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One of the historic uses of wood was for heating. In recent years, however, most heating in the United States…
One of the historic uses of wood was for heating. In recent years, however, most heating in the United States has come from other sources of energy, such as petroleum,...
In “Batter Up,” learn about how engineers designed a test to determine baseball bat breakage rates for different types of…
In “Batter Up,” learn about how engineers designed a test to determine baseball bat breakage rates for different types of wood.
In this research study, scientists try to understand the impact of termites on forest wood decomposition in the Southern United…
In this research study, scientists try to understand the impact of termites on forest wood decomposition in the Southern United States.
In the Western United States, many of the forests have too many small trees. These small trees increase the risk…
In the Western United States, many of the forests have too many small trees. These small trees increase the risk of wildfire. Forest managers, therefore, want to remove the small...
The research in this monograph looks at the use of prairie strips, which are strips of native prairie plants that…
The research in this monograph looks at the use of prairie strips, which are strips of native prairie plants that are planted between sections of agricultural crops. Scientists wanted to...
Test your knowledge with an eyeChallenge after reading “Batter Up.” Each of the following images represents something from the article.…
Test your knowledge with an eyeChallenge after reading “Batter Up.” Each of the following images represents something from the article. Explain what each of these images represents. You may write...
After reading “Chew on This,” test your knowledge with an eyeChallenge. Explain what each of these images from the article…
After reading “Chew on This,” test your knowledge with an eyeChallenge. Explain what each of these images from the article represents.
When you finish reading “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants,” see if you can complete this eyeChallenge! Each image represents…
When you finish reading “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants,” see if you can complete this eyeChallenge! Each image represents something from the article. Explain what each of these images...
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What material or combination of materials creates a stronger tower? Materials:…
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is: What material or combination of materials creates a stronger tower? Materials: Paper Plastic Straws Wooden popsicle sticks Toothpicks Natural items (sticks,...
The questions you will answer with this activity are: Why are trees managed differently? What are some of the differences…
The questions you will answer with this activity are: Why are trees managed differently? What are some of the differences in managed trees versus unmanaged trees? Materials: Blank sheet of...
In this FACTivity, you will create a forest management plan for a 1-hectare (or 1-acre) forest. You will make this…
In this FACTivity, you will create a forest management plan for a 1-hectare (or 1-acre) forest. You will make this plan by using the Planning Your Own Forest Graphic Organizer....
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is, “How can I share information with the public about vulnerable species…
The question you will answer in this FACTivity is, “How can I share information with the public about vulnerable species like big-leaf mahogany?” Materials: Markers Paper Books/web resources Graphic organizer...