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STC Program: Catastrophic Events Unit Kit

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Experimenting with Mixtures, Compounds, and Elements– Separating Solutes (Preparation for Lesson)

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Physical Science
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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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Don't Call Me Extinct Podcasting Module

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Ecosystems– Material Consideration

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Universities Space Research Association (USRA) Programs

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

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Fostering Change: Ideas and Best Practices for Diversity in STEM Teaching in K-12 Classrooms

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Building Networks and Enhancing Diversity in the K-12 STEM Teaching Workforce

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Earth Optimism Student Video Competition: Conserving Coral Reefs

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What Do Plants And Animals Need To Live?

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Life Science
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Photosynthesis: Blinded by the Light

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How Can We Predict When the Sky Will Be Dark?
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How Can We Predict When The Sky Will Be Dark?

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Electromagnetic Spectrum Basics

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STC Program: Balancing and Weighing Unit Kit, 2nd Edition

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Dressed to Protect

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Opening Our Minds & Success in Conservation - Plenary 1 - Earth Optimism Summit 2017

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Spaceports by State

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Exploring Properties of Matter– Other Surface Features

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Physical Science
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How Can We Predict Change in Ecosystems?

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Life Science
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NOAA View Data Imagery Portal

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Join the U.S. Space Force

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Zero Barriers in STEM Education Accessibility and Inclusion Workbook

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National Geospatial -Intelligence Agency Mapping Moments: Lunar Module Simulator

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How Can We Protect Animals When Their Habitat Changes?

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

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Fired Up About Energy

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STC Program: Light Unit Kit

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STC Program: Sound Unit Kit, 3rd Edition

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Glider Guide

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