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Inquiry science is the foundation

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Stories of Women in STEM at the Smithsonian

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NOAA Planet Stewards

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Smithsonian Science for Global Goals

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IDEAS in STEM: Building Relationships

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Stories of Women in STEM: Symbiosis

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PROTECTING WHALES

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Grade 3
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Biotechnology! How can we ethically create a sustainable future using biotechnology?

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Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Space Transportation Careers

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Yuck! That Tastes Terrible: Discovering a Unique Genetic Trait

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USPTO's National Summer Teacher Institute

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Penguin Protection

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Grade 1
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Understanding Weather and Climate–Lesson 9: Ocean Currents-Using the Demo Box

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Hands-on science and non-English speakers

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What is Our Evidence That We Live On A Changing Earth?
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What Is Our Evidence That We Live on a Changing Earth?

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Grade 4
Physical Science
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How Can We Provide Energy to Meet Diverse Needs?

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Understanding Weather and Climate

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United States Geological Survey's Eyes on Earth Podcast

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Exploring Plate Tectonics– Recording Earthquake Waves

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Earth & Space Science
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STC Secondary: Exploring the Properties of Matter Unit

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Chemistry
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How Can We Protect Animals When Their Habitat Changes?

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Channel Challenge!

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Aquation: The Freshwater Access Game

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How Does Energy Move from One Object to Another?

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Physical Science
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NASA eClips: Careers at NASA - More than just astronauts

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Rocks and Minerals– Creating Take Home Field Guides

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STC Assessment Guide: Land and Water

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Storm Smart

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STC Program: Soils Unit Kit, 2nd Edition

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Zero Barriers in STEM Education Accessibility and Inclusion Workbook

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