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Virtual Sungazing

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How Does Motion Energy Change in a Collision?

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Physical Science
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Rocks and Minerals– Creating Take Home Field Guides

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NASA: Faces of Technology

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STC Assessment Guide: Animal Studies

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Build a CubeSat!

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How Can We Identify Materials Based On Their Properties?
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How Can We Identify Materials Based on Their Properties?

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Physical Science
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Electric Circuits– Making a Filament

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Physical Science
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Smithsonian Science for Global Goals Case Statement

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Interview with a Smithsonian Scientist: Dr. Michael Wise

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STC Program: Light Unit Kit

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Physical Science
How Can We Find the Best Place for a Plant to Grow? Teacher Guide
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How Can We Find the Best Place for a Plant to Grow?

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Investigating Circuit Design– Generating Electric Energy

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Space Hitchhikers: The ESPA Ring

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The Impact of LASER i3

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Explore Smithsonian: How Can Electricity Correct a Telescope in Outer Space?

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Physical Science
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STC Secondary: Discovering Electrical Systems

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Physical Science
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Rainy Day Fabrics

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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light

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Tales of the modern astronomer

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Inquiry science is the foundation

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Pick Your Plate! Guía Global de Nutrición

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Moving Assessment from the Dessert Menu to the List of Entrees

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STC Program: Microworlds Student Investigations Guide, 3rd Edition

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Life Science
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Scaffolding Science Vocabulary Development within Inquiry-Based Instruction

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Earth Observation Case Study: Using Landsat to Map Agricultural Yields and Irrigation

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Organisms– Literacy Integration

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What Explains Similarities and Differences Between Organisms?

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Life Science
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STC Secondary: Exploring Respiration and Circulation

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Life Science
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STC Program: The Technology of Paper Unit Kit

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