What Causes
Tides?What Causes
Tides?
July 2006
Tides exhibit predictable cycles on daily, monthly, and yearly scales. The magnitude of the tides is dependent on the position of the Earth and Moon in relation to the Sun, but it is also influenced by other factors. This article provides a brief introduction to what causes tides.
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http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2006-08/sc0407_18.pdf
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New Species
Found!
May 2003
At the end of their oceanography unit, fourth-grade students are challenged
to create an imaginary creature that is well adapted to live in an ocean environment.
They present their new species at a "marine biology convention" and
demonstrate their understanding of the particular habitat (for example, tide
pool, deep trench, or sandy beach) by describing the species’ ability to adapt
to the conditions of the environment.
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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=sc&n=48252
Diving Into
a Schoolwide Science Theme
September 2000
Working on the theme "Dive Into Oceans" set the stage for synergetic
learning across grade levels and subject areas. Kindergarten through sixth-grade
students expand their scientific knowledge when faculty throughout the school
make innovative curriculum ties among science, geography, art, and music.
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