Microscopic Explorations
This fun program introduces elementary students to magnifying glasses and microscopes in order to analyze materials and make different observations of living microorganisms. Microscopes can help students see the world around them in a new way, from different kinds of sand grains to the eyes of a fly. Students also get an introduction to concepts like observing patterns, biomimicry, chemical testing, and identifying aquatic macroinvertebrates.
Seeing the (Micro) World
All Microscopic Explorations begin with a lesson on identifying the individual components of a microscope and understanding how the instrument works. Being able to use a microscope is a key science skill. Scientists and engineers use them to see inside human cells and map out the structures of matter, genes and proteins, building an understanding of microscopic processes that leads to new medicines, new tools and new materials.
