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Lesson Plan: How Do You Know?
Examine the difference between true and false by asking different kinds of questions. Analyze what is meant by “fact,” or “truth”.
Lesson Plan: Where Does Knowledge Come From?
Explore how knowledge and information are acquired, both with and without the five senses. Play with various “mystery” objects and substances and discuss how we turn initial impressions into observations.
Lesson Plan: TV Land Vs. The Real World
Understand the role of media in our everyday lives. Evaluate different media as sources of facts, by analyzing images and messages conveyed.
Lesson Plan: What Was That?
Examine how our senses can deceive us. Make connections between what our senses tell us and what is actually “out there”.
Lesson Plan: Do You Know What I Know?
Examine the connection between our senses and our physical environment by making observations and sharing experiences. Discuss the role our senses play in gathering information.
Lesson Plan: I Was Wondering About Science And Truth
Evaluate the scientific truth of a claim made by a company promoting their product. Formulate a question and hypothesis that can be tested and think critically about the results of the testing to determine the “truth” behind the claim. Consider the application of findings and impact of that application on the natural world.