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Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Resources for Educators and Students

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Trait Tracker

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Soils– Organizing the Distribution Center

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Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 3: Learning More About Caterpillars

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STC Program: Microworlds Two-Use Unit Kit, 3rd Edition

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Natural Selection: Common Misconceptions

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Space Environment

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

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Ecosystems– Lesson 2: Setting up the Terrarium

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Kepler's Laws

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Understanding Weather and Climate– Lesson 4: Heat Transfer and the Movement of Air

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Hands-on science and non-English speakers

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NOAA View Data Imagery Portal

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STCMS™: Weather and Climate Systems

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That’s so Meta(cognitive)!

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Good Thinking: Make Sense of Science Class

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USDA Forest Service Module

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Zero Barriers in STEM Education Accessibility and Inclusion Workbook

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¡Biodiversidad! ¿Cómo podemos equilibrar las necesidades de las personas con las necesidades de otros seres vivos?

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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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Margarita Mora - Earth Optimism Summit 2017

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Moving Assessment from the Dessert Menu to the List of Entrees

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Earth Optimism Student Video Competition: Conserving Coral Reefs

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Zero Barriers in STEM Education Summit: Keynote Address & Closing Remarks

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How Can We Map Land and Water on Earth?
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How Can We Map Land and Water On Earth?

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Tami's Tower: Let's Think About Engineering

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Time: It’s Like, So Deep

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What Explains Similarities and Differences Between Organisms?

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"The training is fantastic!"

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How Can We Protect and Clean Earth's Water?

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