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Natural Resource Discovery Tool Chests are currently located in ten counties.
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 Soil Profile Tubes
Use to show how sediments settle out when mixed with water to make your own demonstrations of topsoil, subsoil and parent material stratification. This simple kit includes two long, clear plastic tubes measuring 6” x 3/4”, plastic caps and teacher's guide. |
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 Animal Track Rubbing Plates
Rubbing plates are an excellent tool for learning about animal tracks. This set features sixteen 4 × 5 1/4" plates of animal tracks, including deer, weasel, beaver, bobcat, rabbit, opossum, otter, mountain lion, squirrel, skunk, raccoon, duck, turkey, timber wolf, dog and cat. |
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 Crop Identification Kit
Superb, hands-on study kit features 10 important crops, including wheat, corn, rice, cotton, oats, soybeans, barley, alfalfa and more. Includes samples of the crop plants, each individually carded, labeled and bagged, along with 10 samples of products from each of the featured crop plants. Teacher's guide is included, offering numerous activities. Grades 1-12. |
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 Geology Field Trip in a Bag
Introduce your students to rocks, minerals and fossils through a hands-on classification activity. The excitement of the field trip experience is created as they sort and classify the various specimens in the kit. Also includes a 4-page teacher's guide and 11 student worksheets with keys for use by the students in the identification and classification of each specimen. Kit contains five hand magnifiers, two bags of rough mineral samples and 20 plastic sorting trays. |
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 Water Monitoring Kit
No other test kit on the market compares to this low-cost, portable, easy-to-use water testing kit. Students will have fun analyzing sample water for eight different test factors. Comes complete with all the necessary apparatus, nonhazardous TesTabs®, diagrammed, step-by-step instructions and color chart. Use this kit to explore the water quality of nearby natural aquatic systems. Contains everything you need to test for phosphate, temperature, turbidity, coliform bacteria, pH, dissolved oxygen, biochemical oxygen demand and nitrate. Can be used to test fresh, brackish or saline aquatic environments. Grade 4 and up. |
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 Topsoil Tour
Designed for middle school students, this exemplary curriculum helps students examine, discover and compare the physical and chemical properties of soil. Divided into seven units, each includes a complete set of lecture materials, illustrated handouts, teacher's tips, test procedures, data sheets and games to reinforce key concepts. Covers all key soil tests, including texture, pH, nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Uses reagent tablets, individually sealed in foil strips. Enough tablets and sample test bags for a class of 40 students. |
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 Nature Printing Kit
A unique printing experience! Learn how to print all types of leaves, flowers, fruits and herbs with these special methods and inks. A great teaching tool for all members of the family. Kit contains: ten 8-1/2" x 11" Nature Printing Paper sheets, 10 practice sheets, five 1-oz. ink colors,six foam dabbers, reusable palette, envelope template, tweezers and a comprehensive instruction booklet. |
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 Soil Texture Test Kit
Most books on gardening or soil science discuss plant needs in terms of sand, silt and clay content. Now there is a way that you can determine what kind of soil you have or prepare special soil mixes for plant experiments that require various soil types. This kit separates soil samples into sand, silt and clay fractions using dispersing and flocculating reagents in calibrated conical tubes. Kit includes all necessary reagents, clear plastic test tube holder and a booklet containing complete instructions. Approximately 40 tests. |
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 Watershed Tour
Easy to use classroom-based curriculum consisting of equipment, activities and discussions centered around watershed issues. Tour focuses on mapping, location description, habitat identification, water chemistry, biology (including food chain relationships), data analysis and formulation of conclusions. Chemical test tabs include 20 dissolved oxygen tabs and 10 each pH, Chloride, Nitrate, Nutritab and Buffer tabs. Students study four sites along a virtual river, from headwaters to the mouth, learning how humans affect water quality. |
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 Pondwater Tour
Hands-on science curriculum and water quality test kit for grades 4 through 8. Clearly written curriculum guide helps students learn the importance and measurement of changes in four important water quality parameters: dissolved oxygen, nitrate, pH and ammonia. Test lakes, streams, ponds or aquariums. Kit contains all necessary lecture materials and handouts, practical teacher tips, clearly written test procedures and all necessary reagents and data sheets. Also suggests games that reinforce key concepts. Tablets and sample test bags for a class of 40. |
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 How a Tree Grows
In this kit, students look at how a seed grows, how leaves play an important part in food manufacturing, how a tree grows at different points (roots, stems, and bark) and how to measure tree growth. Twenty-one real tree parts and cross sections are used to teach students about chlorophyll, photosynthesis, transpiration and the distribution network for a tree's food, minerals and water. Kit contains: three seeds, three roots, three woody twigs, three herbaceous stems, three bark samples, three cross-section samples, three leaf samples, three magnifying glasses and a teacher's guide with eight hands-on activities. Grades 4-12. |
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 NPK Soil Test Kit
