Middle School
Explore our resources for middle school students, including the Natural Inquirer journals and monographs, as well as activities, lesson plans, learning modules, and much more!
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The tree line is the edge of a habitat at which trees are capable of growing. In this study, the…The tree line is the edge of a habitat at which trees are capable of growing. In this study, the scientists wanted to examine dead trees that they found above... -
If the temperature of a stream rises too high, the animals that live in the stream may find it difficult…If the temperature of a stream rises too high, the animals that live in the stream may find it difficult to survive. Big changes in a stream’s daytime temperature as... -
In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and…In this article, scientists explore the different ecosystem services provided by prairie potholes such as soil nutrients, absorbing carbon, and reducing soil erosion. -
Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species.…Globalization causes many things to happen. For the scientists in this study, globalization has increased the spread of invasive species. If scientists can predict the spread of invasive species, the... -
Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams.…Most rivers in the United States are now regulated. A regulated river is one whose flow is controlled by dams. The regulation of rivers, however, alters the relationship between rivers... -
This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands.What Goes Around Comes Around: How Long-Term Weather Patterns Affect Plants in Carolina Bay Wetlands
This article looks at how long-term weather patterns affect Carolina Bay Wetlands. -
Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important…Trees that are dead but still standing are called snags. Even though snags are dead, they are still are important parts of the forest. Snags provide benefits to the environment,... -
When a wildfire burns across a forest, logs and stumps on the ground may completely burn up. When this happens…When a wildfire burns across a forest, logs and stumps on the ground may completely burn up. When this happens the soil beneath and near the logs and stumps is... -
The historian in this study was interested in understanding the impact of the 1910 fires on fire policy and American…The historian in this study was interested in understanding the impact of the 1910 fires on fire policy and American society. He wanted to know why the wildfires that burned... -
After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the…After an area has been changed by human or natural disturbances, forest managers often engage in restoration activities. In the Bosque, fire is both a human and a natural disturbance....
