Miller's Science Stuff

Students will research an infectious disease caused by bacteria or a virus, and create a brochure that describes the disease and its characteristics. Includes project requirements and a grade rubric

This Power Point reviews the structure of the sun. It describes the interior layers: Core, radiation zone, and convection zone, as well as the layers of thew atmosphere: photosphere, chromosphere and corona. Sunspots, prominences , solar flares and solar wind are also explained. Includes diagrams and pictures of each concept.

This is a simple lab template for students to experiment with chemical reactions. They will see how vinegar reacts with steel wool, record temperature changes, and answer analysis questions

PowerPoint includes the following Topics: Definition of atmosphere and weather Composition of the atmosphere: Gases (78% Nitrogen, 21% Oxygen) CO2: Effects and chart showing how the levels have increased over the past century water vapor and solid particles (particulate matter)

Weather has always played an important part of everyday life. Long before modern meteorology and weather forecasting, people found ways to predict the weather. Much of this was done through catchy phrases or poems that were easy to remember. Many of the weather sayings that developed from observations were focused around farmers and sailors because of their direct ties to nature. This lesson looks at popular weather sayings. Focus Questions • What are some weather sayings (proverbs) that people

In this web quest, students will learn volcano vocabulary, research about volcano formation, learn about different volcanoes and locate them on a map, compare the different types of volcanoes, and draw and label the parts of a volcano. Includes answer key

This PowerPoint reviews Sea-floor spreading, what it is, how the process works, and the evidence found by Harry Hess. It also discusses the shrinking of the Pacific Ocean and expansion of the Atlantic Ocean.

In order to show their understanding and achievement of the water cycle, students will choose the format of their presentation. Objectives- Students will be able to: • Describe the steps of the water cycle. • Describe the role the Sun plays in the water cycle. • Describe the different states of water. • Include the following terms and accurately define them or use them in context: Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, Clouds, Cloud formation, Surface Run-Off, Infiltration, Ground Water,

Power Point correlates with "Science Explorer: Weather and Climate" Topics include: -Warm-up question: "what is heat?" -heat transfer: radiation, conduction, convection, with examples and pictures of each -How all 3 types work together; in the atmosphere

Students will learn about the four main layers of the atmosphere, and the characteristics of each layer. They will also draw a diagram of of atmosphere's layers and describe how the atmosphere is being affected by humans.

Topics Include -What is a mineral? -Characteristics of minerals -How minerals are identified: Moh's Hardness Scale, Luster, Streak, crystal structure, cleavage and fracture -Mineral formation -Uses of minerals

In this web quest, students will learn about the layers of the Earth, Plate Tectonics, and Plate boundaries

With a small group of 2-3 people, students will design and create a booklet that describes the 5 main climate regions: Tropical, Dry, Temperate Marine, Temperate Continental and Polar. Includes Project requirements, grading rubric, and group sign-up sheets

This is a simple lab activity that has students compare the burning rate of tea light candles with different sized beakers. It is a basic lab that I use in the beginning of the year to teach about the Scientific Method as well as format lab writing.

Students will design their own experiment using all of the steps of the scientific method. They will present their experiment and results using a poster or a PowerPoint slideshow. Includes detailed requirements, project rubric, project layout, project ideas, and a student self checklist

Describes Alfred Wegener's theory of Continental Drift, and the evidence used to prove his theory.

Includes the following topics: How magma reaches the surface Characteristics of magma Types of volcanic eruptions Types of magma 3 stages of a volcano Other types of volcanic activity Structure of a volcano

Topics Covered: Geology Constructive vs. Destructive Forces Continents Using Seismic Waves to determine the inside of the Earth Temperature and Pressure changes inside the Earth The layers: Crust, Mantle, Inner Core and Outer Core Magnetic Field Includes multiple pictures and diagrams

Correlates with Information in Science Explorer Series: Topics include: -What is a hurricane -Hurricane Speed and direction -Hurricane Formation -Eye of a Hurricane -How hurricanes move -Hurricane Damage -Hurricane Safety -Measuring Hurricanes with Saffir-Simpson Scale Includes Multiple diagrams and pictures

Tired of the old "Baking soda and vinegar" volcanoes? For this project, students are required to choose a project option from the list provided, that shows their understanding of volcanoes. This document includes project requirements and grading rubrics for each project type.