Hands-On Lab Activities- Premixed solutions
- Teacher's guides
- Student copymasters
- Materials for 40 students
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General Science |
 | DNA Fingerprinting Simulation - Lab Investigation Hands-on, inquiry-based
simulation of DNA typing! |
 | A DNA Murder Mystery - Lab Investigation A fun way to learn about a topical, revolutionary technology |
 | Exploring with a Microscope - Lab Investigation A primer on using the microscope and slide-making techniques |
 | Fingerprinting - A Forensic Puzzle - Lab Investigation Apply the scientific method using actual FBI techniques |
 | Forensics - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!!! |
 | How Scientists Do Science - Lab Investigation A quick & fun way to teach the scientific method |
 | Learning Activities with Everyday Oils - Lab Investigation An integrated, hands-on curriculum on the scientific method |
 | Measurement in the Laboratory - Lab Investigation Study key measuring methods & techniques |
 | Neo/C.S.I Crime Scene Investigations - Lab Investigation A fascinating exploration of the science of criminal investigation! |
 | Recycling Paper - Lab Investigation Learn the "magic" behind this valuable resource! |
 | Scientific Method - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!!! |
 | Scientific Problem Solving - A Look at the Scientific Method - Curriculum Module A complete curriculum covering
experimental design, problem solving
techniques and lab skills |
 | The Scientific Method of Problem Solving - Lab Investigation Practice the scientific method through the testing
and identification of unknown solutions! |
| Weather - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities! |
Biology |
 | ABO-Rh Blood Typing Using Neo/BLOOD - Lab Investigation Realistically simulate blood typing without the hazards of real blood |
 | Analyzing Chromosomes through Karyotyping - Lab Investigation Construct & analyze karyotypes |
 | Animal Tracks: Who Walked This Way? - Lab Investigation Discover what can be learned from an animal’s tracks! |
 | Battling Germs with Disinfectants - Lab Investigation Safely learn how to stop the spread of bacteria! |
 | The Biology & Chemistry of Soil - Lab Investigation Investigate the diversity of life below the earth's surface |
 | Biotech Cheesemaking - Lab Investigation Put one of biotechnology's oldest applications to use in your own classroom |
 | Biotechnology for Young Scientists - Lab Investigation Introduce your students to the basic technique of biotechnology - electrophoresis - with this complete, safe, affordable, & easy-to-use system |
 | Biotechnology in the Classroom - Investigation Series A comprehensive, hands-on curriculum on biotechnology
techniques and applications!. |
 | Blood & the Circulatory System - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning
with Hands-On Activities!!! |
 | Carbon Dioxide Production and Yeast - A Study of Fermentation - Lab Investigation Investigate one of biotechnology's earliest applications |
 | Cell Processes - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Chemical Reactions in Living Matter - Lab Investigation Explore the importance of chemical reactions to life |
 | Chromosome Simulation - Lab Investigation Model each phase of mitosis and meiosis using hands-on manipulatives |
 | Classification of Living Things - Lab Investigation A fun way to learn about biodiversity |
 | A Closer Look at Pondlife - Lab Investigation Investigate pond ecosystems |
 | Colors of Autumn - Lab Investigation Identify the pigments that give leaves their color |
 | Decomposers Everywhere! - Medialab Understand the dynamic process of decomposition |
 | Demonstrating Biotechnology Using Bioluminescent Proteins - Lab Investigation Put one of biotechnology's oldest applications to use in your own classroom |
 | Diagnosing Gene Defects - Lab Investigation Examine the genetic mutation
responsible for sickle cell anemia |
 | DNA Fingerprinting - Lab Investigation Simulate DNA fingerprinting using agarose gel electrophoresis |
 | DNA Forensics - Lab Investigation Explore the use of DNA
technology in crime solving! |
 | Effects of Drugs and Alcohol on Daphnia - Lab Investigation Measure Daphnias heart rate in
