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University of Colorado at BoUlder from CU science Classroom Presentations 2009-2010 PRoGRam Guide Science Discovery , established in 1983, is an experience-based, educational outreach program of the University of Colorado at Boulder. Science Discovery 9s mission is to stimulate scientific interest, understanding and literacy among Colorado 9s youth, teachers and families by interfacing with University resources and academic expertise. Science Discovery is dedicated to engaging the whole person in the journey of learning, thereby strengthening indi- vidual capacities to participate actively in local and world communities.

After-school and Summer Classes in Boulder County The Science Discovery staff is involved in many special projects as opportunities and needs arise. For example: " Outreach collaborations with CU faculty " The Outdoor Classroom " Workshops and curriculum development, including the Physics for Fun activity guide and video series " Website collaborations, including the award winning Web Weather for Kids " The CU Wizards program Grades: PreK-12 & Adult Over 200 classes annually emphasize the excitement of science, math and technology through hands-on discovery and experiential learning. These quality pro- grams offer: small class size (13-15 students); enthu- siastic, knowledgeable and experienced teachers; use of University and community resources; and a variety of field experiences.

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from many backgrounds and ages participate in these enriching experiences. Ages: 4 3 14 years Wilderness Camps Week-long overnight and day camps guide students in adventure activities and the exploration of Colorado ecosystems and natural history during exciting wilderness experiences. The camps foster awareness and sensitivity to the earth and its rich resources. Leave-no-trace camping, personal and group chal- lenges and fun create connections between group members, as well as individuals and the environment. Ages: 8 3 16 years This professional development program for teachers offers day-long activity-based workshops for teams consisting of a teacher and 5 students. Students work side-by-side with their teacher, providing opportunities for leadership devel- opment and professional growth. Program content and activities support Colorado Content Standards. Workshop attendees receive materials and curriculum to take back to their schools. Grades: 5th 3 8th Other Opportunities Science From CU Statewide Classroom Presentations & Assembly Programs These programs, designed to facilitate interactive study through audience participation and experiments, feature museum collections, live organisms, and science equipment. Program content and activities supplement existing curricu- lum and support Colorado Content Standards. The oppor- tunity to see and touch the "real thing" enlivens classroom learning, thereby engaging students and developing their understanding first-hand. Grades: PreK-12 & Adult Science Explorers Statewide Professional Development Program Science Discovery is a program of CU Boulder's School of Education Science Discovery is a program of CU Boulder's School of Education Science from CU 3 For further information about Science Discovery, please contact the Main Office (303) 492-7188 Visit us on the web: http://www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery Science Discovery brings Science From CU right to you! Are you looking for: 4 ways to support Colorado Content Standards? 4 ways to enliven your science curriculum? 4 programs to complement your classroom instruction, or introduce an upcoming unit, or culminate a completed unit? 4 hands-on activities and specimens to engage your students? 4 reward programs and assemblies with academic content? 4 ways to make science more meaningful to your students? 4 ideas to help solve those testing time scheduling gaps with activities that support and enhance classroom instruction? 4 programs for Family Science Nights? Since 1988 Science Discovery 9s award winning classroom outreach program, Science From CU , has been visiting classrooms, librar- ies and community centers bringing enriching science programs and assemblies throughout Colorado. Science From CU continu- ously endeavors to bring comprehensive programs that reflect the need for inspirational science education and cutting edge scie nce by collaborating with CU Faculty and peer institutions and agencies. Each of our programs has content and interactive activities that supplement existing curriculum and support Colorado Content Standards. They feature live organisms, museum specimens, and custom-designed science equipment. They enrich learning by engaging students to see and touch the "real thing " thereby developing participants' understanding first-hand. Our instructor s have excellent command of their subjects and present their programs with enthusiasm and zeal. They are able to scale content a nd terminology appropriate to the audience. In 1992, Science From CU received the National University Continuing Education Association, Division of Rural Continuing Education, Creative Program Award. In 1996, 2000 and 2007, Science From CU received an Outstanding Participation award from Community Resources Incorporated. To schedule a program or to be added to our mailing list, call 303-492-8640. Visit our website and use our program request form: http://www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/sfcu Or email your request to: sfcu@colorado.edu Dr. Lorrie Shepard Interim Executive Director Barbara Monday