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Homeostasis - Think Bank Biology Revision
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4 to 9
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This is a fabulous site on homeostasis. This website provides an interactive presentation. The website focuses on body temperature, water balance, blood sugar levels, and blood pH....more
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This is a fabulous site on homeostasis. This website provides an interactive presentation. The website focuses on body temperature, water balance, blood sugar levels, and blood pH. Students will love the interactive challenges that are included at this website. This site requires Flash. Get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page..
tag(s): human body (133), temperature (33)
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This site is ideal for an interactive whiteboard. Use this website to introduce students to the various processes involved in homeostasis. Be sure to click on the "play" button on some of the pages. By clicking on the "play" button, students will see a more interactive and descriptive explanation about the science concepts.
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Brain Explorer - Lundbeck Institute
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7 to 12
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Brain Explorer is a comprehensive, interactive explanation of the human brain. This site is organized into three major categories: a brain atlas, neurological control information,...more
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Brain Explorer is a comprehensive, interactive explanation of the human brain. This site is organized into three major categories: a brain atlas, neurological control information, and descriptions of brain disorders. It also provides a glossary, a gallery, and additional reading material. Younger students may need some guided help or a narrow web quest because the site could be overwhelming.
tag(s): brain (67)
In the Classroom
This site would be a fantastic resource for teachers and students in biology, anatomy, health, or psychology. Share the images from the gallery on a projector or whiteboard to illustrate brain basics or assign students to find out more detailed information from the Atlas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MRI Game - Nobelprize.org
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5 to 10
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This interactive game introduces students to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The activity provides students with historical, scientific, and medical information about the MRI. After...more
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This interactive game introduces students to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The activity provides students with historical, scientific, and medical information about the MRI. After the reader-friendly information, students have the opportunity to choose patients and take them in for an MRI. There is also a matching activity that compares images from X-Rays, MRIs, and CATs (computer assisted tomography). As you study science concepts such as magnetism, light waves, and other physical science concepts this application of scientific concepts to solve a problem (seeing inside the body) will make the concepts more meaningful. If your science curriculum includes study of famous scientists or types of science, this feature is one of several on the Nobel prize site. This site requires Flash. Get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page..
tag(s): images (279)
In the Classroom
This site is ideal for an interactive whiteboard. This website does an excellent job simplifying the complicated science behind MRIs. Students doing research on applications of science in the real world could also use this as as research source(most likely at the middle school level).
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Beat the Heat at Arizona Science Center - TryScience
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2 to 8
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This virtual field trip takes students to the Arizona Science Center. The featured activity, "Beat The Heat", challenges students to design a home that uses the sun's energy as ...more
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This virtual field trip takes students to the Arizona Science Center. The featured activity, "Beat The Heat", challenges students to design a home that uses the sun's energy as heat, but not get too hot. The challenge involves balancing the amount of shade and sun that reach the home. It includes an interactive explanation of the sun and the seasons. This activity requires Shockwave, get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.. There are also numerous other science activities, links, online exhibits and even Standards provided (see the Teachers Page)across many science, math, and engineering disciplines. Click on the "experiments" link for a wealth of fun and inspiring experiments in science and math. The experiments are engaging and provide virtual opportunities for students to build individual understanding.
tag(s): dna (64), environment (321), sound (106), sun (70)
In the Classroom
If you are unable to get laptops or the computer lab for your class, use an interactive whiteboard and make the "Beat The Heat" or other experiments a class project. Use the seasons explanation as a whole-class activity with elementary students on a projector or whiteboard.
