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Explore Smithsonian: How Are Optical Instruments Tested Before Space Flight?

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Inquiry science is vital

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National Geospatial -Intelligence Agency Mapping Moments: Lunar Module Simulator

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LASER i3 in North Carolina

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Smithsonian literacy materials

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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 Assessment Guide: Experiments with Plants

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Setting Up and Maintaining an Online Science Classroom for Success

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An Introduction to Space Weather and the Space Weather Prediction Center

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Journey to the Sun

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Smithsonian Institution | Dr. Carol O'Donnell | Director, Smithsonian Science Education Center
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Global Inspiration | Dr. Carol O'Donnell | Smithsonian | January

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Teacher Tips: Land and Water

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NGA Explains: What is GPS?

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Elementary Weather Lesson

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Earth & Space Science
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Through the Window and into the Mirror: Narratives of African American STEM Professionals

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Sound– Lesson 8: Making a Model Eardrum

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Kindergarten
Physical Science
Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November
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Smithsonian | Global Generations | The Global Classroom | November

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Experimenting with Mixtures, Compounds, and Elements– Organization!

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Physical Science
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Why Invest in STEM?

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Shrinking Sutures

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Experimenting with Forces of Motion– The Mousetrap Car

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Physical Science
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STC Program: Electric Circuits Unit Kit, 3rd Edition

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Engineering Batteries

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Cité scolaire D'Arsonval Group 1 Capstone Video

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Exploring Properties of Matter– Other Surface Features

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Physical Science
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Smithsonian Science for Global Goals Media Kit

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How Can We Send a Message Using Sound?

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Engineering Design
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Investigating Circuit Design– Generating Electric Energy

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Physical Science
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How Can We Light Our Way in the Dark?

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Physical Science
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Exploring Plate Tectonics– Recording Earthquake Waves

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