Science Explorations: Writing With Scientists Activity for grades 3 through 8 Looking for advice about how to craft a world-class science report? AMNH microbiologist Susan Perkins shows you how to transform your collection of notes, observations, research, and experiments into a research paper.
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		Online Field Journal: Field Journals Activity for grades Kindergarten through 5 Don't just explore the wonders of nature. Record them! From seashells and birds to animal tracks and spiders, these printable field journals are great guides for your next nature walk.
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		Online Field Journal: Compare Activity for grades Kindergarten through 5 No matter what the weather or season, you can explore nature with these 11 online challenges. See just how good your observation skills are by comparing butterflies, leaves, reptiles, fish, and more.
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		Drawing as a Way of Looking at the Natural World Article for grades 6 through 12 Don't just take a close look at that arthropod, pick up a pencil and draw it! You'll be surprised how much better you'll understand and appreciate what you're seeing.
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		Helpful Hints for Field Sketching Article for grades 6 through 12 People often assume that drawing skills are something you're born with. But the truth is, like any other skill, drawing is something you can learn. Start sketching with these helpful hints.
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		How to Press and Preserve Plants Activity for grades 6 through 12 Autumn leaves, flawless fronds, prickly grasses, and perfect petals—all are great specimens to be noted and preserved. Find out how to press like a pro.
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		Collecting Arthropod Specimens Article for grades 6 through 12 What's the best way to catch an arthropod in the field—aerial netting, beating, or pitfall trapping? Actually, the answer is choosing the right collection method for your site's terrain and specimens.
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