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Beacon Learning Center: Student Web Lessons - Beacon Learning Center
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K to 12
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This website, funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, provides an enormous collection of "web lessons" (interactives) for all grade levels. There are lessons in language...more
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This website, funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, provides an enormous collection of "web lessons" (interactives) for all grade levels. There are lessons in language arts, math, science, social studies, and health. There are too many lesson plans to count - and all are projector, laptop, or whiteboard-ready. Just to give you an idea of some of these unique lessons, some of the titles include "Where is Japan?", "Walrus World", "Piece of Pie", "Medians", "Fence Me In", and "Critter Craze". On the main page, a brief description is provided for each lesson plan. Click Teacher Solutions > Lesson Plans to search by subject or grade level.
tag(s): charts and graphs (199), evolution (103), expository writing (40), industrial revolution (26), native americans (78), primary sources (91), probability (135), symmetry (51), writing (364)
In the Classroom
If you want ready-to-go lessons guaranteed to work well on your interactive whiteboard, this collection is a winner. You simply open the activity on the whiteboard and have students tap and drag their way through as you talk with the class. (Invite your most "active" student to be "Vanna White" for a great behavior management solution). Many lessons would work well on laptops or on a computer cluster center, as well.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mad Sci Network - Mad Sci Network/Third Sector New England
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K to 12
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This great reference resource is an attractively packaged compilation of ways to get answers to questions about science. Offerings include a place to ask questions from K-college, access...more
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This great reference resource is an attractively packaged compilation of ways to get answers to questions about science. Offerings include a place to ask questions from K-college, access to a search engine, a list of FAQ's on common topics, a library with links to other relevant sites, a knowledge generator, an archive of lab experiments, and other assistance with science fair projects. The Mad-Sci labs also has a "Guided Tour of the Visible Human" section on human anatomy, with many images of cross-sections and internal organs.
tag(s): air (144), experiments (68), scientists (69)
In the Classroom
Navigate the human body and label parts on an interactive whiteboard, or find the appropriate experiments for all your science concepts. By searching the question archives, you can find answers to questions at all levels. Be sure to include this link on your teacher web page year-round to promote curiosity about science. Teachers of gifted will love this one as a treasury of open-ended ideas on science by scientists.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Obesity - BBC
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3 to 12
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This site provides the alarming news on obesity. The interesting topics include a comparison of obesity from 1970 to 2000, a "help" page, a body image page, information about ...more
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This site provides the alarming news on obesity. The interesting topics include a comparison of obesity from 1970 to 2000, a "help" page, a body image page, information about eating disorders, quizzes, interactive videos, information about what obesity means and more. Some of the activities require FLASH.
tag(s): eating disorders (7), obesity (17)
In the Classroom
Use an interactive whiteboard or projector to share this useful website with your students. This would also be a wonderful link to provide in your classroom newsletter - many parents would appreciate the information and tips. Note: the site is from the UK, but the information is valid on both sides of the Atlantic!
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Hitting Home - BBC
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6 to 12
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This site offers information about the devastating facts of domestic abuse. There is a 12-minute video (requires FLASH), real-life stories by students who have experienced domestic...more
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This site offers information about the devastating facts of domestic abuse. There is a 12-minute video (requires FLASH), real-life stories by students who have experienced domestic abuse, an interactive quiz and a vast array of information on the subject of domestic abuse. Remember this site was created in the UK, so some of the language may be new to your students. You may need to discuss the noticeable differences.
In the Classroom
Encourage your teenaged students to read the real-life stories about students who experienced domestic abuse, either as a springboard to guidance discussions or for frank one-on-one talk. Discuss with your students, especially those who may be "at-risk," how someone could handle this situation where you live - who do they tell, where do they call and what should they do.
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Investigates Arson - BBC
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7 to 12
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Although this site is no longer maintained, most links are working. This site has factual information about arson. It includes video footage, authentic cases of arson, surveys, what...more
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Although this site is no longer maintained, most links are working. This site has factual information about arson. It includes video footage, authentic cases of arson, surveys, what to do to help, and more. Take advantage of this website, created especially for pre-teens and teenagers, as one of many current issues topics when studying current events or safety. Flash is required for some of the activities.
tag(s): fire (28), fire safety (15), safety (90)
In the Classroom
Share this link as one of several project topics for health, current events, or a criminal justice elective. It could also be a good source for background information in a debate class or club.
