Japanese Crane Courtship Dance

Emerson found an awesome short video clip of the Japanese Crane courtship dance. Check it out! http://dsc.discovery.com/tv-shows/winged-planet/videos/japanese-crane-courtship-dance.htm

Flickr: The Marsupials and Monotremes Pool

Flickr: The Marsupials and Monotremes Pool:  Cool photos of marsupials and monotremes!

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Science by Email | Cyclones, Cold fronts

Science by Email | Cyclones, Cold fronts: "News: Super storms    

A massive storm called Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines earlier this month. One of the largest storms ever observed, it has caused widespread destruction in the island nation."

Read the rest of the article and try this week's at home activity - Make Your Own Weatherfront!!

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Science by Email | Fire balloon

Science by Email | Fire balloon: "News: Scorched earth not so barren      

With dry conditions and high temperatures, the risk of bushfires increases over the Australian summer. But while the destructive nature of fire cannot be denied, fire still plays an important role in some ecosystems."

This week's try at home is awesome - the fire proof balloon!  You will need parental supervision for this activity!!
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Science by Email | Auroras, Pollen

Science by Email | Auroras, Pollen: "News: Aurora origins  
   

On a dark night, far from the Equator, you might be lucky enough to spot an aurora: a shimmering, colourful glow in the sky. This natural light show has captivated people for thousands of years. While it is mostly associated with cold, dark nights near the poles, auroras have a much brighter, warmer origin: the Sun." REad more and check out this week's at home activity!



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Video -- World's Weirdest: Baby Toads Born from Mom's Back -- National Geographic

Video -- World's Weirdest: Baby Toads Born from Mom's Back -- National Geographic:  Surinam Sea Toad video

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Grégoire Courtine: The paralyzed rat that walked | Video on TED.com

Grégoire Courtine: The paralyzed rat that walked | Video on TED.com: A spinal cord injury can sever the communication between your brain and your body, leading to paralysis. Fresh from his lab, Grégoire Courtine shows a new method -- combining drugs, electrical stimulation and a robot -- that could re-awaken the neural pathways and help the body learn again to move on its own. See how it works, as a paralyzed rat becomes able to run and navigate stairs.

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Maths and Stats by Email | Smell the rainbow, Maths bagel

Maths and Stats by Email | Smell the rainbow, Maths bagel: "What about smell? Humans can smell a wide range of scents, from farts to flowers. However, we don’t know nearly as much about smell as we do about sight. Do we have physical receptors for each smell, or can we even describe most scents as a mixture of a few basic smells?  Learn more about smells and try the at home activity -Maths Bagel!
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True vampires | Student Science

True vampires | Student Science: "In 2006, a vampire bit Jennifer Zaspel. No, not the fantasy kind, with a pasty face, black cape and sharp teeth. This vampire was real — and a moth." Read about real vampires!

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How sharks survived the ‘Great Dying’ | Student Science

How sharks survived the ‘Great Dying’ | Student Science: "By leaving their coastal homes, some sharks survived an event that caused mass extinctions of other species - read the whole article online!
BY JANET RALOFF 5:59PM, NOVEMBER 1, 2013"



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Science by Email | Sleep, Chaos

Science by Email | Sleep, Chaos: "News: The need for sleep  
   

You’ve been up since early morning, had a long day at school and it’s late in the day. Your eyes are tired, it’s hard to concentrate and you’re trying not to yawn. It sounds like you’re ready to sleep."

After reading this week's article, try the at home activity "Pendulum Pandemonium"!

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As Many Exceptions As Rules

As Many Exceptions As Rules:  Zombies: They really do exist- read this to learn more!



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Maths and Stats by Email | Debts and deficits

Maths and Stats by Email | Debts and deficits: "Article: Debts and deficits  


In the United States, there’s a lot of political news about a ‘deficit crisis’ or a ‘debt ceiling crisis’. In terms of finance, what is the difference between a debt and a deficit, and why are they causing problems overseas?" Check out the video after reading the article.  Also, learn how math can be used to predict political problems!

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Science by Email | Nobel prize, Catching waves

Science by Email | Nobel prize, Catching waves: "News: Nobel prize awarded for chemistry simulations  
   

Three United States scientists shared the Nobel Prize in Chemistry last week for creating powerful computer programs to simulate chemical reactions. Like flight simulators and climate modelling, these programs calculate and crunch numbers to replicate the real world as closely as possible."
Read the full article and check out this month's try at home activity "Catch a Wave"

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Cell growth discovery has implications for targeting cancer

Cell growth discovery has implications for targeting cancer: "Oct. 11, 2013 — The way cells divide to form new cells -- to support growth, to repair damaged tissues, or simply to maintain our healthy adult functioning -- is controlled in previously unsuspected ways UC San Francisco researchers have discovered. The findings, they said, may lead to new ways to fight cancer."



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Slimming germs | Student Science

Slimming germs | Student Science: "Slimming germs
In the gut, the right microbe mix can help keep off extra weight — at least in mice." Check out today's top news stories!

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Maths and Stats by Email | Feral flowers?

Maths and Stats by Email | Feral flowers?: "Article: Feral flowers?  
   

If you were asked to imagine an introduced species, you might picture animal pests such as rabbits and cane toads. However, there are thousands of introduced plant species in our gardens and parks – everything from roses to rhododendrons."  Read more and try the at home activity "Measuring Money"!

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October 8 - Today in Science History - Scientists born on October 8th, died, and events

October 8 - Today in Science History - Scientists born on October 8th, died, and events: Notable events in science throughout history!



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Science by Email | Space cork, Pressure

Science by Email | Space cork, Pressure: "Bottles of champagne may send corks sky high, but spacecraft take cork as far as Mars. Their success depends on it.

Cork reached new heights as part of the protective aeroshell that insulated the Mars Rovers Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity from the intense heat of entering the Martian atmosphere."

Read the rest of the article and check out this month's try at home science activity, too!



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As Many Exceptions As Rules

As Many Exceptions As Rules:  Here is a cool blog about DNA and genetics.  It goes into a lot more detail that you will be learning as 7th graders, but for those of you with in interest in genetics, it is pretty fascinating! You may not understand all of it, but take a look! You will be learning about some of the researchers mentioned and basic genetic concepts. Write down any questions you have or post them on the blog!

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