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Curling

Source: Dragonfly TV Video

Discover what "curling" is, and explore ways to make a curling stone move in different directions. Observe how students use the scientific method to find out how sweeping affects the motion of a curling rock. Details »

Rivers

Source: Dragonfly TV Video

Observe how rivers meander and how the water deposits rocks and pebbles on the inside of each curve. Watch students use the scientific method to find out how rivers affect the earth's surface. Details »

Crocodiles

Source: Dragonfly TV Video

Discover how a crocodile differs from an alligator. Watch two students use the scientific method to find out if you can really train a crocodile. Details »

Mountain Bike

Source: Dragonfly TV Video

Observe the landscape in Moab, Utah. Investigate why the bicycle trails in Moab are so different using the scientific method. Details »

Pet Handedness

Source: Dragonfly TV Video

Explore whether cats prefer to use one paw over the others for certain tasks. Observe students using the scientific method to determine if cats are right- or left-pawed. Details »

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