The Alien Lab: A Study in Genetics

Journal Article | September 2002

Integrate language arts, mathematics, and art with this creature-building activity. Students reinforce their understanding of basic principles of heredity by creating alien creatures with specific traits.

Tried and True: The Halloween Lab

Journal Article | September 2011

This column provides classic demonstrations and experiments with a new twist. In this month’s issue the author describes a Halloween lab that uses physical and chemical changes to teach students about change of state,…

Technology in the Lab: Part Two

Journal Article | September 2005

Probeware is increasingly being implemented in science classrooms because it is less expensive than it used to be and improvements in hardware and software have made it more accessible to students and teachers. This…

Idea Bank: The Paint Chip Lab

Journal Article | June 2006

Early on in the study of physical science, students must grasp concepts associated with the periodic table. A perfect way to introduce periodicity and periodic groups is by using paint chip color samples. The color…

Safer Science: Computer Safety in the Lab

Journal Article | October 2010

Today, it is common to find desktops, laptops, netbooks, and specialized handheld devices in the science lab, and the internet is often used for research and collaboration between learners. The pervasive use of computer…

Safer Science: Avoiding Irritants in the Lab

Journal Article | December 2014

This column provides best safety practices for the science classroom and laboratory. This month’s issue gives guidelines for using irritants safely.

Scope on Safety: Pregnant and Safe in the Lab

Journal Article | November 2013

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue discusses how to be safe in the lab while pregnant.

A New Take on Student Lab Reports

Journal Article | February 2014

Screencasts are a valuable tool for motivation, collaboration, expression, and authentic assessment.

After the Bell: Weekend home labs

Journal Article | January 1999

Through a series of weekly homework assignments dubbed "Weekend Home Labs," families are enjoying learning science together. Students take home an assignment that asks them to use common household materials to…