Zombie autopsies: You’ll be wishin’ for some neurotransmission – Lesson Plan 1
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Lesson plan: How biomimicry inspires natured-based inventions to solve human problems
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In this lesson plan, students will learn about biomimicry — an innovative method in which nature inspires new inventions to solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Continue reading
15 lesson plans teaching the power of invention
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Learn how inventions are solving problems around the world and then have students design their own inventions that help their communities. Continue reading
Lesson plan: Design an animal-inspired invention to solve an environmental problem
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In this PBS NewsHour lesson plan, students will learn how farm animals are improving energy output on solar farms and design their own device to improve a problem that relies on an eco-friendly solution. Continue reading
Lesson plan: Design an invention to keep first responders safe
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As first responders keep our communities safe, learn how to help keep them safe through new inventions. Continue reading
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Impeachment update: Why public hearings?
Use this NewsHour lesson plan to learn the latest on the impeachment inquiry, including why the House decided to hold public hearings. Continue reading
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How to teach the latest update on impeachment inquiry
Use this NewsHour lesson plan to learn about next steps following the House vote to approve impeachment procedures. Continue reading
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Zombie autopsies: You’ll be wishin’ for some neurotransmission – Lesson Plan 1
This lesson introduces students to neurons and neurotransmission through multi-media and active learning games. Continue reading
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Chile protests for greater economic equality
Use this NewsHour story to learn about the protests taking place in Chile and why they are so historically significant. Continue reading
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The life and legacy of Congressman Elijah Cummings
Use this NewsHour lesson to learn about the life and legacy of Rep. Elijah E. Cummings. Continue reading
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