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- Mrs. Buzzell
- Nottingham, NH, United States
- I'm a middle school science teacher at Nottingham and I love biology!
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
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Summer Activities Challenge 2011 | Education.com
Summer Activities Challenge 2011 | Education.com
Do some fun activities this summer and win prizes- You could win a $500 back to school shopping spree or an indoor/outdoor croquet set!
Do some fun activities this summer and win prizes- You could win a $500 back to school shopping spree or an indoor/outdoor croquet set!
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Summer Solstice June 21, 2011
Source: Ward's Science Newsletter
Summer Solstice
Warmer weather and longer days are coming back, and the dawn of another summer season! This year’s summer solstice occurs at 1:16 on June 21st, 2011. At that time, the sun will appear directly overhead at the Tropic of Cancer, and the day will bring the maximum possible sunshine for the Northern Hemisphere. In fact, at the North Pole, the sun will be visible for a full 24 hours!
Traditionally, the Summer Solstice is celebrated as a time of new beginnings and the beginning of a lush and fruitful season. Typically, it’s a time when the rains begin and the first harvests are ripe. It was a time of celebration, and seen in popular culture such as Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.
But did you know that during this time of warm weather and sunshine we’re actually farthest away from the sun? The reason for the plentiful sunshine and warmth is actually due to the tilt of Earth’s axis. Our axis is tilted 23.5°, and in the summer time the North Pole is tilted towards the sun. It is actually because of this tilt that we have seasons. On Venus, where the axis is nearly vertical, there is no change in season!
After the Summer Solstice our days will once again begin to shorten little by little, though the summer goes on. Be sure to take your sunscreen and enjoy the longer warmer days of the season!
Summer Solstice
Warmer weather and longer days are coming back, and the dawn of another summer season! This year’s summer solstice occurs at 1:16 on June 21st, 2011. At that time, the sun will appear directly overhead at the Tropic of Cancer, and the day will bring the maximum possible sunshine for the Northern Hemisphere. In fact, at the North Pole, the sun will be visible for a full 24 hours!
Traditionally, the Summer Solstice is celebrated as a time of new beginnings and the beginning of a lush and fruitful season. Typically, it’s a time when the rains begin and the first harvests are ripe. It was a time of celebration, and seen in popular culture such as Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”.
But did you know that during this time of warm weather and sunshine we’re actually farthest away from the sun? The reason for the plentiful sunshine and warmth is actually due to the tilt of Earth’s axis. Our axis is tilted 23.5°, and in the summer time the North Pole is tilted towards the sun. It is actually because of this tilt that we have seasons. On Venus, where the axis is nearly vertical, there is no change in season!
After the Summer Solstice our days will once again begin to shorten little by little, though the summer goes on. Be sure to take your sunscreen and enjoy the longer warmer days of the season!
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Summer Science - Carolina Biological Supply Company
Summer Science - Carolina Biological Supply Company
Here are a few fun science activities that you can do at home this summer!
Here are a few fun science activities that you can do at home this summer!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Apple Edu 101 Teaching Idea
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Please vote for my lesson idea - if it wins, I'll get $200 to use for my classroom and either an iPad, iPod or Flip video camera to be used in the classroom.
To vote, just click on the link, type Buzzell in the search box and when my name comes up, click on the vote button. Thank you!
Please vote for my lesson idea - if it wins, I'll get $200 to use for my classroom and either an iPad, iPod or Flip video camera to be used in the classroom.
To vote, just click on the link, type Buzzell in the search box and when my name comes up, click on the vote button. Thank you!
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Microscopy-UK
Microscopy-UK provides Micscape Magazine free of charge. Learn about the amazing microscopic world around you!
Virtual Pond Dip!
Use this virtual sim to learn about some common types of smaller pond life. There are links to pond life identification sites and other resources.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?
Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?
Ever eat some Cheese Wiz and wonder what it was made of? Find out the chemistry behind a wide variety of everyday products!
Ever eat some Cheese Wiz and wonder what it was made of? Find out the chemistry behind a wide variety of everyday products!
Monday, June 6, 2011
Thursday, June 2, 2011
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