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Seed Dispersal
Students examine seeds, make predictions on how they disperse and create a simple seed carrier that flies like a maple key.
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Skeletal System
Learn about the skeletal system and how it applies to movement and our bones.
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The Application of Polymers: Plastics!
Students are introduced to different types of household plastics and the concept of polymers and then complete two related experiments.
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Amazing Race Personal Genomics
Students go through a pipeline of some of the tasks needed to be done for a patient to get their genome sequenced from point A, all the way to point B where the patient will receive their personalized treatment.
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Fingerprints
Make a hand stencil, then record your fingerprints with graphite and examine them up close to learn about your unique fingerprints.
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Pipe Cleaner Neuron
Learn about the importance of neurons and create a cell body and neuron model out of pipe cleaners.
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A Model Hand
Create a model of your hand, with bones, knuckles, ligaments and tendons using paper, straw bits and string.
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Ask A Scientist
A virtual interview with a scientist where volunteers lead an interactive session about themselves, their interest in science, their career path, etc.
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Science Misconceptions Trivia
This is a Kahoot that includes 68 questions ranging from easier questions - what animal lays an egg: duck - to harder ones - if a meteor lands on the ground is it hot to touch - to highlight many misconceptions that exist across a variety of science topics!
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Hunt the Organelle!
Students will learn the difference between animal and plant cells and obtain an understanding of the major organelles by conducting a scavenger hunt.
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Blossoming Flower
Cut a paper flower, fold in petals and watch them blossom when in water.
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Hydration Nation - Virtual
This workshop explores water quality and the importance of healthy water systems.
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Let's Talk Plants
Students learn about the types of leaves, capillary action and plant growth.
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Food for Feathered Friends
Students obtain a fundamental understanding of food chains, food webs, dominant and keystone species by conducting an owl pellet dissection, engaging in a food chain activity and building their own bird feeder.
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Biodiversity and Ecosystems - Butterfly Mobile
Students will learn about biodiversity and ecosystems, as well as the energy pyramid, while creating a butterfly biodiversity mobile.