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Discuss factors that affect a seed’s germination time, then perform a mini-experiment involving the steps of the scientific method. Minnesota Science Standards:5.1.1.2, 7.1.1.2 Minnesota Language Arts Standards:6.14.2.2

collection of papers and materials about animal behaviors

Animal Behavior Studies

Engage students in authentic animal behavior research using the live fish collection at Great Lakes Aquarium.

collection of photos,books and charts about birds and other animals

Citizen Science: Birds & Phenology

Look for phenomenal phenology in your community. Watch and ID birds in your neighborhood.

collection of papers and charts about clouds

Citizen Science: Cloud Clues

Name cloud characteristics in this outdoor, observational activity.

box of pictures and information sheets about wheels and pulleys.

Simple Machines

Practice using simple machines in a Lake Superior context.

two children dressed as different types of fish

Fish Structure and Function

Exploration of fish adaptations through costumes, group activities and art.

box filled with papers and photos in file folders

Becoming Scientists: Interpreting Visual Data

Discuss the variety of ways that data can be visually represented and understood.

Kit materials including multicolored laminated cards, a satellite image overlayed with a grid pattern, tiny multicolored blocks, a protractor with a string tied to it and reels of flexible measuring tape

From Data to Decision Making: Superior National Forest

Collect real-life data and simulate, in a board game setting, all the factors that play into management of a forest ecosystem.

collection of items including markers, papers, and bottles of water arranged on floor

A Meandering Story: An Introduction to Stream Geomorphology

Examine how a stream’s water velocity influences sediment erosion, deposition and transport of materials.

multiple rulers, measuring tapes, calculators, and information sheets arranged on table

Becoming Scientists: Measuring and Collecting Data

In this lesson students will collect physical and observational measurements of a stream using simple stools including tape measures, yard sticks, and stop watches.

educator wearing waders in rushing river exhibit shrugging and smiling at you

Becoming Scientists: Engineering/Design – Culverts

This lesson uses modeling as a method for problem solving and a tool for understanding scientific principles. Evaluation, collaboration and redesigning of models will further develop student science literacy skills.

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