SuperScience articles from September 2007

SuperScience archives from September 2007

Colossal crystals.(EARTH SCIENCE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... An underground cave in Naica, Mexico, has some of the largest crystals ever discovered. One is taller than a three-story building and weighs more than seven African elephants! Now scientists have discovered how these enormous crystals formed....

Safer racer.(PHYSICAL SCIENCE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... NASCAR fans now see many different styles of cars racing around the track. But soon, all of the race cars will be the same style. All racers will drive a vehicle called the "Car of Tomorrow." Engineers designed the Car of Tomorrow to...

Ready, set, swim!(LIFE SCIENCE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... This spring, 11 leatherback sea turtles competed in the "Great Turtle Race." The race began on a beach in Costa Rica where many leatherbacks lay their eggs. Scientists then tracked the turtles as they swam to a feeding spot near the...

Battling bullying.(LIFE SCIENCE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... If you've ever been bullied, you're not alone. Scientists at Stanford University in California recently surveyed 270 third- to sixth- graders about bullying. They asked the students about behaviors such as calling people names and leaving peers...

The case of the tossed orange: this month, learn about density.(science mystery)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Properties of objects and materials For Grades 5-8 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Properties and changes of...

Slurp! Discover some of the world's stickiest, speediest, and most startling animal tongues.(life science)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Characteristics of organisms * Organisms and environments For Grades 5-8 * Structure and function in living systems * Diversity and adaptations of organisms INTEGRATE...

Tongue twister: can you design an animal "tongue?".(hands-on)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Characteristics of organisms For Grades 5-8 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Diversity and adaptations of...

Cool science jobs.(careers)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Science and technology in local challenges * Science as a human endeavor For Grades 5-8 * Science and technoLogy in society * Science as a human endeavor INTEGRATE YOUR...

Wildfire detectives: investigators use science to solve the mysteries of what--or who--sets forests ablaze.(earth science)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Properties of earth materials * Light, heat, electricity, and magnetism For Grades 5-8 * Structure of the earth system * Transfer of energy INTEGRATE YOUR CURRICULUM!...

Fire inspector: can you determine what caused a wildfire?(hands-on)
September 1, 2007... SCIENCE CONTENT STANDARDS For Grades K-4 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Understanding about science and technology For Grades 5-8 * Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry * Understanding about...

Mystery photo.(the Back Page)(Brief article)(Photograph)
September 1, 2007... WHAT'S PICTURED IN THE MAGNIFYING LENS? TO FIND OUT, USE THESE HINTS (PLUS A DICTIONARY OR THE INTERNET!) 1. It is an invertebrate, or an animal without a backbone. 2. When it is young, it eats the leaves of milkweed plants. 3....

You asked.(the Back Page)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Q: Why do we hiccup? A: Hiccups are caused by a sudden tightening of the diaphragm, a muscle at the bottom of your chest. The diaphragm helps you breathe. It helps move air into and out of your lungs when you inhale and exhale. ...

Welcome Back!
September 1, 2007... As you start a brand-new school year, you can count on SuperScience to bring the wonders of the natural world into your classroom. In each issue, you'll find engaging nonfiction articles on the latest science discoveries. Get your students...

Fire report.(CHART-READING SKILLS)(Chart)
September 1, 2007... The chart below contains information on some of the most serious wildfires in U.S. history. Use the Information in the chart to answer the questions that follow. Number Date Name and...

No-sweat bubble test.(READING COMPREHENSION)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... DIRECTIONS: Read each question below, and then use the article "Slurp!" (pp. 6-9) to determine the best answer. Fill in the correct bubble completely. 1. A scientist who studies living things is called a(n) --. (A) archaeologist ...