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American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD)
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K to 12
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American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance promotes and supports creative and healthy lifestyles through high quality programs in health, physical education,...more
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American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance promotes and supports creative and healthy lifestyles through high quality programs in health, physical education, recreation, dance and sport, provides members with professional development opportunities that increases knowledge, improves skills, and encourages sound professional practices.
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KidsHealth For Kids - Nemours Foundation
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K to 8
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This website is extremely informative and provides students with details about everyday illnesses and injuries, emotional support, puberty, nutrition, and more! There is such a wealth...more
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This website is extremely informative and provides students with details about everyday illnesses and injuries, emotional support, puberty, nutrition, and more! There is such a wealth of information available at this website, teachers can find numerous subjects, activities and information. Several kid-approved recipes are also provided. Be sure to check out the movies - they provide general science information and simple explanations of the many systems of the body (and are quite entertaining). FLASH is required for some of the activities.
tag(s): human body (133)
In the Classroom
Use an interactive whiteboard and make the unique activities at this website a class experience. Then include the link on your teacher web page for students to share at home.
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Healthy And Active Kids
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5 to 9
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This "kid-friendly" site has two interactive activities (a healthy food and activity guide plus a body mass index calculator). There are also numerous educational (and entertaining)...more
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This "kid-friendly" site has two interactive activities (a healthy food and activity guide plus a body mass index calculator). There are also numerous educational (and entertaining) links provided. The best feature of this site is the personalized activities (students fill in their own answers to calculate their personal body mass index and a personalized food and activity guide). The site is made in Australia, so units are kilos and centimeters. Have a converter formula handy!
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Teachers can use this site to help their students calculate their body mass index and to choose healthy eating and exercise habits.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Brain: Understanding Neurobiology Through the Study of Addiction - National Institutes of Health
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6 to 9
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This complete unit on addiction includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student materials and...more
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This complete unit on addiction includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student materials and web resources, and everything you need to teach about the the biology and effects of alcohol on the body, including the effects of drinking on driving ability. NIH has done an outstanding job of organizing everything for you. There are videos to make the content come alive (require Quicktime). See the Getting Started section for information on the needed plug-ins (Flash, Quicktime, and Acrobat Reader). This unit also includes a section where students observe videos of impaired mice to compare those exposed to alcohol. Do a "lab" without te real mice!
tag(s): drugs and alcohol (25)
In the Classroom
Ehether you choose to do the entire unit or feature the driving or mice observation exercises on a projectir, this unit is certain tohave an impacton your middle school students. If possible, engage them actively by putting them to work on laptops or in a lab to do the observations.Use this site during your drug unit or Red Ribbon Week as background information for students or student groups to make anti-drug multimedia presentations using any of the reviewed tools from the TeachersFirst Edge.
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The Science of Energy Balance: Calorie Intake and Physical Activity - National Institutes of Health
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6 to 9
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This complete unit on energy balance includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student materials...more
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This complete unit on energy balance includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student materials and web resources, and everything you need to teach about caloric intake and energy balance. NIH has done an outstanding job of organizing everything for you. There are videos to make the content come alive (require Quicktime). See the Getting Started section for information on the needed plug-ins (Flash, Quicktime, and Acrobat Reader). This unit also includes a section where students conduct online, virtual inquiry into the effects of caloric intake on mice. Middle schoolers will identify with the students in the videos.
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Whether you choose to do the entire unit or elect certain activities, you most likely will want to have students complete some of th activities on laptops or in a lab so they can investigate and watch the videos. Include this comprehansive site in a health or FCS unit.
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Looking Good, Feeling Good: From the Inside Out (Exploring Bone, Muscle, and Skin) - National Institutes of Health
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6 to 9
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This complete unit on bone, muscle, and skin includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student...more
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This complete unit on bone, muscle, and skin includes teacher materials, standards,(see the Curriculum Supplement Series main page for the link to state standards), complete student materials and web resources, and everything you need to teach about the skeleton, muscles, and skin, including UV exposure. NIH has done an outstanding job of organizing everything for you. There are videos to make the content come alive (require Quicktime). See the Getting Started section for information on the needed plug-ins (Flash, Quicktime, and Acrobat Reader). This unit also includes a section where students analyze their own sun exposure.Soccer players will especially enjoy the "anatomy of a kick."
