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"Did you ever wonder why a camel has a hump? If you can really tell the weather by listening to the chirp of a cricket? Or why our joints make popping sounds? These questions deal with everyday phenomena that we often take for granted, but each can be explained scientifically. Everyday Mysteries will help you get the answers to these and many other of life's most interesting questions through scientific inquiry. In addition, we will introduce you to the Library of Congress' rich collections in science and technology. All of the questions presented on this Web site were asked by researchers and answered by librarians from the Library's Science Reference Services. "

"Four actions help teachers foster citizens who are critical thinkers about science-related issues."

These student projects were created using Build Your Wild Self http://www.buildyourwildself.com/ Interesting 'take' on animal adaptations...thumbs up for student creativity! Could we explore this idea further to engage students in writing, science, social studies, etc.?

"In this collection you'll learn how MacBook, iLife, and a Challenge Based Learning approach have helped eliminate the use of textbooks, create a digital classroom, and empower Greene County Middle School students to be responsible for their learning. You'll also hear how Lenape High School ninth graders have used Apple products such as iPad to author their own textbook chapters-maximizing individual contributions to group-based research and strengthening their organizational, research, and communication skills in the process. Use the video tutorials to begin applying these ideas in your learning environment."