Photosynthesis Unit
This in-depth lesson collection is NGSS-aligned and part of a larger unit focused on Matter and Energy in Organisms and Ecosystems. Students are introduced to…
Resource Topic: Science
Papaya DNA Extraction
This instructional resource includes step-by-step protocol for teacher preparation of materials and student instructions for extracting DNA from papaya seeds. Images are included to illustrate…
Introduction to Ecology Unit
This in-depth seven-day unit provides a place-based introduction to ecology concepts, including local environmental issues, uses of GPS/GIS, native species, pioneer species, tree classification, human…
Separations of Mixtures Lab
Set up as eight activity stations, this series of lab investigations helps students to discover and separate mixtures using a variety of techniques. Specimens include…
Watts Up?: Percentage Change of Appliance Electricity
This lesson explores appliance electricity energy usage. Students use an electricity meter to test different electronic devices to determine energy increase or decrease. Students will…
Kukui Nut Oil and Modern Fuel Sources Lab
This lab explores how ancient Polynesian techniques (kukui nuts and kukui oil) compare with modern fuel sources. Background is provided on how ancient Polynesians used…
Sustainability Initiative – School Level Report
This presentation resource reports on King Intermediate’s Sustainability Initiative during one school year. It provides an overview of goals, lesson development, topics, activities, standards, and…
Watershed Water Quality Investigation
This in-depth lesson plan explores local watershed water quality through a hands-on investigation comparing samples from drinking water and a local stream. Instructional resource includes…
DNA Structure Lab
This lab includes a hands-on activity to learn about DNA structures. The student worksheet includes procedures for making a model of a DNA molecule using…
Water Quality Challenge
This 5-week lesson uses problem-based learning strategies to explore local water quality and features an experiment that uses backpack filtration units to test for contaminants…