In the Classroom
Whether you do the entire unit or focus on one portion, your middle school students will respond well to watching videos on a projector or to researching different portions of the content for health or PE class.
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The anatomy of a kick feature really hooked my athletes!David, VA, Grades: 4 - 8
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CIA for Kids - CIA
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3 to 12
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Divided into introductions at two levels, K- 5 and 6 - 12, the home pages explain briefly what the CIA does. Sites of interest for children include information ...more
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Divided into introductions at two levels, K- 5 and 6 - 12, the home pages explain briefly what the CIA does. Sites of interest for children include information about the Canine Corps, a story about pigeons, games and a feature on saying no to drugs. Links from the two levels of homepages do not necessarily go to reading matter of the level; for example, the "Who We Are and What We Do" pages require a sophisticated vocabulary and high reading level (9+). Links from features like "Spy-Fi Archives" display some inconsistency in formatting, but the source is a good general one for older children. An extensive book list on drug awareness and abuse prevention is helpful.
In the Classroom
Include this site when studying the three branches of government as a concrete example of one thing the Executive Branch does. Students could explore it on a "scavenger hunt" to learn answers to questions you pose, or the whole class could visit on a projector to learn about what the CIA does. If you ask students to research different government agancies, this would be a great reference site for them to use.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration - For Kids, Teens and Educators - FDA
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K to 12
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This website provides a wealth of information for children, teenagers and educators. Specifics include cosmetics, germs, food safety, hand washing, careers in food science, online...more
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This website provides a wealth of information for children, teenagers and educators. Specifics include cosmetics, germs, food safety, hand washing, careers in food science, online games, interactive coloring pages and more! While most of the content appears elementary, there is information on food science careers and some higher level informaiton under Kids, Teens, and Educators.
In the Classroom
If you want a "healthier" class, use this website to help students understand the importance of hand washing and staying healthy! There are age-appropriate activities for all grades at this website. Home Ec/FCS teachers will love the information on food safety and hand washing, too!
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NIBBLE ( Nutrition Information Bulletin Board & Learning Experience) - University of Masachusetts
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4 to 8
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Use this straightforward site to learn about basic nutirition and to assess you own diet. Students can assess their snacking style or take interactive quizzes on different food groups...more
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Use this straightforward site to learn about basic nutirition and to assess you own diet. Students can assess their snacking style or take interactive quizzes on different food groups and nutrition pitfalls.
tag(s): nutrition (157)
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Uset this site as reinforcement of nutrition information you learn in class, or assign students a scavanger hunt to explore and learn for health, science, FCS, or PE class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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You Think! - World Bank
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6 to 8
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Delve into global issues with this outstanding site that explores topics like education, conflict, nutrition, the environment, and more, within the context of what matters to kids....more
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Delve into global issues with this outstanding site that explores topics like education, conflict, nutrition, the environment, and more, within the context of what matters to kids. Students can read factual summaries of the problems then investigate the related photographs, videos, galleries, and games. Click on the "Issues" link to view all available topics. Includes downloadable materials for teachers.
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In the Classroom
Take advantage of the free ideas and classroom guides provided in the "4teachers" section. This would be a useful accompaniment to a government or Geography class.
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America's Running Routes - U.S. Track and Field
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4 to 12
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Get them moving! Create walk/run paths for your students to use both in school PE classes and at home using this interactive site from United States Track and Field. Follow ...more
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Get them moving! Create walk/run paths for your students to use both in school PE classes and at home using this interactive site from United States Track and Field. Follow simple instructions to use a clickable map as you designate the route. The site calculates the mileage, lets you print out the map with the route marked, or even add it to an online database of walk/run routes all over the U.S. Then place links to your recommended routes on your teacher or school web site. Get students and parents involved in fitness with their families. You can also look up routes in your area already registered by other fitness enthusiasts. Maybe even create an all-school walk/run event!
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