response to stimulants and depressants |
 | Effects of Toxic Chemicals on Cells - Lab Investigation Investigate the impact of
hazardous chemicals on cell morphology |
 | ELISA: HIV/AIDS Test Simulation - Lab Investigation Investigate the principals behind AIDS testing |
 | Examining Bacteria through Infusion - Lab Investigation Recreate the classic experiments of Anton van Leewenhoek, the famed Dutch discoverer of bacteria! |
 | Expedition to the Open Water - Plankton Play - Medialab Learn how microlife forms adapt to the floating world in which they live |
 | Exploring Cell Processes - Lab Investigation Observe plant & animal cell processes |
 | Exploring the Eye-Brain Connection - Lab Investigation Investigate why seeing is not always believing! |
 | Extracting DNA - Lab Investigation Isolate & observe actual DNA in your classroom! |
 | Food Chemistry & Nutrition - Lab Investigation Understand the chemical basis of food content |
 | Food Digestion - Lab Investigation Explore how food is processed by the body! |
 | The Frequency of Blood Types Using Neo/BLOOD - Lab Investigation Safely simulate the distribution of blood types in a given population |
 | Frog Lab - Lab Investigation Make and dissect a synthetic frog that looks and feels real! |
 | Fungi - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Fungi Form & Function - Lab Investigation Complete kit for the culture and study of fungi |
 | Genes & Family Relations - Lab Investigation Study inheritance patterns & their role in human genetics |
 | Genes & Probability - Lab Investigation Discover the fundamental principles of genetics |
 | Genetic Detectives - Lab Investigation Analyze a family trait – from roots to offspring! |
 | Genetic Diagnosis of Cancer - Lab Investigation Investigate the use of
gene technology in the
prediction of cancer |
 | Genetically Modified Soybeans - Lab Investigation Explore and observe the advantages of transgenic crops |
 | Gram Staining of Bacteria - Lab Investigation Identify bacteria - safely and conveniently |
 | Growing BioFilms - Lab Investigation A firsthand view of the
beneficial and detrimental
effects of biofilms! |
 | Heredity of Human Traits - Lab Investigation Fun, discovery-based introduction to human genetics & heredity |
 | How Cells Reproduce - The Study of Mitosis - Lab Investigation Witness cell division with your own eyes! |
 | How Do Organisms Respond to Stimuli? - Lab Investigation Explore Euglena’s adaptive
behavior towards light
and other stimuli! |
 | How is a Food Web Organized - Lab Investigation Game-like activity to learn about the feeding patterns of members in a community |
 | How Viruses Travel - Lab Investigation Simulate the spread of an illness through a population |
 | Human Genetics - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!!! |
 | Identifying DNA Fragments through Electrophoresis - Lab Investigation Separate & identify DNA
fragments using agarose gel
electrophoresis |
 | Identifying Mammals - Lab Investigation Learn to identify unknown mammals! |
 | Insect Architecture - Lab Investigation Take a firsthand look at insects,
their architecture and habitats! |
 | Insect Life Cycle - Lab Investigation Explore insect life cycle - in the classroom and in the field! |
 | Introduction to Genetic Engineering - Lab Observe transformation
results overnight! |
 | Investigating Animal Behavior - Lab Investigation Study the response of organisms to environmental conditions |
 | Investigating Food Webs with Owl Pellets - Lab Investigation Explore the fascinating world of predator-prey relations |
 | Investigating Inheritance Patterns - Lab Investigation Trace inherited traits using
DNA fingerprinting |
 | Investigating Photosynthesis - Lab Investigation Explore how plants and algae carryout photosynthesis |
 | Investigating Plant Tropisms - Lab Investigation Investigate how plants respond to external stimuli |
 | Investigating Spontaneous Generation - Lab Investigation Recreate Pasteur's classic experiment |
 | Linking Blood Donors and Recipients Using Neo/BLOOD - Lab Investigation Investigate blood transfusions and blood banking |
