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Here are seven essential ancestry research links to bookmark, whether you're just beginning your genealogical quest or you're a seasoned family historian.
New research just linked flexibility with higher survival rates
So I recently posted that these "All About California" state puzzles books were available in my TpT store. I also wanted to share some of the resources that helped me bring these books together. I thought that these links would be valuable for teachers trying to put together their unit studies on each state too. Research Links for California State Symbols Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_California_state_symbols https://statesymbolsusa.org/states/united-states/california Desert Tortoise: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/reptiles/deserttortoise/ Another cool fact about these guys: They ”dig grooves into the ground’s surface to catch rainwater. After a storm, they’ll return to these holes to slurp up the water that’s collected inside.” California Quail: https://easyscienceforkids.com/all-about-quail/ https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/animals/birds/california-quail/ Saber-toothed Cat: (CA’s state fossil) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saber-toothed_cat California Poppy: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/gallery/2019/mar/27/californias-poppy-and-wild-flower-super-bloom-in-pictures https://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/aboutflowers/stateflowers/california-state-flowers Grizzly Bear: https://www.nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Mammals/Grizzly-Bear https://www.scpr.org/programs/take-two/2012/10/24/28981/monarch-the-sad-amazing-story-of-the-bear-on-calif/ Tells the story of Monarch, the grizzly who became the model for the state’s flag. Dogface Butterfly: https://www.butterflyidentification.com/california-dogface.htm CA State Foods: Wikipedia’s State Foods list shows CA as having only a State Nut…or 4 (almonds, pecans, pistachios, and walnuts). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_U.S._state_foods While the state symbols page (see first link of ‘State Symbols Resources’) shows a state grain, veg, and fruit too. Apparently, Lt Gov Newsom declared these in 2013, but it never became law. One more food controversy for CA, the State Nuts are not actually nuts but seeds! https://www.latimes.com/politics/la-pol-ca-nuts-official-20170719-story.html Inventions: https://www.lamag.com/culturefiles/la-origins-cover/ https://matadornetwork.com/read/15-things-world-needs-thanking-california/ Crops: https://keepcaliforniafarming.org/which-foods-come-from-california/ This page is nicely done, with graphics and statistics on food crops. Economy: https://www.netstate.com/economy/ca_economy.htm Geography: https://www.netstate.com/states/geography/ca_geography.htm Interesting Facts: https://www.factinate.com/places/42-bizarre-facts-california/ https://www.ducksters.com/geography/state.php?State=California The Hollywood Sign: https://hollywoodsign.org/the-history-of-the-sign/ Click on “The Saga of the Sign” for an in depth history. Who knew that the sign originally read “Hollywoodland”!?! Earthquake Facts from USGS: https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/earthquake-hazards/science/cool-earthquake-facts?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects General Sherman Tree: https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/nature/sherman.htm
Research suggests that overconfidence is strongly linked with narcissism and is particularly likely to emerge when highly narcissistic people feel powerful.
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Researchers have uncovered that increased levels of the protein PRDM1-S, triggered by high salt intake, disrupt immune regulation and contribute to autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis (MS).
