Science Icons drawn on chalk board

These lessons cover STEM topics for grades 4-12. Many of them include options for advanced students. Additionally, the lessons meet Next Generation Science Standards. Another resource is the Common Core Standards for Oregon.


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Lesson Title Lesson Summary Subject Grade Level
2017 Solar Eclipse Students in this lesson learn about a total solar eclipse. Family Math & Science Night Elementary (4-5), Middle School (6-8)
3-D Learning and NGSS This lesson covers 3-D Learning and Next Generation Science Standards Engineering Elementary (4-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12)
A Sea of Data & Outreach Recommendations A high school learning module focused on oceanography, research and exploring marine science data. Marine High School (9-12)
Acidification Demo In this lesson students observe first hand CO2 being absorbed into water. Biology, Climate Change, Ecology, Marine Elementary (4-5)
All About Owls In this lesson students learn about the physical and behavioral adaptations of owls, and how these adaptations help them survive. Students will also learn how these adaptations affect what they eat. Biology, Ecology Elementary (4-5)
Analyzing a Leaf Pack In this lesson students will examine the leaf packs created in ‘Biodiversity in a Leaf Pack’ lesson to discover which macroinvertebrates live in their local stream ecosystem. Biology, Ecology Elementary (4-5)
Analyzing Insect Data Students in this lesson will analyze biodiversity data, and make inferences about local biodiversity. Biology Elementary (4-5), Middle School (6-8)
Art of Science In this activity students will learn about and practice the art of scientific illustration through drawing an item in nature. Ecology Elementary (4-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12)
Beyond The Volcano In this lesson students will model volcano processes and conduct authentic geologic practices. Geology Middle School (6-8)
Biodegradable Plastic Students learn what bioplastics are and what some of their many applications. Students will create their own biodegradable plastic using corn-based ingredients.  Bioenergy, Chemistry, Family Math & Science Night Elementary (4-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12)

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