Class Program Director Anjali Maus Class Program Coordinator Kristi Dahl Science Explorers Director Maureen Murphy Office Manager Mindy Hurd Administrative Assistant Deb Kulcsar Wilderness Camp Director & Outdoor Classroom Director Hester Nadel Science From CU Director 4 Science from CU Max. Single Each Additional of Program Grade Group Size Presentation Same Program Animals & Art 1- Adult 30 $150 $95 Bat Tales PreK-8 50 $150 $95 BugMobile PreK-K 25 $155 $100 BugMobile 1-Adult 50 $155 $100 Cardiovascular Physiology 4-9th 30 $150 $95 Cool & Creative Chemistry 4-9th 100 $165 $115 Discovering Dinosaurs PreK-K 25 $150 $95 Discovering Dinosaurs 1-Adult 45 $150 $95 Electronics Lab 3-8th 30 $150 $95 Exploring the Nanoworld 4-Adult 30 $150 $95 Eye Know! 5-9th 30 $155 $100 For the Love of Polymers 4-9th 30 $150 $95 Force and Motion 5-9th 30 $150 $95 Fur, Feather & Fins PreK-2nd 30 $150 $95 How Illuminating! 4-9th 30 $150 $95 The Key to Classification 4-9th 30 $150 $95 Light and Lasers Assembly 3-Adult 100 (min. 2 presentations) $280 $115 Light and Lasers Workshop 3-Adult 30 $150 $95 Light, Polarization & Liquid Crystals 5-9th 30 $150 $95 Magnets & Electricity 5-9th 30 $150 $95 Marine Biology K-9th 60 $150 $95 Polar Connections K-8th 50 $150 $95 Prairies to Peaks 3-8th 30 $150 $95 Science Fair Workshop I K-8th 60 $150 $95 Science Fair Workshop 2 K-8th 60 $150 $95 States of Matter 5-9th 30 $150 $95 Weather Works 3-8th 60 $150 $95 Transportation Fees To schedule a program or to be added to our mailing list, call: (303) 492-8640 or email: sfcu@colorado.edu Programs outside the Denver-Metro area are limited by availability of staff time and travel funds. To help keep costs contained , we ask that schools in outlying communities recruit other schools in their area to coordinate visits and share expenses. Please call us to help cus tomize your needs. Limited grant funds are available to qualifying schools. Please call for details. 1 2 3 Zone Radial Distance from Science Discovery Fee 1 up to 50 miles 4 2 50-100 miles 50¢ per actual RT mile* 3 100 + miles 50¢ per actual RT mile plus $115 meals/lodging** * Mountain towns please call for details. ** Meals/lodging fees are charged per night. Program Cost science from CU 2009-2010 All programs are 1 hour in length. Fees are charged only once per visit, no matter how many presentations are booked for that day. Layover Fees Please limit time between presentations to one hour if booking multiples of a program on the same day. There will be a layover fee of $10 per hour for any program with a layover time longer than one hour. SCIENCE FROM CU PROGRAM REQUEST FORM Fax, mail or just use for planning&.. Mail: SCIENCE FROM CU A SCIENCE DISCOVERY PROGRAM University of Colorado at Boulder 446 UCB Boulder, CO 80309-0446 Phone: 303-492-8640 or Fax: 303-735-6443 Email: sfcu@colorado.edu School/Group: Street Address: City: Zip: Mailing Address (if different from above): County: School District: Contact Person(s): email address: email address: School Phone #: Voice Mail/Alt.Phone #'s Fax #: Presentation Requested: Number of Presentations:_______ Date Requested: ____/____/____ Alternate Dates: ____/____/____ ____/____/____ ***Each presentation is 1 hour in length. For most presentations, leave 5-10 minutes between each.*** Start Times for Each Presentation Grade Level(s) Number of Students (max. group size on page 4 of brochure) Additional Comments: Check here if you would like to be added to our mailing list. M ake copies of this page if requesting more than one type of presentation. We will call or email to confirm date/time or to discuss any schedule changes necessary. Thanks! Please cut along dotted line. FO6D HERE Science from CU A Science Discovery Program University of Colorado at Boulder 446 UCB Boulder, Colorado 80309-0446 FO6D HERE Name Address City, State Zip Please Place Stamp Here Please cut along dotted line. 7 Table of Contents Correlations to Standards and Curricula Outreach Programs and Assemblies Animals & Art...................................8 Bat Tales........................................8 The BugMobile ..................................9 Cardiovascular Physiology..........................9 Discovering Dinosaurs............................10 Eye Know! .....................................10 Force and Motion................................11 From Prairies to Peaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Fur, Feathers & Fins..............................12 How Illuminating New! ..........................14 The Key to Classification..........................12 Marine Biology .................................13 Polar Connections ...............................13 Science Fair Workshops...........................19 Weather Works..................................14 Materials Science from CU Programs & Assemblies IN PAR;NERSHIP WI;H ;HE 6IqUID CR>S;A6 MA;ERIA6S RESEARCH CEN;ER, A; ;HE UNIVERSI;> OF CO6ORADO A; BOU6DER Cool & Creative Chemistry.......................15 Electronics Lab.................................16 Exploring the Nanoworld ........................16 For the Love of Polymers.........................16 Light & Lasers.................................17 Light, Polarization & Liquid Crystals...............17 Magnets & Electricity ...........................18 States of Matter ................................18 Educational Kits ................................19-20 Science Explorers .................................21 Physics For Fun! ...................................22 CU Wizards .......................................23 5 - ;he Nature of Science; Building Knowledge 4 - Earth & Space Science 3 - 6ife Sciences 2 - Physical Science 1 - Scientific Investigations " Cardiovascular Physiology " Exploring the Nanoworld " How Illuminating! " Light & Lasers " Light, Polarization & Liquid Crystals " Prairies to Peaks " Science Fair Workshop " Weather Works Colorado model content standards are in the process of being revised and adopted by the CDE Board of Education. Science from CU correlations to standards will be updated in our online brochure upon completion of CDE revision process. " Discovering Dinosaurs " Polar Connections " States of Matter " Weather Works " Animals & Art " Bat Tales " The BugMobile " Cardiovascular Physiology " Discovering Dinosaurs " Eye Know! " Fur, Feathers & Fins " The Key to Classification " Marine Biology " Polar Connections " Prairies to Peaks " Cool & Creative Chemistry " Electronics Lab " Exploring the Nanoworld " For the Love of Polymers " Force and Motion " How Illuminating! " Light & Lasers " Light, Polarization & Liquid Crystals " Magnets & Electricity " States of Matter " Exploring the Nanoworld " Eye Know! " For the Love of Polymers " Force and Motion " How Illuminating! " The Key to Classification " Magnets & Electricity " Science Fair Workshop Colorado Content Science Standard science from CU 2009-2010 Science from CU 8 A$imals & Art Why do animals native to North America look different from animals native to South America? What are reef dwellers, what might some look like, and what are their lives like? In this fast paced program, students are taught how to draw animals using basic shapes and drawing techniques. We will ccapture d animals using pencil and paper. Students will also learn about the diverse environ- ments in which these animals exist and how that influences the way these creatures look. Students will draw approximately 5 pictures. Handouts and support materials are included. When requesting a program please choose a specific region of the world or group of animals from this list: R South American Rainforest Animals R African Animals R Asian Animals R North American Animals R Australian Animals R Polar Animals R Colorado Animals R Marine Mammals R Creatures of the Night R Creatures of the Sea R Sharks and Rays R Ocean Fish R Reef Dwellers R Dinosaurs R Primates R Reptiles and Amphibians R Surprising Animals R Arctic Animals R Desert Animals How do these night-flyers care for their young? How large is a vampire bat? Did you know that some bats eat pollen and others eat fish? During this program students will learn about the world 9s only flying mammals, the bats. Learn about the diversity and natural history of these often misunderstood animals and why bat conservation is important. Museum specimens will give students a close look at several species of bats that live in Colorado. ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3 ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3 Tales Bat Science from CU 9 Get up close and personal with insects, spiders, and other arthropods from around the world. Explore the similarities and differences of these many-legged creatures. Presentations can highlight insect cycles (metamorphosis), adaptations for survival, and the role insects play as pollinators and recyclers. Instructors are trained to cover a wide vari- ety of topics. SPECIAL NOTE: This program is very popular in the spring. We recommend reservations well in advance. In partnership with the Butterfly Pavilion How are insects and spiders alike? Are tarantulas really dangerous? The Bugmobile ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3 The Heart %f the Matter Your Heart Structure and Function - Help your students understand the structure and function of the heart through the use of models, specimens and computer technology. They will learn just what those high and low spikes on an EKG mean and how they can be used to diagnose abnormal heart function. Pump It Up! H%w the Heart Resp%$ds t% E-ercise Meeting Your Energy Needs 3 Students will learn how the heart functions to meet the energy demands of humans and other animals. Using the latest computer technologies, your students will hypothesize and test the heart 9s response to exercise and how it affects heart rate and CO 2 production. Choose one or both of these fascinating workshops for your students! ADAPTED F%&' CA%DI&HEADS CU%%ICULU' ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3, 5 Cardiovascular Physiology Science from CU 10 How and why do other animals see the world differently than we do? How does your eye regulate the amount of light entering it? How similar is a cow 9s eye to a human eye? This fun and fascinating workshop is designed to teach students about animal eye structure and function. Students will engage in a discussion about animal vision and learn about animal adaptation as it relates to vision and eye structure. By dissecting a cow 9s eye, students will locate and identify the optic nerve, lens, cornea, sclera and iris. A cow eye is very similar to the eyes of all mammals including humans, and by dissecting and examining the anatomy of a preserved cow eye, students will learn how their eyes form images of the world around them and send these images to their brains. The blind spot and optical illusions are also explored. ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 3 ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3, 4 Discovering Dinosaurs Eye Know! What can you tell about a dinosaur 9s behavior by examining fossils of its teeth? Just how many teeth did a ;-Rex have? How did Stegosaurus protect itself from Allosaurus? Why did Diplodocus swallow stones? Through hands-on experience with fossils and casts, students will discover the adapta- tions and behaviors of some the Earth 9s famous past residents, the dinosaurs. Students will examine fossils and explore the lives of dinosaurs: how they hunted, ate and defended themselves. Aside from the dinosaur specimens, a sampling of additional fossils will show evidence of some of the other ancient life forms that once existed the earth. In partnership with the University of Colorado 'useum of Natural History Science from CU Newton's Laws will help your students understand force, motion, and the transfer of energy. In this Science from CU program, engaging hands-on activities help demonstrate these important concepts for your students. If your students like sports, rockets and roller coasters, then they'll love Sir Isaac Newton! Force and Motion ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 2 Imagine one day you decide to drive on I-70 from east to west across Colorado. What are you likely to experience in terms of what you see, feel, and hear in the natural world as you make this journey from the prairies to the peaks? Fr%m Prairies t% Peaks Few states in the United States exhibit such dramatic variation in landscape, climate, and species than does Colorado. Maps and models, along with some fun props will introduce students to Colorado 9s unique landscape and dynamic climate. Through a game using Colorado ecosystem posters and species cards students will discover the diversity of species in the state and the interrelation- ships between plants, animals, land, and climate. Museum specimens will enhance the ecosystem game and will be used to demonstrate unique adaptations of some of Colorado 9s wildlife. ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3, 5; Geography: 1, 3 11 Science from CU 12 Fur, Feathers & Fins What is a mammal? Can all birds fly? How are fish able to breathe? ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3 Designed specifically for younger students, this active, hands-on program is a unique introduction to mammals, birds, and fish for pre-school, kin- dergarten, first, and second graders. Through costumes, demonstrations, and hands-on activities with museum specimens, students will learn about the distinguishing features of these special creatures. Students will also have the chance to apply their new skills to determine the habitats and lifestyles of some familiar animals. DE.EL&P'ENT &F THIS P%&1%A' 'ADE P&SSIBLE IN PA%T B2 THE CHE3&NKI F&UNDATI&N &UT%EACH P%&1%A'S. The Key to Classification %I1HT &UTSIDE 2&U% CLASS%&&' What kinds of characteristics do scientists use to classify plants and animals? Can you tell a grizzly bear skull from a mountain lion skull? ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 3 This program is designed to introduce students to taxonomy, the scientific classification of plants and animals. To help make sense of the vast diversity that makes up our world, humans throughout his- tory have given names to the objects around them and imposed a variety of schemes to categorize them. Students will examine the skulls of Colorado mammals such as grizzly bear, mountain lion, coyote, and raccoon and will learn to identify the skulls using a dichotomous key. Students will then construct their own key, creating a classification system for a set of plants. DE.EL&P'ENT AND 'ATE%IALS F&% THIS P%&1%A' 'ADE P&SSIBLE B2 THE 3ILLIA' BE%1E% F&UNDATI&N. Science from CU 13 How does an octopus change colors? How does a sea star see where it is going? During this program students will discover the watery world of jellyfish, sea horses, sharks, and other ocean creatures. They will learn about the characteristics of several groups of marine vertebrates and invertebrates by seeing and touching museum specimens. We will focus on the adaptations, behaviors, and habitats of many marine animals as well as their ecological importance. ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3 Mari$e Bi%l%gy Science from CU Is a polar bear really white? How much snow does Antarctica really get? How many layers of clothing do people need to wear to stay warm? During this program students will learn about the polar regions and how animals and people suit themselves for survival. They will learn about the location and climate of both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. We will focus on adaptations including physical and behavioral changes. We will also discuss how people gear up to live in these harsh areas. Some activities for this program were designed by the National Science Foundation. ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 3, 4 Polar Connections DE.EL&P'ENT &F THIS P%&1%A' IS 'ADE P&SSIBLE B2 THE C&LLAB&%ATI.E EFF&%TS &F SCIENCE F%&' CU AND C&&PE%ATI.E INSTITUTE F&% %ESEA%CH IN EN.I%&N'ENTAL SCIENCE (CI%ES) AT CU B&ULDE%. Science from CU Why do tornadoes form? What is wind shear? ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 4, 5 This program unravels the mysteries of meteorology. Through visual representations and hands-on experiments, fundamental atmospheric conditions that create what we call cweather d will be explored. Students will learn about temperature, air pressure, the water cycle, and clouds. The program concludes with an celectrifying d demonstration of the properties of static electricity, which produces a current much like lightning. THIS P%&1%A' 3AS 'ADE P&SSIBLE IN PA%T B2 THE NATI&NAL CENTE% F&% AT'&SPHE%IC %ESEA%CH, B&ULDE%, C&L&%AD& 3eather 3orks What is light? How is light created? What secrets can light tell us? ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 2, 5 In our newest presentation, we make light! Using demonstrations that make light with mechanical, heat, electrical, and chemical energy, students learn that adding energy to atoms creates light. Students also learn that each type of atom creates specific colors of light. Students will apply this knowledge by determining the composition of a mystery substance by observing the light it emits. How Illuminating! New! 14 Science from CU 15 The Liquid Crystal Materials Research Center (LC MRC), an interdisciplinary research unit of the University of Colorado, is partnering with Science from CU to bring programs, assemblies and kits based on materials science. An LC MRC mission is to enhance science literacy and achievement. Thus we offer innovative and experiential opportunities for science education and fo cus on increasing participation of underrepresented groups in science. The study of materials is not generally recognized as a distinct area of science. However, its multi-disciplinary nature and close connection with everyday life makes materials research an excellent context for bringing physical science concepts into the cla ssroom. Materials, such as metals, alloys, glass, ceramics, fibers, and so on have been used by mankind for millennia, and have, in fac t, shaped entire civilizations. They have been considered of such importance that historians have named periods of civilization (Stone A ge, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age) after the materials that were predominately utilized at that time. Each material has a unique combination of mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties that derive from its molecular organization. The incredible dive rsity of properties available enables demonstrations and experiments that relate scientific concepts in dramatic fashion and provide clear distinctions and concrete realizations of physical science concepts. 6earning Science through the World of Materials 'aterials Science From CU An Introduction into the World of Materials Science ;his program supports Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 2, 3, 5 Energy produced by chemical reactions is used to fuel living sys- tems. This program will show how energy is used in living systems by demonstrating some of the chemical reactions that are important in metabolism and respiration, photosynthesis and bioluminescence. These lively and illuminating demonstrations have been developed by CU 9s Chemistry and Biochemistry Club. What do you think the human body and a car engine have in common? Just how do plants make food from sunlight? What makes fireflies light up? ;his project received funding from the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, Inc. Cool & Creative Chemistry IN PA%TNE%SHIP 3ITH THE CU CHE'IST%2 AND BI&CHE'IST%2 CLUB 16 ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 2 What is a circuit? A 'parallel' circuit? A 'series' circuit? What is a short circuit? What is an 6ED and what does it do? Does it take more energy to make light or sound? In this hands-on lab each student will learn how modern solid-state electronics work by building live circuits with transistors, resistors, and capacitors. The function of these basic electronic components will be revealed as students dim lights with resistors, flash lights with capacitors, turn lights on and off with a transistor and a balloon, and make buzzers buzz with water, light, or a handshake. Funding for the electronic board components provided by Lucent Technologies. Electr%$ics Lab 'ATE%IALS SCIENCE F%&' CU exploring the nanoworld Probing the Unknown IN PA%TNE%SHIP 3ITH THE CU CHE'IST%2 AND BI&CHE'IST%2 CLUB How do scientists know something exists when that thing may be so small it can 9t even be seen with a microscope? How small is a nanometer? In this Materials Science From CU program, students are introduced to the world of nanoscience, the study of objects on the nanoscale - the scale of molecules and atoms. Nano means 10 -9 so a nanometer is one billionth of a meter (or 1/25,000,000th of an inch)! This hands-on class explores the nanoworld and the technology scientists employ to study it. Students use probes modeled after the use of AFM, Atomic Force Microscopy, in order to characterize an unseen world. They will even be able to cmeasure d the thickness of a bubble! ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 2, 5 What are polymers? How are polymers used and reused in our everyday lives? What do those numbers on the bottom of our plastic containers mean? In this program students will explore polymers through a set of demonstrations and hands-on activities. They will learn what types of materials are polymers and how these materials impact their everyday lives. Students will make a polymer and explore some tests used in recycling plastics. ;his project received funding from the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, Inc. ;his program supports Colorado Model content Standards for Science: 1, 2 The Make-ups & Break-ups For the Love of Polymers ;his project received funding from the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation, Inc. Science from CU 17 ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 2, 5 Minimum 2 presentations per visit. This assembly program investigates the phenomenon of light and demonstrates some laser applications such as telecommunications, fiber optics, and holograms. Various types of light, as well as the components of light, will be investigated. Students learn what a laser is and how it works. They will see a demonstration of