Students LOVE this digital biography research project! A ready-to-go biography report template that works with any historical figure or hero (research links included). Low prep and engaging! Students research their figure and use the biography template slides to create a unique Google Slides (or PPT) presentation (with an optional written report). Great for individual or group biography research projects! ❤️❤️❤️ SAVE BIG with the Digital Research Projects BUNDLE! ⭐️ PERFECT FOR >>> 2nd - 5th grade teachers looking for an engaging and flexible biography research report template that requires students to read and write informational text! Use with online research or printed texts from your classroom or library. ⭐WHAT’S INCLUDED >>> A ready-to-go biography report template and online research links! Teachers can edit all directions and select which slides to share with students. NOTE: This is a Google Slides file. It can also be downloaded as a PowerPoint file through the Google Slides link by selecting "Download" and "Microsoft PowerPoint." Editable Teacher Slides: ✔️ 7 Biography Research Site Links ✔️ Student Directions ✔️ Project Rubric Non-Editable Project Template Slides (18): ✔️ KWL ✔️ Title/Cover ✔️ Famous Quote ✔️Early Life ✔️ Challenges ✔️ Accomplishments ✔️ Character Traits (x2) ✔️ Values & Beliefs ✔️ Legacy ✔️ Awards & Honors ✔️ Timeline ✔️ Map (x3) ✔️ Interesting Facts ✔️ My Thoughts ✔️ My Sources ✔️ Blank Slide Optional Written Report: ✔️ Paragraph Organization Slide (Fully Editable) ✔️ 4 Paragraph Slides Students can edit text and add images to the slides to create a unique presentation! Use as a slideshow or print to create a booklet! WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT >>> ❤️ Research site links INCLUDED! ❤️ EDITABLE student directions and RUBRIC! ❤️ Optional Written Report BONUS! ❤️ Engaging and meaningful reading and writing! ❤️ No paper needed! Perfect for Google Classroom! ▶️ LEARN MORE!! For more about this resource and to view sample pages, click the PREVIEW button above! WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYING >>> ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This was the perfect final project for my students' research projects! The premade layout was very helpful for students who needed a little more guidance, but still allowed them to be independent. Will be using again next year! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ All of my students LOVED this resource. They each researched a famous person and created a slide show that they shared and put into their digital portfolio. It was easy to use and the students were so engaged and eager to share their work! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️This was an amazingly organized and simply designed report that was easy for all levels of students to use! It made our biography research and presentations flow smoothly. My students were very proud of their final products! ❤️ Click HERE to follow my store and hear about new products and updates. New resources are 50% off for the first 24 hours! Thanks so much! I hope you found just what you needed! Kady from Teacher Trap ------------------------------------------------------------- SUGGESTED FOR YOU >>> *Digital Animal Report Research Project *Digital Planet and Solar System Research Project *Digital Reading Response Templates *Positive Parent Communication Tools and Tips
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New research uncovers how COVID-19 may cause neuroinflammation, leading to persistent neurological symptoms even after recovery.
A new method diagnosing autism re-analyzes MRI scans via AI to detect the movements of proteins, nutrients and other processes in the brain that may indicate the condition
Note taking is central to the work of researchers. This post provides a list of resources about the tried and true zettelkasten method often associated with German sociologist Niklas Luhmann.
Researchers have worked for years to pinpoint exactly what causes autism. They've identified several risk factors, but there seems to be no single explanation
Explore the United States with our 50 States Research Project! Perfect for homeschoolers and classrooms, this comprehensive project helps students dive into the geography, history, and unique features of each U.S. state, making learning about the country both fun and educational. To get started, print out the 50 States Research Project worksheet. The worksheet includes questions about each state, such as its capital and population, as well as spaces to write and draw about the state’s culture, climate, and natural resources. Assign each student a state to research, and have them use the worksheet to guide their research. When students are finished, have them present their work to the class and create a class book about the 50 states in America! I hope this information is helpful and that you and your students have fun with the 50 States Research Project! 50 pages REMINDER: This is a DIGITAL download. Not a physical item. Directions: After purchasing the item, you will receive an email from Etsy containing the link to download the files. Kindly read this article for more information: https://www.etsy.com/help/article/3949 Due to monitor differences and your printer settings, the actual colors of your printed product may vary slightly. TIP: Print and laminate the worksheets for multiple uses! Click for more: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CraftedWithBlissShop Follow us! FB - Pinterest - IG @craftedwithbliss www.craftedwithbliss.com Terms of use: After purchase, the buyer acquires the license of the product for personal and non-commercial use only. The buyer is strictly not allowed to sell, rent, send, and distribute the file to others. In addition, the buyer is strictly not allowed to share, copy, or lend the file to others. Unauthorized usage or reproduction of our products is a clear violation of the copyright laws. Lastly, we have a no return and refund policy. With this, we will not allow any return of our products or refund of your payment upon purchase. Thank you! Let us know if you have any questions or concerns. Just message us here! :)
Researchers have identified 134 genes associated with autism and a range of genetic alterations associated with ASD. Notably, the study identified changes in copy number variations with likely associations with ASD, including autism-associated variants in 14% of people on the autism spectrum.