 | Looking at Life - From Bacteria to Plants - Curriculum Module Explore the diversity of life with a complete curriculum on microlife and plants |
 | Meiosis Simulation - Lab Investigation A fun & easy way to learn about the formation of sex cells |
 | Microbe Scavenger Hunt - Lab Investigation Explore the microworld in your environment |
 | Milk Madness - Lab Investigation Witness the thrill of discovery through active student participation! |
 | Minerals and Plant Nutrition - Lab Investigation The importance of nutrients in the growth of plants |
 | Mitosis & Meiosis - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Mitosis Simulation - Lab Investigation An easy, graphic way to visualize the process of mitosis |
 | Modeling DNA Structure & the Process of Replication - Lab Investigation Replicate the double helix strucure of DNA |
 | Modeling Kidney Function - Lab Investigation Model the action of a kidney for a striking visual demonstration |
 | Modeling Proteins, Fats & Carbohydrates - Lab Investigation A 3-D study of some of life's most important molecules |
 | Mouse Chromosomes Studies - Lab Investigation Explore the critical role of Mus in comparative karyotyping! |
 | The Mystery of the Bloody Stain Using Neo/BLOOD - Lab Investigation Learn how blood stains can be used to solve crimes |
 | Observation of Heterokaryone through Cell Fusion - Lab A firsthand look at the difference in
heterokaryon formation between mice and humans |
 | Observing the Growth of Mutant Corn Seeds - Lab Investigation Investigate the effects of mutation on plant growth |
 | Osmosis & Diffusion - Lab Investigation Explore the essential processes of homeostasis |
 | Owl Pellets - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
| Plant - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
 | Plant & Leaf Identification - Lab Investigation Learn how to easily identify common plant structures |
 | Plant Life Cycle - Lab Investigation A fascinating, hands-on exploration of plant germination & growth |
 | Plant Pigments & Photosynthesis - Lab Investigation Study plant chromatography - safely & easily! |
 | Plasmid DNA Analysis - Lab Investigation Study the structure and
function of plasmid DNA |
 | Pondlife - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
 | Predators of the Shallows - Medialab Learn about micro predators and how they locate, attack and digest their prey! |
 | Preparation of Human Chromosome Spreads - Lab Investigation Prepare chromosome spreads using
actual human cells! |
 | Protozoans & Algae - Food for All - Medialab Explore the diversity of microlife in the weedy shallows |
 | Radiation Effects on Plant Growth - Lab Investigation Safely explore the impact of radiation on plant development |
 | Restriction Enzyme Site Mapping of DNA - Lab Investigation Locate and identify genes using
agarose gel electrophoresis |
 | Simulated Diabetes Testing - Lab Investigation Use simulated Neo/BLOOD and
simulated urine to learn about
this increasingly common disease |
 | Simulating DNA Paternity Testing - Lab Investigation Use agarose gel electrophoresis
to test family ties |
 | Simulating Natural Selection - Lab Investigation Game-line format simulates the natural selection that occurred in peppered moths! |
 | The Soil-Less Garden - Lab Investigation Discover the fascinating world of hydroponics |
 | Symbiosis in Nature - Lab Investigation Explore a symbiotic relationship between clover root nodules & bacteria |
 | Transdermal Drug Delivery - Lab Investigation Featured in Prentice-Hall's new Biology text by Miller-Levine |
 | Understanding Agarose Gel Electrophoresis - Lab Investigation An introduction to the
electrophoretic process |
 | Understanding Biotechnology Techniques - Lab Investigation Fun and engaging simulated activities to learn about biotechnology |
 | Understanding Enzymes - Lab Investigation Investigate the catalysts of life |
 | Understanding the Genetics of Blood Groups Neo/BLOOD - Lab Investigation Hands-on instruction on the fundamental concepts of human inheritance |
 | Understanding Human Senses - Lab Investigation Explore the capabilities & limitations of the human sensory system |
 | Understanding the Human Genome - Lab Investigation Comprehensive, hands-on curriculum on human genetics |
