by msander | Dec 29, 2014 | Gr 1-3 Science & Tech, Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science
We were captivated by the stunning details of the animal eyes captured by photographer Brad Wilson in his animal portrait series Affinity. What sorts of wild souls belong to these exotic peepers? Take a look, make a guess, and slide the slider to reveal the answer....
by cbrookallred | Dec 18, 2014 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech
Today’s world is faced by major challenges; challenges science and technology can help solve when engineers do their magic. But less than 20% of engineering students and only 7% of professional engineers are female. This is a major problem! Joining forces, Hydro One,...
by cbrookallred | Dec 15, 2014 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Teaching Strategies
>>> Written by Shantel Popp Grade 8 Science – Fluids Unit Scaffolding is an important aspect of teaching that impacts all of the learners in our classroom. Scaffolding in my classroom refers to goal setting with my students and highlighting the key learning...
by msander | Dec 15, 2014 | Gr 1-3 Science & Tech, Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech
««« Submitted by Otto Wevers, This little air cannon is so much fun and creates so much wonder, it is sort of incredible that the only versions seem to be the large scale monster air movers that need smoke to make them useful. Big Idea Conversion of energy requires a...
by msander | Dec 11, 2014 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Safety
Demonstrations are an integral part of any science program. These activities engage students and help bring the “real world” into the classroom. STAO has recently developed a collection of safe demonstrations/activities for grades 9 and 10 that have been...
by msander | Dec 11, 2014 | Gr 1-3 Science & Tech, Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
BY SHARON OOSTHOEK, MARCH 14, 2013 White spruce grow across northern North America, from Alaska to Labrador. As Arctic temperatures rise, spruce are spreading even farther north. Even if trees cannot walk, they are still on the move. In parts of the Arctic, entire...
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