All Science Scope resources

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Exploring Sound! Using Tablets in Middle School Science

Use mini–learning cycle activities to explore the properties of waves and sound....

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Using Authentic Data to Enhance Middle School Atmospheric Science Instruction

Engage with authentic data to explore the relationship between cloud-top height and tornado formation....

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Using the Scientific Process to Engage Students With Our Changing Planet

Explore the causes and consequences of two common forms of environmental change—nutrient pollution and invasive species....

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"Nor Any Drop to Drink": Students Engineer Solutions for Desalinating Ocean Water

Develop and test methods of small-scale desalination....

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Teaching With Tarantulas

Overcome student misconceptions—and fears—of tarantulas by introducing them into your classroom....

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Let Them Eat Cake ...OE-Cake!

Incorporate this digital sandbox in your classroom to explore the physical properties of different types of materials....

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Editor's Roundtable: 3-4-8: A Winning Combination for Science Instruction

Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....

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Guest Editorial: The Tears and Trophies of Science Competitions: Winning and Losing

An opinion piece about science competitions. In this article the authors share the results of a study on the advantages and disadvantages of science c...

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Tried and True: The Science of Bending Light

This column provides classic demonstrations and experiments with a new twist. This month’s issue uses discrepant events to learn about light refract...

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Scope on Safety: An Ounce of Preventive Maintenance

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue provides a short list of maintenance issues and associated safety probl...

Middle School Labs Makerspace Safety

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Scope on the Skies: You're Kidding? No, I'm Sirius!

This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. This month’s issue discusses having students look for, examine, and explain humor that is base...