how a laser makes fiber optics possible and learn about the importance of this technology in today 9s society. Light & Lasers How can we "take light apart" to see what is inside, and how can we put it back together? How is light like a wave and what are its properties? What can we do with laser light that we cannot do with other kinds of light? How do you make a laser light show? In this program the science of light, polarization, and liquid crystals is illustrated. Wave properties of light, molecular organization of matter, and color concepts combine to reveal the secrets of liquid crystal devices. Through interactive dem- onstrations and high tech visual displays, students learn how common liquid crystal devices such as the displays in calculators, digital clocks, and lap- top computers function. Light, P%larizati%$ & Liquid Crystals! How do polarized sunglasses work? What 9s the difference between light color and pigment color? How can a crystal be a liJuid? ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 2, 5 'ATE%IALS SCIENCE F%&' CU Hands-On! 6ight and 6asers Workshop Our new Light and Laser classroom workshop is designed to allow students hands-on experience with light and how we perceive it. Demonstrations include total internal reflection to explain fiber optics as used in communications and laser pattern generation to understand how persistence of vision (the principle behind motion pictures) works. More than half the workshop consists of hands-on activities such as reflection and diffraction experiments, color perception, and optical illusions. Single presentation may be scheduled Science from CU This program interactively walks the participants through the four states of matter. Students will learn to distinguish the physical properties of solids, liquids, gases, and plasma. They will learn about atoms, the smallest particle an element can be broken into. Through special funding, we are excited to bring to your classroom a custom designed device that can produce plasma and demonstrate the physical properties of this fourth state of matter. Just how many phases of matter can be identified? Can they be found on earth? How much observable matter in the universe is composed of plasma? SUPP&%T F&% THIS P%&1%A' 3AS 'ADE P&SSIBLE F%&' THE SPACE SCIENCE INSTITUTE, C&L&%AD& SPACE INSTITUTE AND L&CKHEED 'A%TIN AST%&NAUTICS. States of Matter States of Matter ;his program supports the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 2, 5 18 'ATE%IALS SCIENCE F%&' CU ;his program supports Colorado Model Content Standards Science: 1, 2 Almost everyone has played with magnets and felt the power of their force. Although you cannot see magnetic fields, you can see their effects. Are magnetic fields limited to magnets? In this program, students will investigate through several hands- on activities how magnetic fields are related to electric currents. Students will construct devices using magnetic fields to produce electricity and use electricity to produce magnetic fields. Magnets and Electricity Science from CU www.colorado.edu/cu4k12 University of Colorado at Boulder 9s outreach and in-ser- vice program guide for Colorado 9s teachers. For general Juestions about this web site and/or campus outreach programs contact: CU-Boulder Office of Community Relations Erin Frazier cu4k12@colorado.edu Campus Box 584 Boulder, CO 80309-0584 303-492-7084, fax 303-492-0664 For information about teacher educa- tion and certification programs contact: School of Education edadvise@colorado.edu Campus Box 249 Boulder, CO 80309-0249 303-492-6555, fax 303-492-5839 www.colorado.edu/education Check out CU 9s other outreach programs at: Scie$ce Fair W%rksh%ps How do students come up with ideas for projects? What makes a science project successful? ;hese programs support the Colorado Model Content Standards for Science: 1, 5 W%rksh%p 1 This workshop raises student interest in creating experiments for science fairs and in-class discovery. This program illustrates the scientific method through a variety of high-interest, interactive demonstrations and experiments in biology, chemistry, and physical science. Examples of current scientific research will be used to demonstrate how scientists use the scientific method and how students can experience discovery through their own science fair projects. W%rksh%p 2 For the schools who have participated in Science Fair Workshop 1, this workshop will introduce a whole new series of experiments and hands-on activities to your students. The Scientific Method will be emphasized in conjunction with student safety in experimentation. Ideas for Science Fair projects will be investigated and demonstrated. 19 Additional Media, Educational Kits and Critter Crates CHECK &UT THE C&L&%AD& DI.ISI&N &F 3ILDLIFE: http://wildlife.state.co.us/Education/;eacherResources/ResourceCatalogs/ Science from CU 20 Science from CU For an exciting day of hands-on workshops, new curriculum and fun, bring a team of five students to a Science Explorers program near you! Each workshop accommodates 21 teachers and 105 students in grades five through eight. Teachers and students work side-by-side providing teachers with the opportunity to observe how students respond to the activities. Students are provided with the opportunity to develop their own knowledge and leadership skills. Each year a new theme is chosen and three workshops are developed; the science theme is integrated with math, literacy, history and geography. The content and activities support Colorado Content Standards. Science Explorers attendees receive materials and curriculum, complete