 | Urinalysis & Disease Identification - Lab Investigation Use simulated urine to identify a variety of physiological conditions |
 | Using Biotechnology to Make Snow - Lab Investigation Explore the use of biotechnology in actual, commercial applications |
 | Viruses & Bacteria - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Visualization of Normal & Transformed Cells - Lab Investigation Observe the differences between normal and tumor cells |
 | Visualizing Osmosis & Diffusion - Lab Investigation Vividly demonstrate selective permeability using colored solutions |
Environmental Science |
 | Air Quality - Lab Investigation Create particle traps and identify pollutants in our air! |
 | Bacterial Contamination of Water - Test Kit A firsthand look at water contamination by bacteria |
 | Cleaning Up Oil Spills with Oil-Hungry Bacteria - Lab Investigation Observe the use of microbes for oil degradation |
 | Do Landfills Really Work? - Lab Investigation Investigate the effectiveness of landfills in disposing of solid waste |
 | Environmental Quality - Lab Investigation Series A perfect complement to your AP Environmental curriculum! |
 | Exploring Groundwater Contamination - Lab Investigation Visualize the potential contamination of groundwater |
 | How Pollution Affects Plants - Lab Investigation Observe the impact of industrial wastes on plant systems |
 | Investigating Water Pollutants & Water Analysis - Lab Investigation Introduce your students to the basics of water pollution analysis |
 | Our Natural World - Environmental Issues and Solutions - Curriculum Module A complete curriculum covering enviromental quality, pollution and remediation |
 | Porosity of Soils & Waterflow - Lab Investigation An easy-to-understand primer on groundwater |
 | Simulating the Effects of Acid Rain - Lab Investigation A startling look at one of our most important environmental challenges |
 | Testing Drinking Water - Test Kit A complete water science lesson in each kit! |
 | Testing Ponds & Streams - Test Kit A complete water science lesson in each kit! |
 | Testing for Dissolved Oxygen - Test Kit A complete water science lesson in each kit! |
 | Testing Wastewater - Test Kit A complete water science lesson in each kit! |
 | Water Pollutants & Purification - Lab Investigation Demonstrate the key concepts of water treatment |
 | What Happens to Trash & Garbage? - Lab Investigation Authored by Presidential Medal of Science winner, Lynn Margulis |
 | Why is the Water Green? - Lab Investigation Investigate how common pollutants affect pond microlife |
Earth Science |
 | Chemical & Mechanical Weathering of Rocks - Lab Investigation Explore how weathering affects the earth's surface |
 | Classification of Soil Layers - Lab Investigation Discover the conditions that caused your local soils to form! |
 | Cool Minerals - Lab Investigation Explore interesting properties and
applications of minerals! |
 | Exploring the Weather - Lab Investigation Explore the fascinating world of meteorology |
 | Force & Motion - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
 | Fossil Casting - Lab Investigation Create molds and castsof a dozen fossil replicas! |
 | Fossil Formation & Identification - Lab Investigation Learn how fossils help in studying the earth's past |
 | Fossil Interpretation: The Present is the Key to the Past! - Lab Investigation Use fossilized remains
to link extinct organisms
with their modern
day descendants! |
 | Genetics - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Geology Dig - Lab Investigation Teacher’s Choice
Award Winner! |
 | Geology Field Trip in a Bag - Lab Investigation Take a field trip without leaving the classroom! |
 | Household Uses of Rocks and Minerals - Lab Investigation An inquiry-based activity on the properties and uses of natural resources in the home |
 | How Minerals Get Their Color - Lab Investigation Explore the relationship between the chemical composition of minerals and the spectrum |
 | Investigating Amber Fossils - Lab Investigation Uncover prehistoric insects trpped in amber! |
 | Living Sands: Mapping Time & Space with Forams - Lab Investigation Authored by Lynn Margulis and Lois Brynes |
