YouTube - Simple generator
http://amasci.com/coilgen/ Build this ultra-simple AC electric generator from magnets, wire, and cardboard. (And a big nail!) Light a small lightbulb, or...
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flash document
Slide presentation explaining the different cloud types.
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Hygrometer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hygrometers are instruments used for measuring humidity. A simple form of a hygrometer is specifically known as a "psychrometer" and consists of two thermometers, one of which includes a dry bulb and the other of which includes a bulb that is kept wet to measure wet-bulb temperature.
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khoneycutt says What are people's favorite links for te science classroom, any grade level? - Plurk.com
List of links by teachers, for teachers.
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Chain Reaction
Current events articles in Science from Arizona State University.
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Energy Hog
Getting through the opening is a little cumbersome, but the games are good for the wiimote and the game play actually teaches energy consumption concepts.
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Science fair project: Ultra-simple Electric Generator, spinning magnets
Very complete documentation on creating a magnetic generator.
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Simple Electric Generator - Video
Cardboard, copper wire, strong ceramic magnets, light
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Michael Faraday - Inventor of the Electric Motor
Biographical site.
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Electrical generator - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Explanation of the history of mechanical to electrical energy.
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Electricity and Magnetism Lesson Plans
About a million lesson plan links.
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Making Smog
Includes good background about smog and a DIY lab. Probably best as a teacher demo because of the burning matches.
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Franklin's Forecast - Barometer
Another DIY barometer using water and a ruler.
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Make Your Own Barometer
DIY air pressure measurement
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LEGO Education: Store
Buy LEGO Mindstorm robotics kits with a few more tools and parts than retail.
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SAM Animation: Home
Stop motion animation program for presenting scientific inquiry. This free download is Mac and PC compatible.
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LEGO Engineering - Home
The online home of the Tufts training I attended. Actviites, lessons, podcasts.
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LDraw.org :: The Central Site for the LDraw Family of LEGO® CAD Software
Computer Aided Drafting where the materials are LEGO blocks. This downloadable program is open-source and supported by an enthusiastic community.
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Tucson LEGO Club
Local group facilitating engineering clubs and competitions with LEGOs.
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K-12 Research Experience for Teachers
The Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Arizona.
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