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How Does Energy Move from One Object to Another?

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Motion and Design– "The Explore Build" Extension Activity

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Natural Selection: Common Misconceptions

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STC Program: The Technology of Paper Unit Kit

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STC Secondary: Working with Motors and Simple Machines

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Physical Science
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STC Literacy Series™: Motion and Design

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STC Assessment Guide: Rocks and Minerals

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Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 14: Discovering that Butterflies are Insects

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Elementary Weather Lesson

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Earth Optimism Student Video Competition: Conserving Coral Reefs

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STC Program: Land and Water Unit Kit, 2nd Edition

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Department of Agriculture Moon Tree Scientists

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Virtual Sungazing

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Exploring Planetary Systems– Other Surface Features: Don't Hurry the Slurry

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"Inquiry-based learning is incredible!"

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Teen Astronomy Cafe

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Chill Out: Tiny Refrigerator Saves Hubble Camera

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Land and Water– Literacy Extension

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Floating and Sinking– Which Things Float? Which Things Sink?

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Space Law-What Laws are There in Space?

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Exploring Properties of Matter– Surface Gravity

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Physical Science
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How Can We Use Patterns To Predict Motion?

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Grade 3
Physical Science
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Nirav Patel, Geospatial Data Scientist

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STC Program: Electrical Energy and Circuit Design Unit Kit

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Physical Science
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Licenses & Permits: Commercial Space

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Explore Smithsonian: How Do Astronomers See the Invisible Parts of the Universe?

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Engineering Batteries

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Food! How Do We Ensure Good Nutrition for All?

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High School
Sustainability
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Environmental Justice! How can we create environments that are healthy for everyone?

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NASA Career Categories and Descriptions

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