 | Microscopy - Curriculum Pack Integrate Digital and Hands-On Learning! |
 | Mineral Formation & Identification - Lab Investigation Introduce your students to the world of minerals |
 | Minerals - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-on Activities |
 | Modeling Crystal Structures - Lab Investigation Create crystal shapes that help identify minerals |
 | Mohs Hardness Scale - Test Kit Learn how important and reliable the property of hardness is to mineral identification! |
 | Rock & Gem Excavation - Lab Investigation Learn how rocks & minerals are formed! |
 | Rock & Mineral - Test Kit Conduct a series of tests to distinguish between
rocks & minerals |
 | Rock Formation & Identification - Lab Investigation Investigate the rock cycle |
 | Rocks & Minerals in Industry - Lab Investigation A real-world investigation of the natural resources used in industry |
 | Simulating the Rock Cycle - Lab Investigation Experience the dynamic rock cycle! |
 | Time Marches On: A Geologic Time - Game Master the events of geologic time! |
Physical Science |
 | Application of Optics - Lab Investigation Assemble a telescope, camera and other working optical devices! |
 | Density of Liquids - Lab Investigation Dramatic, visual demonstration of how density causes liquids to behave! |
 | Determining Density - Lab Investigation Determine the volumetric prperties of irregularly shaped objects! |
 | Electricity & Magnetism - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
 | Elements, Mixtures & Compounds - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities! |
 | Experimenting with Static Electricity - Lab Investigation Investigate the properties and
transfer of electric charges |
 | Heat & Energy - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities! |
 | How Heat Flows - Investigating Heat & Temperature - Lab Investigation An introduction to heat transfer and energy |
 | Investigating Electricity - Lab Investigation Inquiry-based activities covering the basics of electricity |
 | Investigating Force & Motion - Lab Investigation Apply the principles of force & motion to the physical world around us |
 | Investigating Gravity - Lab Investigation Introduce your students to earth's primary force |
 | Investigating Light & Optics - Lab Investigation Explore how light & color impact our perceptions of objects |
 | Investigating Sound Waves - Lab Investigation Delve into the world of sound! |
 | Light & Optics - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities! |
 | Magnets & Magnetism - Lab Investigation Investigate the properties of magnets |
 | Our Physical World I: Motions, Forces and Energy - Curriculum Module A complete curriculum covering key physical science concepts |
 | Our Physical World II: Electricity, Magnetism, Sound & Light - Curriculum Module Explore basic physical science fundamentals with a modular curriculum |
 | Pulleys as Simple Machines - Lab Investigation Discover the mechanical advantage of pulleys! |
 | Simple Machines - Lab Investigation Investigate the principles behind work and machines |
 | Simple Machines & Efficiency - Lab Investigation A hands-on exploration of
machine efficiency |
 | SMITHSONIAN Cool Circuits: Electronics - Lab Investigation Learn the basics of electronics! |
 | SMITHSONIAN Holo-Dome: Optical Illusion Dome - Activity Model Make incredible 3-D illusions! |
 | SMITHSONIAN Magnets - Lab Investigation Explore the fascinating world of magnets! |
 | Waves & Sound - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities!! |
 | Working with an Optical Bench - Lab Investigation Explore light, lenses and vision with an optical bench |
Chemistry |
 | Acids, Bases & Salts - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning
with Hands-On Activities!!! |
 | Assembling a Periodic Table - Lab Investigation A fun way to learn about the organization and use of the periodic table |
 | Chemical Changes - Lab Investigation A hands-on overview of basic chemical reactions! |
 | Chemical Reactions - Curriculum Pack Integrate Computer Learning with Hands-On Activities! |
 | Chemical Reactions - Lab Investigation Conduct an interdisciplinary exploration of chemical reactions |
 | Chemiluminescence - Demonstration Learn the chemistry behind a firefly's glow |
