Articles
Explore a variety of topics in our article library. Each article in a monograph or journal is based on a published, peer-reviewed study and includes an activity, reflection questions, and more. Articles in our Readers introduce the work of a scientist to students from kindergarten to 2nd grade.
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In this essay, learn about the Samoan fale, a building style that is traditional, progressive, and climate-friendly.In this essay, learn about the Samoan fale, a building style that is traditional, progressive, and climate-friendly. -
In this essay, learn about traditional ocean sailing in the Pacific Ocean, including navigation and canoe construction.In this essay, learn about traditional ocean sailing in the Pacific Ocean, including navigation and canoe construction. -
Scientists investigated how typhoons impacted the importance of microorganisms in sesarmid crab diets. The scientists also wanted to discover whether…Scientists investigated how typhoons impacted the importance of microorganisms in sesarmid crab diets. The scientists also wanted to discover whether the mangrove leaves were a more important food source than... -
In this essay, learn about the ancient Chamoru culture of Guam and their unique method of building homes.In this essay, learn about the ancient Chamoru culture of Guam and their unique method of building homes. -
In this essay, learn about traditional Palauan craftsmanship as revealed in the construction of bai, a longhouse important in Palau’s…In this essay, learn about traditional Palauan craftsmanship as revealed in the construction of bai, a longhouse important in Palau’s culture. -
Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students will…Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students will meet Dr. Warwell and learn about his research with seeds... -
Black cohosh is a forest plant that is harvested for its medicinal use. Black cohosh is native to eastern deciduous…Black cohosh is a forest plant that is harvested for its medicinal use. Black cohosh is native to eastern deciduous forests and can be found as far south as Georgia,... -
Lawns are a common sight in the United States. The scientists in this study found previous research showing that lawns…Lawns are a common sight in the United States. The scientists in this study found previous research showing that lawns mowed frequently or treated with chemicals had limited flowering plants... -
Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet…Natural Inquirer Readers for students in grades K-2 focus on a scientist and their research. In this Reader, students meet Dr. Jovan and learn about her research with moss and... -
The scientists in this study were interested in looking at how prescribed fire affects longleaf pine forests and their ability…The scientists in this study were interested in looking at how prescribed fire affects longleaf pine forests and their ability to store carbon. The scientists also wanted to know how...
