The Three Sisters: Corn, Squash, and Beans

Throughout a series of explorations involving the use of Indigenous People’s stories students will learn about the importance of plants and their relationship with us and the the natural environment. By deepening their understanding and appreciation of the...

Teacher Demo: Marshmallow DNA Model

This demonstration will provide students with a visual representation of the structure of DNA. Students will learn the different components that make a nucleotide, the correct base-pair connection between nitrogenous bases, and visually see the double helix structure...

Teacher Demo: Rusty Balls

The thermite reaction is very exciting, but also extremely dangerous. Iron has a melting point of over 1500oC and the reaction can reach temperatures of over 2000oC. This reaction was once used to weld railroad tracks together. The purpose of this demonstration is to...

Teacher Demo/Student Activity: Powder Disaster

Flour is an ingredient that is found in most kitchens and used regularly for baking and cooking. Consequently, it is considered safe, and people do not regard the potential hazards. In reality, flour and dust explosions are extremely dangerous, and reducing the risk...
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