 | Chemistry Magic - Demonstration Show your students the famed "Blue Bottle Reaction" |
 | Clock Reaction - Demonstration Safely display the role of temperature and concentration on reactions |
 | A Closer Look at Aspirin - Lab Investigation Investigate the chemistry behind aspirin's effects |
 | A Closer Look at Polymers - Making Slime - Lab Investigation A fun way to explore the properties of long-chain polymers |
 | A Closer Look at Soaps & Detergents - Lab Investigation Explore the chemistry behind these common household products |
 | A Closer Look at Toothpastes - Lab Investigation A fun look at how toothpaste works! |
 | The Colorful Chemistry of Acids & Bases - CD-ROM A firsthand look at the significance of color changes in chemicals! |
 | Consumer Chemistry - Lab Investigation Explore the chemistry behind common household products |
 | Disappearing Ink - Demonstration The case of the mysterious disappearing ink! |
 | Elements, Mixtures & Compounds - Lab Investigation Introduce your students to the fundamentals of chemistry |
 | Flame Test of Chemicals - Lab Investigation Learn how elements can be identified using flames |
 | General Chemistry Molecular Model - Lab Investigation Assemble and visualize the 3-D structure of chemical compounds |
 | How Effective is an Antacid? - Lab Investigation What's in an antacid? |
 | Identification of Organic Molecules - Game Simple, yet ingeneous card game makes learning
organic chemistry fun! |
 | Introduction to Chromatography - Lab Investigation Perform this basic laboratory technique |
 | Modeling Basic Chemical Structures - Lab Investigation Explore the 3-D configurations of common molecules |
 | Organic Chemistry Molecular Model - Lab Investigation Build 3-D models of organic compounds |
 | Polymers - Lab Investigation Investigate the long-chain
polymers and
their attributes! |
 | Polymers as Straws - Lab Investigation An engaging way to study the chemistry & use of polymers |
 | Rust Race - Lab Investigation An introduction to oxidation-reduction reactions |
 | Shampoo Chemistry - Lab Investigation What's in a shampoo? |
 | Soda Pop Science - Lab Investigation An inquiry-based investigation of a familiar product |
 | Thermochemistry: Chemical Hot & Cold Packs - Demonstration An exciting look at chemical reactions and heat |
 | Traffic Light Reaction - Demonstration Vivid demonstration of oxidation-reduction reactions |
 | Understanding Acids, Bases & Salts - Lab Investigation A complete, safe and convenient introduction to these key compounds |
 | Understanding pH - Lab Investigation An inquiry-based approach to understanding acidity & alkalinity |
Technology |
 | Build It - Activity Kit An introduction to
the construction
and design of
mechanical models |
 | Control it - Activity Kit An introduction to simple controls |
 | Fan Car - Activity Kit Build a propeller-powered car! |
 | Land Yacht - Activity Kit Assemble and test an air-powered car |
 | Pneumatic Earth Mover - Activity Kit Build a realistic model that looks and
behaves like a real earth mover |
 | Pneumatic Robot Arm - Activity Kit Build a pneumatic-powered robot grabber arm |
 | Power it - Activity Kit An introduction to gears, pulleys and power |
 | Roadster - Activity Kit Investigate gears, electric motors
and simple controls |
 | The Climber - Activity Kit Build a robot that can climb over obstacles! |
 | The Escape - Activity Kit Build a robot smart enough to
escape from a maze! |
 | The Obedient - Activity Kit Build a robot that obeys your command |
 | The Predator - Activity Kit Build a robot that gobbles up prey! |
 | Tipper Truck - Activity Kit Investigate pneumatics by
building a functional tipper truck |
Curriculum Packs |
 | Curriculum Module - Set Comprehensive instruction for Life, Earth and Physical Science ! |
Curriculum Modules |
 | Cell Structure & Cell Processes - Curriculum Module Complete “curriculum-in-a-box” provides a comprehensive look at cells |
 | Genetics - The Science of Heredity - Curriculum Module A comprehensive curriculum covering genetics & heredity |
 | Human Biology & Health - Curriculum Module Comprehensive curriculum provides an in-depth look at the human body |