How one student’s science project alerted officials to the spread of a damaging pest in the U.S.

Eunice Foote pinpointed a major cause of climate change—more than 160 years ago
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Scientists have successfully cloned a black-footed ferret, which may help save the species
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Which element cushions the impact of car crashes, gives plants their leafy-green color, and adds a twist to a frozen snack? Follow these five clues to find out. Then show what you know about the periodic table.
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How Jessica Kilroy uses her rock climbing skills to keep wind turbines spinning
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Read a gross science article about a preserved parrot.

Constructing Explanations: Analyze a photo of an intriguing natural phenomenon.
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Read a short science news article with a graph about ocean plastic pollution.
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Read a short science news article with about making rain.
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Read a short science news article about a material based on gecko feet.
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Read a short science news article about a student engineering project.
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Read a short science news article about tackling climate change with a graph about climate attitudes..
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Read a short science news article about rope bridges for wildlife.
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Earth Day takes place every April 22. Learn more about the planet we call home—and why it needs protecting.
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