with assessments, to take back to their schools. Teachers enthusiastically return to Science Explorers year after year to further enhance their science curriculum. SCIEnCE ExPLoRE Statewide Professional Development for ;eams Consisting of a ;eacher and Five Students Alamosa Bayfield Boulder Brighton Co. Springs Craig Denver Fort Collins Front Range Lamar Longmont Loveland Mapleton Montrose Pueblo Springfield Steamboast Springs Sterling For more information about Science Explorers contact: Kristi Dahl (303) 492-0771 Kristi.Dahl@colorado.edu Visit us on the web: http://www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/teachers/sciex.html Or visit us in person! Science Discovery " 3400 Marine Street " 446 UCB " University of Colorado Boulder, CO 80309-0446 Science Explorers programs are held at urban and rural sites throughout Colorado and include teams from schools in the host community as well as in surrounding districts. Ideas and opportunities for new locations are always welcome. Please call for details! 21 The following communities have participated in Science Explorers: RS The 2009-2010 Science Explorers topic is: (Em)powering the Future II: Kids Exploring Renewable and Sustainable Energy Each workshop consists of 3 one hour sessions: Wind , Energy Conservation and Efficiency , and Heat Energy , along with curriculum materials and many hands-on activities! Science from CU 22 Physics for Fun! This EMMY award-winning program is designed for grades 4-8 but can be adapted for older and younger students. Physics for Fun units can be used in science kits, to complement another science curriculum, or as self-contained teaching units. The goals of the program are to provide students with a solid foundation in physical science and to foster students 9 lifelong interest in science. Provide yourself with a state of the art physics lab without leaving your classroom! Physics for Fun was developed by Science Discovery, faculty from Physics, Electrical Engineering, and the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES), and University Communications, in partnership with KCNC (Channel 4 News). The video segments w ere originally aired on Channel 4 news. Teachers from Boulder Valley Schools piloted the program in their classrooms. 1. The Convection Connection: Thermal Dynamics 3 Density, Heat, Air Pressure, Buoyancy, Convection, Convection in the Atmosphere, Convection in the Oceans, Convection in the Sun and Earth 9s Mantle. The Convection Connection received second place in the "Best Children's Program" category of the Colorado Broadcasters Association 2000 Television Awards. Features Dr. Michael Dubson, Physics, Dr. Alexandra Weaver, CIRES and Larry Green, KCNC. 2. Electricity 3 Charge, Static, atoms, Lightning, Electrical Circuits, Conductors and Insulators, electrical Energy, Using Electricity, Energy Conservation/Electromagnetism, and Electricity Quiz Game/ Superconductor. Features Dr. John Taylor, Physics and Larry Green, KCNC. 3. Force and Motion 3 Inertia, Friction, Gravity, Action and Reaction, Rocket propulsion, Force and Time, Momentum, Air Pressure, Bernoulli 9s Principle, Disturbing Forces. Features Dr. John Taylor, Physics and Larry Green, KCNC. 4. Light 3 Reflection/What is Light?, Mirrors, Periscopes/Curved Surfaces, Refraction, Lenses, Light is Energy/Speed of Light, Dispersion and Scattering, Color, Pinhole Camera/Holograms, Fiber Optics/Total Internal Reflection. Features Dr. Kristina Johnson, Electrical Engineering and Larry Green, KCNC. 5. Sound 3 Vibrations, Hearing, Medium, Sound Travel, Speed of Sound, Stringed Instruments, Ear harps/Pitch, Sound Words/The Doppler Shift, Wind Instruments, Grand Finale/Sound Sensations. Features Dr. John Taylor, Physics and Larry Green, KCNC. Cost: Set of 5 DVDs and activity guides for $80. Individual DVDs and activity guides are $20 each. (Prices include shipping) A non-refundable deposit of $5 for single DVDs or $10 for multiple DVDs is required. To Order: Call the Science from CU office 303-492-8640 or email: sfcu@colorado.edu CU%%ICULU' & D.DS See your students engrossed as they watch University of Colorado physics and engi- neering professors provide dramatic demonstrations! Even without a science background, you can captivate your students when you use Physics for Fun 9s easy to teach lessons! Units included are: Each Physics For Fun unit includes: An Activity Guide 4 Each guide presents ten topics with easy to follow lessons and high-interest activities using inexpensive and readily available materials. There is a criterion-referenced test for each unit. A DVD 4 University of Colorado professors with Channel 4 9s Larry Green are featured in three-minute segments showing real life laboratory demonstrations that further develop concepts addressed in the 10 lessons of the Activity Guide. Limited .HS available Science from CU 23 CU Wizards on DVD Cost : Set of 11 DVDs and curriculum guides for $170. Individual DVDs and curriculum guides $20 each. (Prices include shipping) A non-refundable deposit of $5 for single DVDs or $10 for multiple DVDs is required. To Order: Call the Science from CU office 303-492-8640 or email sfcu@colorado.edu The 33rd annual CU Wizards program is an informal introduction to astronomy, chemistry and physics intended primarily for students in grades 5 through 9. Each program lasts about an hour and will include several lively demonstration and experiments. The 2009-2010 programs will be held on the University of Colorado Boulder Campus beginning at 9:30 am. See below for specific building and room. There is Free Parking Only in lots 169, 