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Science Behind the News: The Science of Innovation

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Ice - Flakes and Frost (Memorial Program)

How is it that every snowflake is unique? It's all in the fall!


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Mayan pyramid destroyed in Belize

Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.

Archive of Geography quizzes


Diversity, multiculturalism, worldwide events. You'll find plenty for classroom discussions in this listing of events.

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NIE Special Report


Whether its from the simple desire to help others, our environment, or our way of life, innovation is a process that begins with imagination and results in the creation of something of value for society. NBC Learn, in collaboration with the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the National Science Teachers Association, explores the process of innovations in this compelling 11-week video series.

View this weeks video : 3-D Printing



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Helping Kids Cope with Natural Disasters

Unfortunately, natural disasters do happen, and people are often affected adversely. It’s a traumatic time for everyone, but can be especially distressing to children. As a parent, caregiver or educator, you can help children cope by monitoring their emotional state, answering their questions, and creating opportunities to connect with family, friends, and the larger community.

Click here for some ideas for getting through this difficult time



Mayan pyramid destroyed in Belize

Answer FIVE Geography questions each week based on major news events.

Archive of Geography quizzes

Federal safety board urges tougher drinking-and-driving cutoff limit to match other nations

-- Front Page Talking Points Archive



Google Glass Causing Congressional Privacy Concerns

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Classroom Caption Contest!
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Disasters put focus on regulations

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Diversity, multiculturalism, worldwide events. You'll find plenty for classroom discussions in this listing of events.

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Science Diary: Healthy Ocean - Update

Some fish species are in hot water, ecologically speaking, but as consumers we can help turn the tide.
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-- May 24, 2013



This week's word in the news: INITIATE

DEFINITION:
To set going by taking the first step; begin.


FOUND IN THE NEWS:
Troopers initiated a pursuit of the vehicle at the rest area on Interstate 71 just north of the Ohio 123 exit east of Lebanon, troopers said.
The Dayton Daily News -- 05/20/2013


Resources for the K-3 crowd

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Kid Scoop
Learn! Laugh! Play!


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Kid Scoop Game Zone
Interactive games.

Funny Fillers. Word Searches.


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Kid Scoop Parents Information
Each month we feature an article on an aspect of children's education, health or wellbeing.


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Kid Scoop Pop Quiz


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Kid Scoop Word Search