Research may indicate a link between MTHFR gene mutations and serious health conditions. What are the risk factors for MTHFR and what are the signs in children?
Researchers have long known that the gene known as ADGRL3 is linked to ADHD, but they’ve not understood exactly how. Now, new research has identified a variation on the gene that may clarify the cause-and-effect pathway to ADHD.
Today I want to talk about getting started with flexible seating in primary classrooms. Specifically, how I introduced this new concept to my students. If you haven’t read Part One of my Flexible Seating series you can find it HERE. Part One talks about what exactly flexible seating is and why is it is good […]
Food choices test, based on research from the University of Pennsylvania.
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Are you looking to elevate your Ecosystems and Biomes unit? This 4th or 5th grade project based learning unit for ecosystems incorporates science, nonfiction reading, research, writing, and the arts! Read to find out how I organized the research project, what our launch activity was, the driving que
Being entrusted with the responsibility and care of another person is a huge task. But it's equally rewarding.
There’s a lot of research out there that supports movement for learning. They are inter-related. Need some proof? According to researcher Terrence Dwyer, exercise supports success in school. His research found that exercise improves classroom behavior and academic performance (Dwyer, Sallis, Blizzard, Lazarus, & Dean, 2001) and that even when an experimental group got four times […]
Erosive osteoarthritis of the hand is a severe form of radiographic hand OA, rather than a distinct clinical entity and may be driven by the presence of metabolic abnormalities, researchers reported.
A study in Heliyon suggests that students' personality traits predict their likelihood of using ChatGPT for academic cheating. Those with high Honesty-Humility and Conscientiousness are less inclined to cheat, while manipulative Dark Triad traits increase the risk.
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Chronic Inflammation is triggered by the immune system responding to irritants or foreign compounds, often in food or the environment. With no overt symptoms, chronic inflammation is a little harder to understand or even recognize. However, research has linked it with obesity, metabolic syndrome, he
The ghosts from an empire long past can be felt amid these bleached ruins.
This FREE parallel lines cut by a transversal coloring activity doubles as a colorful reference poster or student notebook reference. Now includes a link to an interactive GOOGLE Slides version for online learning and teaching.
All about butterfly life cycles flip flap is an easy one page activity to study butterflies in the spring! Teacher prep is simply print and go, yet it gives students the opportunity to cut, color, and write about their research. Includes: Facts about butterflies Butterfly life cycle Can have are Facts and opinions This
Trace elements of lithium in drinking water may slow death rates from Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests. Rates of diabetes and obesity, which are important risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, also decrease if there is a particular amount of lithium in the water, says the study.
"The healthiest form of projection is art" ~ Fritz Perls Here is a popular internet list of art therapy activities originally posted up in 2011 by the Nursing School Blog. I have since taken over the list and I consistently research current links that reflect the most inspiring art therapy...
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Integrate science, reading and writing with a Google Slide research project. Have students research animal adaptations using these ready-made Google Slides templates. Web and video links, explicit directions and graphic organizers make this an independent project perfect for distance learning or a classroom assignment. Discover and learn more about how I use these Google Slides digital notebooks. #twoboysandadad
People with autism often have enhanced sensory sensitivity. They are, for example, much more likely to be affected by bright light and loud noises. They also have a better eye for detail. In a new study, researchers found that synesthetes also often have enhanced sensory sensitivity and that they have similar social skills to individuals […]