Safe, easy, and economical kit contains all the supplies needed to perform fifty tests each for soil nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. Includes the necessary apparatus, diagrammed instructions, laminated color chart and test tablets. Specifically designed to meet the exacting requirements of the GLOBE program, this kit is ideal for teaching upper elementary, middle and high school students about soil nutrients and their relationship to plant growth and development. |
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 Forestry Suppliers' Tree Study Field Kit™
Gain a new appreciation for forests and trees! Kit includes an illustrated manual to determine species, a tangent height gauge and measuring tape to figure heights, and a diameter tape. Study annual growth rings by extracting a core sample with a professional model increment borer. Students can also determine the volume of wood in a tree by using the tree scale stick. Also includes biodegradable roll flagging and stake wire flags to delineate research areas. Carrying case box included. Dimensions: 7" x 10.5" x 32". Lesson plans included. |
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Soil Formation Study Kit
Included in this unique kit are rocks and minerals that break down to become major components of soil, along with samples of actual soils. Includes 15 different coded samples for demonstrating different textures, stages of decomposition and component parts. Students can go out and collect their own different soil samples and form hypotheses about the soils' origin. |
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 Aquascope
This 26" long scope was designed to study underwater pond life. Made of durable, unbreakable plastic with nonbreakable mirrors. Aqua Scope is completely waterproof and can also be used as a periscope out of the water. The scope comes with a 2" diameter circle that magnifies 3× for better viewing. |
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 Student Insect (Butterfly) Net
Our most reasonable insect net, perfect for budding young entomologists. This butterfly net features a 28” deep white nylon net bag permanently affixed to a 12” metal ring. Sturdy 20” x 1” thick sanded wooden handle allows for a firm grip. |
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 Clear Lucite Magnifying Box
Study insects, fungi, flowers - anything! We offer both small and large observation chambers. Smaller ones offer higher magnification (4x) but larger ones (3x) offer more flexibility for observing specimens when out in the field. Significant savings on bulk quantities. The original bug box. Large (1-1/2" square). |
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 High Power Hand-held Magnifier
Quality magnifiers like this are a pleasure to work with. New design utilizes an aspheric 2” acrylic lens that greatly reduces image distortion. This powerful new 5x magnifier is coated with anti-scratch, antiglare compound and firmly encased in a tough, lightweight 5” black handle. |
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 Pocket Thermometer
Useful instrument for field and laboratory use. Features fully protected 1" diameter stainless steel head, 5" long stainless steel stem (0.14" diameter), bimetal coil movement with magnifying Lexan lens and 2-degree increments. Easy to read and recalibrate. Comes with red protective sheath plus handy pocket clip. Fahrenheit (0 to 220 degrees). |
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 Moisture Meter
Precise, high quality meter accurately measures relative moisture content incrementally from 1 (dry) to 10 (saturated) at root level in just 60 seconds. Use to determine when plants are nearing their water stress point (and develop scales of drought tolerance using different plants). Also practical for avoiding over or under-watering of house or garden plants. Measure and graph moisture fluctuations with different compost mixtures to optimize composting. No batteries are needed. Includes comprehensive instructions. |
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 Soil Collection Tube
Sturdy 12" galvanized steel sampler with a 1" core diameter, saw-toothed tip. Features cutaway side for visual examination of the core. Quick, clean way to collect soil samples from different locations to test for variations in nutrients, texture or pH. |
 Spring Scales
These spring scales consist of metal case, pointer, spring, suspension ring and load hook. One edge calibrated in N (Newton) the other in g (gram), with zero adjustment. Used for measuring forces and weighing. |
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 Population Density & Biomass Study - Vegetation Hoops & Squares
Uniform population density field experimentation can now be done economically and accurately using thetwo 20-m calibrated transect lines and quadrat that complete this classic sampling device. The quadrat can be easily assembled into one square that is 1 m on each side, or 2 squares that are each 0.5 m on each side. This versatile tool has an almost limitless application in all field studies. Provides students an opportunity to participate in ecological, hands-on investigations. Quadrant sampling methods and scientific observation form the basis of this broadly based kit. Critical ecological concepts such as energy transfer, the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics and productivity are coupled to population studies and biomass calculations. Identify community interaction among organisms within a natural setting. Introduce students to real-world field sampling techniques utilizing simple, easy-to-use hardware. |
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 Two-Way Magnifying Viewer
Sturdy construction with side handles and observation chamber that opens from above. Crystal clear 4x magnification lenses on top section enables you to view specimens from above while the lower 4x lens lets you view specimens from the underside. The viewing chamber has a one-centimeter lip that retains water for viewing aquatic insects, tadpoles, daphnia, brine shrimp, etc. Since this instrument uses natural light, you can take it anywhere - perfect for field or classroom use. |
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STANDARD MESH AQUATIC DIP NET
Perfect aquarium nets for collecting small fish, tadpoles and insect larvae. Rigid wire handle coated with vinyl to prevent rusting.
