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 scientists in this study developed a process to help managers identify management priorities. As conditions change over time, the…The scientists in this study developed a process to help managers identify management priorities. As conditions change over time, the managers wanted to adapt their management priorities to fit the... -
As the climate changes, the tree species living in a forest may also change. This change means that some trees…As the climate changes, the tree species living in a forest may also change. This change means that some trees species may die and new species may move into the... -
In this study, scientists wanted to examine how the harvest of horseshoe crabs in Delaware Bay affects the red knot.…In this study, scientists wanted to examine how the harvest of horseshoe crabs in Delaware Bay affects the red knot. The red knot is a migratory bird. The red knot... -
Denali National Park in Alaska has one of the largest reported golden eagle nesting populations. Golden eagles are legally protected…Denali National Park in Alaska has one of the largest reported golden eagle nesting populations. Golden eagles are legally protected to help the population survive. Park managers were not sure... -
The scientists in this study wanted to answer two questions: (1) How many people in the United States are projected…The scientists in this study wanted to answer two questions: (1) How many people in the United States are projected to participate in four backcountry and wilderness activities in 2060... -
Mushroom hunting is a specialized skill that takes years to learn. Wild mushroom species are difficult to identify, and many…Mushroom hunting is a specialized skill that takes years to learn. Wild mushroom species are difficult to identify, and many wild mushrooms are poisonous. No one, therefore, should eat a... -
In this study, the scientists wanted to explore why people plant trees and flowers to remember events and people.In this study, the scientists wanted to explore why people plant trees and flowers to remember events and people. -
In this article, learn about soils and the amount of salmon-derived nutrients (SDN) in Southeast Alaska! Salmon-derived nutrients are nutrients…In this article, learn about soils and the amount of salmon-derived nutrients (SDN) in Southeast Alaska! Salmon-derived nutrients are nutrients in the soils that are from decomposing salmon. The scientists... -
Some scientists believe that spending any amount of time outdoors is good for kids, and certain activities may provide more…Some scientists believe that spending any amount of time outdoors is good for kids, and certain activities may provide more benefits than others. Studies have shown that outdoor physical activities... -
Mangrove forests include trees and shrubs found in the tropics that have large root structures and create barriers that help…Mangrove forests include trees and shrubs found in the tropics that have large root structures and create barriers that help protect coastlines. The mangrove forests provide protection for the villages,...
