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Journey to the Sun

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Understanding Weather and Climate– Lesson 9: Ocean Currents- Using Thermometer Strips

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Earth & Space Science
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Licenses & Permits: Commercial Space

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Land and Water– Literacy Extension

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Earth & Space Science
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How Can We Send a Message Using Sound?

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Grade 1
Engineering Design
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NOAA Educator Opportunities

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How Can We Change Solids and Liquids?
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How Can We Change Solids and Liquids?

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Grade 2
Physical Science
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Sound — Lessons 1-4: Materials

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Physical Science
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Spin Cycle: Training for High G Flying

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How Can We Stop Soil From Washing Away?

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Grade 2
Engineering Design
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Transforming Science Education

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Margarita Mora - Earth Optimism Summit 2017

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Women in Aviation and Space History

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Space Career Resource Guide

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Animal Studies– Materials and Organizations

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Life Science
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STEM Education for Social Good

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‘Tis the Season for a Reason

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Biotechnology! How can we ethically create a sustainable future using biotechnology?

Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November
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Smithsonian | Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November

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U.S. Space Force Commercial: Space Is Hard

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Impacting student learning

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How Can We Keep Land From Washing Away?

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Grade 2
Engineering Design
Sustainability
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Kenny Harris, Senior Project Engineer - STEM Literacy Project

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Spaceports by State

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NOAA Data in the Classroom

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Sustainability
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Build a CubeSat!

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Dressed to Protect

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Join the U.S. Space Force

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

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Grade 6
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Earth & Space Science
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Explore Smithsonian: How Can We Know About the Reproductive Cycle of an Animal by Its Poop?

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Life Science