom tips, and real-world applications to engage your students in STEM.
Energize Claims and Evidence through Smithsonian Science for the Classroom
Workshop Resources Physical Science K-5 Elementary School Experience how science lessons can be structured using teacher instructional slides, where students work in groups, with specific roles, to develop claims [about how motion energy moves and changes] based on evidence observed through hands-on experiences. Download Presentation Download Handouts Shop Smithsonian for the Classroom Materials
Unlocking Science Success: Navigating Middle School Learning Progressions
Workshop Resources Physical Science 6-8 Middle School Take a deeper dive into understanding the importance of learning progressions in 3–dimensional learning using STC Middle School. Experience the importance of a coherent storyline in student understanding. Download Presentation Download Handouts Shop Smithsonian for the Classroom Materials
Let’s Investigate Like Scientists and Engineers
Workshop Resources Physical Science K-5 Elementary School Discover new ways to help students think and work like scientists and engineers. Through a hands-on lesson, we will model instruction and resources that support 3-dimensional teaching and learning including teacher instructional slides, student friendly materials, simulations, and student investigation sheets. Download Presentation Download Handouts Shop Building Blocks […]
Exploring OpenSciEd Middle School from Carolina
Workshop Resources Physical Science 6-8 Middle School Come experience a model lesson from OpenSciEd for Middle School and see how the new Carolina Certified Edition makes these high-quality instructional materials even better! Leave with classroom resources. Download Presentation Download Handouts Download Placemats Shop OpenSciEd for Classroom Materials
Calibrating pH Meters
Calibrating a pH meter is a useful skill for science labs. By learning the proper technique for calibrating a pH meter, students can ensure accurate and repeatable readings.
Measuring Mass
Measuring mass of an object is an integral part of many science labs. By learning the proper technique for measuring mass, students can more quickly and accurately complete their lab investigations. Our instructional handout, video demonstration, and poster for classroom support will help you get started. Instructional Handout By using these resources, students will be […]
Sparking Curiosity Using Vernier Science Education ® Sensors
In Booth Demo Interdisciplinary Science 6-12 Middle / High School Inspire your students’ curiosity about the world around them through hands-on activities using Vernier Go Direct® sensors. In the demonstration activities below, use a temperature sensor to gather continuous temperature data during an experiment and a light sensor that measures reflectance and absorbance. Data Collection […]