This volume provides 26 fun and meaningful integrated labs that cultivate an interest in the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The labs challenge students to apply scientific inquiry, content knowledge, and technological design to solve real-world problems. Introductory materials explain STEM education concepts and provide teachers with materials for instruction and assessment. Topics covered include the structure of life, human body systems, reproduction and heredity, and ecosystems. Key components of each lab: creativity, teamwork, communication, critical thinking. Correlated to current state, national, and provincial standards.

"Integrated lab activities"--Cover

Introduction to STEM education -- Teacher resources -- STEM Labs -- Structure of life. Walk-through cells ; Mitosis model ; Osmosis -- Human body systems. The human skeletal system ; Biceps and triceps ; Circulatory system ; How the lungs and diaphragm work ; The human digestive system ; The brain; The human eye ; Our skin -- Reproduction and heredity. What makes you sick? ; Meiosis ; DNA extraction ; Edible DNA ; Chromosome model ; The anatomy of a flower ; Cross-pollination of petunia plants -- Ecosystems. Compost chamber ; A human shelter ; Hummingbird feeder ; Environmentally friendly soda can carrier ; Ant village ; Freshwater ecosystem ; Pollinator ecosystem ; Hydroponic window farm.