The Invisible Secret: Patriot Spies of the American Revolution
In 5th grade Social Studies we learn about the American Revolution and study evidence of Espionage used by the Patriots to win the Revolution. Prior to the activity students will read a variety of resources to learn and build background knowledge about the time period. Students will also use what they know about chemical reactions.
This STEM activity has students research and create a spy document using techniques used in the war
They have to use evidence and create the best solution for invisible ink using materials found in the 18th century.
Students will test three invisible ink recipes and determine which is the most effective in creating a spy message for George Washington
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5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1RXORRvHkkXnopmdJmzwzQr72e017P20cjW3OV0L…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P1: Matter Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
This lesson is part 1 of 2. This lesson is set up to have students explore the friction bridge designed by Leonardo Da Vinci. Students first discover the inventor and become familiar with his life
An investigation into the function and uses of solar panels in agriculture - Agrivoltaics. Exploring how to get the most efficient use of your solar panels for your gardens.
A Shocking Dystopia: STEM Adventures in The City of Ember Part 4 of 4: Where the River Goes
This lesson is PART 4 of a four-lesson unit, which focuses on futures thinking, the phenomenon of electricity, closed-system agriculture, and water as a renewable energy resource. “The City of Ember”