STUDENT 4X MAGNIFIER
Optical grade stacking type magnifier (stack to increase mag.) with 1" diameter thermoplastic lens. Small hole in handle to attach string. Perfect tool for student journals.
ALUMINUM RULER – 12”
Featherweight, yet strong as steel, this rule is durable and easy to use. Large, easy-to-read numbers and calibrations give maximum legibility.
ALUMINUM RULE - 36"
Featherweight, yet strong as steel, this rule is durable and easy to use. Large, easy-to-read numbers and calibrations give maximum legibility. |
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 Going Wild! (CD)
The Banana Slug String Band. New release sponsored by the Teton Science School. Explores the flora, fauna, geology, and other phenomena of the greater Yellowstone region. Songs about beaver, bison, wolves, grizzlies, wapiti, moose, fire, wildlife and water will be enjoyed by children, regardless of where they live. Winner, Best Children's Recording of 2000 Indie award. |
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 Keeping a Nature Journal... Discovering a Whole New Way of Seeing the World Around You - Leslie, Roth
Compels one to slow down, take time to observe, reflect and once again connect to the living mosaic that is our basic environment. For teachers, there is no better way to instill in students a love of writing, and a subsequent natural desire to improve their skills. In any season, any weather and any place, nature journaling encourages children to harness their creative energies into organized thoughts, integrating science with language arts, math, social studies, art and drama. Journals become a catalyst for developing keen observation skills that can last for a lifetime. |
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 Sedimentator Tube: The Sedimentator™
Provides students with dramatic simulation of natural processes such as river erosion, depositing and layering of sediments, rock formation and the embedding of organic materials to form fossils. Two sediment tubes, plus teacher and student information with activities, are included. Can be used in conjunction with a stream table. |
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 Trees: North American Trees Identified by Leaf, Bark & Seed (Fandex Guide) Superb guide to 47 North America trees. Each 2-1/2” x 10” card features a color photograph of the bark and a realistic cutout of the leaf. Perfect for identification of trees in the fall when all you have are leaves, bark and/or seeds to rely on. Fun new method for botanical identification in the field or classroom. |
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 Nature Press
This 7" x 9" press is ideal for field trips and hiking. Its sturdy Velcro® straps provide even and steady pressure to quickly dry and preserve wildflowers and nature specimens. Detailed instruction book included. |
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 Soil Classes
The separates alone are only the beginning of soil textural study, since they are not found pure in nature but are always mixed. It is the natural mixture found in the field and known as soil classes - sands, loams, and clays - that are important. In glass jars on block base. Set of 8 includes soils classes of sand, sandy loam, clay loam, peat, loam, silt loam, clay and muck. |
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 Nature Print® Paper (Package of 30 sheets)
Nature Print® Paper undergoes a chemical change when exposed to sunlight. Images appear in minutes. You can produce beautiful prints from natural or man-made objects. Just select the items you wish to print. Arrange them on the paper and expose to sunlight for two to three minutes. Soak in water for a minute, and then dry. The images you created will sharpen during drying. Sheet size 5-1/2" x 7-1/2". |
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 Rocks & Minerals of the Western U.S. (Collection)
Special mounted collection consisting of 50 rock and mineral specimens that reflect those found in the Western United States. Specimens measure approximately 3/4” across. Includes rocks and minerals study guide. Perfect starter set for grades 5-12. Note: for a complete listing of all specimens included in this collection, please click on "Frequently Asked Questions" line located near the bottom of every web page. |
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 Natural Resources - Who Has Them, Who Doesn't
Find out which states and provinces produce which resources. No one is truly self-sufficient when it comes to having all the natural resources we use in every day living. However, some regions of North America are truly blessed when it comes to having the right kind of geography, geology and human ingenuity to provide the natural resources we all use. |
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The Water Cycle - Nature's Recycling System (Poster)
This colored poster illustrates the water cycle. Provided on the back of the poster are descriptions of water as a natural resource, the water cycle, water conservation and facts about water. Included also are hands-on activities about water evaporation, percolation, uses, water cycle, snow density and how to conserve water. Objective, materials needed, procedures, and questions for discussion are provided for each activity.
Indicators of Water Quality in North American Streams (Poster)
A great way to teach students the indicators of water quality, this poster features drawings of invertebrates commonly found in the streams, lakes, pond and other freshwater environments of North America. |
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Rubber Animal Tracks
The Tool Chest features the following mammal track replicas: |
Elk |
Jack Rabbit |
Goose |
Beaver |
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Quail |
Duck (Wood) |
Domestic Calf |
Turkey |
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Frog |
Mink |
Weasel |
Porcupine |
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Striped Skunk |
Opossum |
Red Fox |
Raccoon |
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Woodchuck |
Black Bear |
Coyote |
Mule Deer |
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Pronghorn Antelope |
Moose |
Domestic Sheep |
Muskrat |
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