As students head back to school, more and more teachers are using citizen science in their classrooms to give students authentic science experiences.
Below, our editors highlight some of the many excellent citizen science projects that work well in classrooms. You can find even more with the SciStarter Global Project Finder.
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The SciStarter Team
NOVA Labs
NOVA offers a variety of projects, covering topics ranging from RNA to renewable energy to evolution. Videos, interactive websites, and online resources are all available for teachers. Ages: middle school and up.
Photo: Lauren Nichols
Students Discover
Students Discover offers projects about animals that are sure to ignite students' interest in science. With lesson plans and hands-on activities, these projects are a great fit for any classroom. Ages: elementary and up.
Photo: J. Hulcr
Backyard Beetles
With just a few inexpensive supplies, US students can construct a trap to ...
