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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. |