308, 396, and 436. There is also parking available for a nominal fee in the Euclid parking structure. HOW ;HINGS MOVE - Professor John Taylor addresses the physics of forces and motion with demonstrations on gravity, accel- eration, and collisions. CHEMIS;R>: POW! POW! - Professor Casey Hynes intro- duces the world of chemistry with demonstrations on color changes, chemical reactions and explosions. C6OCKS & ;IME - Professor Paul Beale teaches about clocks and time with the use of pendulums, heartbeats, tuning forks, and resonance phenomena. CHEMIS;R> OF COOKING - Professor David Nesbitt illustrates how heat, temperature and pressure influence the cooking of basic food groups. See the science behind whipping egg whites, rising bread and making ice cream. GO WI;H ;HE F6OW # Toothpaste, ketchup and water are just some of the fluids that are analyzed during the CU Wizards show "Go with the Flow d. CU Professors Janet deGrazia and Brian Argrow demonstrate the properties of fluids and reveal some amazing things that can be done with ordinary liquids. CHEMIS;R> OF 6IFE - Professor Tom Cech, Nobel Laureate, brings you the world of biochemistry with demonstrations of chemi- cal reactions, catalysis and shapes of biomolecules. 6IqUID CR>S;A6S - Professors Dave Walba, Noel Clark and Joe Maclennon demonstrate how wave properties of light, molecular organization of matter, and color concepts combine to reveal the secrets of liquid crystals devices. PH>SICS OF SPOR;S - Professor Jim Faller addresses the physics of sports by answering questions such as why hockey sticks are curved, the importance of arch in making a basketball shot, and the role of hand-shape in freestyle swimming. 6ASERS & 6IGH; - Professors Margaret Murnane and Henry Kapteyn demonstrate how lasers can be used to transmit information and how water and optical fibers can be used to guide laser light. They also illustrate the use of strobe lights, laser cutting, and other fun and interesting experiments. CHEMIS;R> OF 6IGH; - Professor Kathy Rowlen opens the fascinating world of the physics of chemistry and light by explaining how fireflies glow, why fireworks are such brilliant colors, and why crushing lifesavers in your mouth can generate green flashes. SPEED!!! - Professor Eric Cornell explores the speed of objects, light and sound with engaging demonstrations, which include mea- suring both the speed of a thrown baseball and the speed of sound through a 500-foot-long plastic tube. Also, watch carefully to see some of the world's slowest animals! CU 3IZA%DS &N D.D HAS BEEN 'ADE P&SSIBLE B2 A 1%ANT F%&' THE &UT%EACH C&UNCIL, UNI.E%SIT2 &F C&L&%AD& AT B&ULDE%. Each unique DVD, narrated by a CU professorial Wizard, focuses on an area of scientific interest. Key concepts are highlighted by audience participation and dramatic demonstrations. Use them in your classroom to spark interest, illustrate an important concept, provide a scientist rol e model, or introduce a unit of study. Topics Include: Limited .HS available Science from CU C U W i z a r d s C U W i z a r d s DateProgramPresenter(s)Location Sept 26The Physics of SportsProfessors Debbie Jin & John BohnDuane Physics G1B30 Oct 24How Math Can Save You LifeProfessor Susan FrontczakCristol Chemistry 142 Nov 14H2O!!!Professor Casey HinesCristol Chemistry 140 Dec 19 Bangs and Whispers: Physics of Sound and Music Professor Steve PollockDuane Physics G1B30 Jan 16Chemistry to Heal the BodyProfessor Kristi AnsethCristol Chemistry 140 Feb 13Light, Polarization, and Liquid CrystalsProfessors David Walba & Noel ClarkDuane Physics G1B30 Mar 13At the End of the RainbowProfessors Henry Kapteyn & Margaret MurnaneDuane Physics G1B30 Apr 17Sink or SwimProfessor Mathias WeberCristol Chemistry 140 May 15Biochemistry for KidsProfessors Deborah Wuttke & Dylan J. TaatjesCristol Chemistry 142 June 12Black HolesProfessor Andrew HamiltonFiske Planetarium Please check website http://www.colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/cuwizards or http://www.colorado.edu/physics/Web/wizards/cuwizards.html for scheduling updates CU 3IZA%DS SCHEDULE 2009-2010 SCIENCE FROM CU University of Colorado at Boulder 446 UCB Boulder, Colorado 80309-0446 Tel: 303-492-8640 Fax: 303-735-6443 University of Colorado PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Please pass this on to others who may be interested. wishes to thank all of our present and past supporters and collaborators NONIPROFIT ORGANIJATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOULDER, CO PERMIT NO. 156 12931145 Colorado Commission for Higher Education CU Chemistry and Biochemistry Club CU Department of Chemical Engineering CU Museum of Natural History CU Office of Community Relations CU Outreach Committee CU Wizards Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) Dreyfus Foundation Extreme Ultra-Violet Engineering Research Center (EUV-ERC) Ball Aerospace and Technologies Corp. Liquid Crystal Materials Research Center (LC MRC) Fiske Planetarium Howard Hughes Biological Initiative SOlar Radiation Climate Experiment (SORCE) The Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Center Chewonki Foundation Colorado Bat Society Colorado Division of Wildlife Colorado Reptile Rescue Colorado Space Education Initiative Community Resources, Inc. Denver Museum of Nature and Science KCNC News 4 Lockheed Martin Lucent Technologies Space Science Institute National Science Foundation United States Fish and Wildlife Service William Berger Foundation Science Discovery is a program of CU Boulder's School of Education science from CU

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