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Clary, Renee; Wandersee, James – Science Scope, 2011
Discover the secrets contained in fossilized feces. Few topics in middle school classrooms capture students' enthusiasm and interest as do coprolites. These trace fossils offer classroom opportunities for integrated life and Earth sciences study, a stranger-than-fiction history of science, and an opportunity to solve mysteries. (Contains 8…
Descriptors: Paleontology, Earth Science, Class Activities, Science Activities
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DiSpezio, Michael A. – Science Scope, 2011
Explore claims of extraterrestrial life and our efforts to communicate with inhabitants of worlds outside our solar system. Even though there's no "proof positive" for extraterrestrial life-forms of any flavor, we've set the stage for applying a battery of critical-thinking skills to the valid analysis of scientific data. (Contains 3 figures and 5…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Astronomy, Thinking Skills, Critical Thinking
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Marshall, Jeff; Crenshaw, Kim; Higdon, Robbie – Science Scope, 2012
The seasons are often modeled for students using two spherical objects, one representing the Sun and one representing the Earth. Solely using this model, however, neglects a critical aspect of learning--how students actually see the world. This lesson challenges students to explore seasonal variations as they create and analyze sunrise/sunset…
Descriptors: Concept Formation, Data Analysis, Scientific Concepts, Geographic Location
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Fairweather, Elizabeth; Fairweather, Thomas – Science Scope, 2010
Mendel and his peas. Goodall and her chimpanzees. Bentley and his snowflakes. Pasteur and his sheep. Not only do these stories intrigue students, but they also demonstrate the trials and tribulations associated with scientific inquiry. Using scientists' biographies piques student interest while providing an added dimension to their understanding…
Descriptors: Scientific Principles, Inquiry, Discovery Processes, Scientists