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Organisms– Literacy Integration

Rocks and Minerals– Lesson 3: Learning More about Rocks

Earth & Space Science

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

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Climate Action! How can we mitigate human impacts on the atmosphere?

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Don't Call Me Extinct Podcasting Module

Don't Call Me Extinct Podcasting Module

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Rocks and Minerals– Organizing Minerals

Earth & Space Science

Understanding Weather and Climate– Lesson 6: Temperature, Pressure, and Cloud Formation

Earth & Space Science

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Expedition: Insects

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PROTECTING WHALES

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

Exploring Planetary Systems– Solar System Explorations

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Keep it Balanced

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Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 8: Observing the Crysalis

Interview with a Smithsonian Scientist: Dr. Cari

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Sunlight on the National Mall

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Grade 1

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How Do Living Things Stay Safe and Grow?

Plant Growth and Development–Getting a Handle on Your Bee

Exploring Planetary Systems–Thinking about our Solar System

Earth & Space Science

Life Cycle of Butterflies– Lesson 2: Caring for Caterpillars

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Biodiversity! How can we balance the needs of people with the needs of other living things?

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How Do Weather and Climate Affect Our Lives?

Earth & Space Science

Exploring Plate Tectonics– Convection in the Mantle

Earth & Space Science

Animal Studies– Observing Millipedes More Closely

Ecosystems– Lesson 7: Joining Terrarium and Aquarium

Earth & Space Science

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

How Can We Find the Best Place for a Plant to Grow?

Rocks and Minerals– Lesson 2: Observing Rocks- How are They the Same and Different?

Earth & Space Science

What Can Maps Tell Us About Land and Water on Earth?

What Can Maps Tell Us About Land and Water on Earth?

Earth & Space Science

Exploring Planetary Systems– Other Surface Features: Don't Hurry the Slurry

Earth & Space Science

Animal Studies–Science Vocabulary

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How Can We Find the Best Place for a Plant to Grow?