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Distance Learning and Digital Resources from the Smithsonian

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Astralgeology - Planets and Moons

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HOW CAN WE IDENTIFY MATERIALS BASED ON THEIR PROPERTIES?

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STEM Education for Social Good

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STC Literacy Series™: Motion and Design

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United States Geological Survey's Eyes on Earth Podcast

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Earth & Space Science
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"The staff love the PD"

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Engineering Batteries

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Grade 8
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STC Literacy Series™: Microworlds

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STC Literacy Series™: Land and Water

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STC Living Materials Order Sheet, Microworlds

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Argos Education

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Falling 101

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Plant Growth and Development– Planting the Seeds

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Life Science
What is Our Evidence That We Live On A Changing Earth?
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What Is Our Evidence That We Live on a Changing Earth?

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Grade 4
Physical Science
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Dr. Drew, Density, & Diffusion: Dr. Charles Richard Drew Giving Life Through Blood Research

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"Science is fun, active, and hands-on."

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How Can We Stay Cool in the Sun?

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Kindergarten
Engineering Design
The Protecting Whales teacher guide cover with a collage of images showing a mother and baby humpback whale, a whale fluke in front of a military ship, a whale fluke, and a whale fluke in front of a cargo ship.
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PROTECTING WHALES

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Grade 3
Life Science
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Explore Smithsonian: Dr. Avi Loeb - Jr. Professor of Science

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Un Problema De Peso

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Grade 5
Physical Science
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Earth Observation User Case Study: Power of the Pixel - 1972 to 2021

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How Can We Change an Object’s Motion?

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How to Best Support Your Child’s Science Learning in the Time of COVID-19

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Dressed to Protect

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Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 1: Getting Ready for Caterpillars

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Life Science
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How Can We Protect Animals When Their Habitat Changes?

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Grade 3
Engineering Design
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Channel Challenge!

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World's Deadliest Animal Podcasting Module
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World's Deadliest Animal Podcasting Module

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How Can I Win a Game of Flashlight Tag?

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