Middle School Resource Density by PhET This simulation will allow students to create a custom object to explore the effects of mass and volume on density, use the scale to measure the mass of an object, then hold the object under water to measure its volume. Students might explore the following questions: Why do objects […]

High School Resource Engineering the Taj Mahal by History.com This video, from History.com’s archives, focuses on the engineering behind the Taj Mahal. Related NY State Academic Standards: SS.6.1.b, SS.6.4, SS.6.4.a and more! Be sure to check out our Educational Resources, featuring thousands of activities, lesson plans, constructed-response questions, rubrics, teacher resources, multimedia, and more!

Middle School Resource Bridges by Discovery Education Students will understand the following: -Bridges are categorized into three primary types: suspension, beam, and arch. -Each is designed and built according to certain principles of engineering. Related NY State Academic Standards: S.MS.PS.2.2, MST4.I.PS5.1, MST4.I.PS5.2 and more! Be sure to check out our Educational Resources, featuring thousands of […]

Elementary School Resource Simple Machines This site provides descriptions and visuals of simple machines such as pulleys, levers, and inclined planes. Links to additional information is provided. This site features resources that contain PowerPoints, interactive websites and quizzes. These can be used to begin a unit on this topic or as a review for students. […]