by msander | Aug 23, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Strand: Understanding Life Systems In this inquiry project, students will explore the basic process of osmosis and capillary action through an investigation that will mimic the process through biomimicry. Students will relate their knowledge and build a sub-irrigation...
by msander | Aug 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Our early ancestors relied on lightning to cause forest fires, from which they could collect coals and burning sticks to help them cook food and clear land. Yet, it wasn’t just humans who benefited from these natural phenomena. Even as they destroyed trees, fires also...
by msander | Aug 22, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Getting to Mars is on our minds back here on Earth, and when it comes to space travel, recycling is a space traveler’s best friend – pee included! Today we’re looking at a brilliant new potential use for pee in space, and URINE for a surprise, it...
by msander | Aug 21, 2017 | All Science Teachers, Safety
A solar eclipse can seriously damage your eyes. Using eclipse glasses is just one safety tip for viewing the total eclipse. Here’s how and where to watch in Canada: http://cbc.ca/1.4247834 »»» Subscribe to CBC News to watch more videos: http://bit.ly/1RreYWS...
by msander | Aug 18, 2017 | All Science Teachers
ETA partial solar eclipse is seen through clouds in Bangkok on March 9, 2016. A similar partial eclipse begins across Canada on Aug. 21. (Athit Perawongmetha/Reuters) By Nicole Mortillaro, CBC News Posted: Aug 18, 2017 5:00 AM ET Last Updated: Aug 18, 2017 8:59 AM...
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