Middle school is one of the best times for students to understand the natural world better. Plant science, in particular, offers an excellent way for students to explore and connect with the fascinating world of growth, adaptation, and ecological interactions. Today, we will explore three exciting environmental activities related to plant science for middle schoolers. […]
Life Science & Biology
Beachside Biology: 3 Marine Science Activities for Summer
Last week’s blog post focused on ways to avoid the heat of the summer with fun and entertaining STEM projects that students could do indoors as a nice escape from the heat. But do you know what the problem is with indoor science projects? They’re indoors, of course! Summer is all about being outside, and […]
Winter Wildlife Wonders: 3 Biology Activities for Elementary Kids
As the winter season blankets the world, it offers a unique opportunity for elementary kids to explore the wonders of wildlife biology in a frosty setting. Engaging with the natural world during this chilly season can be a captivating and educational experience for young minds. Let’s delve into creative and hands-on activities that embrace the […]
Salamanders glide like skydivers
In the forests of northwestern California, there lives a species of salamander called the “wandering” salamander. These tan, mottled salamanders have a special ability: they can control their falls by gliding like a skydiver. These wandering salamanders climb up redwoods as high as 88 meters and live in the ferns that grow there. While most […]
Most recent biology breakthroughs
When skimming any biology textbook, one can notice many significant advances have occurred lately. Nevertheless, more meaningful and even rarer advances are breakthroughs. A breakthrough is more than just an advance. For something to be a breakthrough, it must have encountered resistance. It must have broken through something. Here are some of the most sudden, […]
