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Amusement Parks
Theme parks with their roller coasters and other attractions make great science laboratories. Explore the physics principles they employ — all in the name of fun. |
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Animals
One thing most children share is a fascination with animals. Tap into this ready interest to teach the alphabet, WWII — and many aspects of biology. |
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Animals & Ecosystems
Explore the relationship between animals and their environments with these featured video clips, lesson plans, discussion guide, and activities. |
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Astronomy
Travel to Mars, inspect space shuttle improvements, peer through the Hubble Space Telescope, and take a gander at our galaxy's future. |
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Biomes
Tour the world's biomes for a look at the diverse ecosystems found on our planet — and see why monitoring both is critical for our future. |
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Chemistry
Explore the role the elements play in technology and our daily lives with these featured video clips, lesson plans, discussion guide, and activities. |
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Forces of Nature
The force is with you whether it's the force of gravity, motion, energy, or other physical forces that shape the world. Unlock the secrets behind these inescapable forces of nature! |
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Marine Life
From prehistoric sharks to their contemporary counterparts, the seas have long teemed with life. Introduce students to some of the marine animals who inhabit Earth's underwater worlds. |
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Medicine
From the development of vaccines to the use of artificial hearts, examine the history of treating and preventing disease. |
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Mountains
How does the Earth build mountains? What kinds of plants and animals thrive on rugged mountain ranges? Explore the dynamic history and varied wildlife of these breathtaking natural wonders. |
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National Parks
Every summer, tens of millions plan their vacations around a visit to a national park. Explore the natural wonders and riches these public lands shelter. |
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Oceans
Oceans cover 361 million square miles – almost three-fourths of the earth – and are the world's largest ecosystem. Dive into an exploration of how they formed. |
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Plant Science
Without plants people couldn't survive. Delve into the diverse world of plants to discover how plants function and how they adapt to the place they call home. |
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Pluto's Not a Planet
Suddenly Pluto has been demoted from being a true planet to being a dwarf planet. Discover how Pluto differs from the "big eight" planets, and what a planet is after all.
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Science as Inquiry
The "Aha!" of scientific discovery is a thrilling moment of seeing the world with new eyes. Explore exciting scientific discoveries both ancient and modern. |
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Scientific Discoveries
Real scientists take you behind the scenes to unlock the secrets of scientific inquiry. |
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Seasonal Change
Explore seasonal change and the impact of global warming on future seasons. |
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Space
Humans have been gazing at the sky and trying to figure out what's happening in space for centuries. Explore our ever-expanding knowledge of the universe. |
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Volcanoes
Learn about the three types of volcanoes and how they are formed. Explore the ruins of Pompeii after the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. |
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Winter Weather
Frightful or delightful, winter storms are shaped by meteorological forces at work year-round. |