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Regional Availability of Online Casino Apps: A Global Overview

As the online gambling industry continues to expand rapidly, understanding regional availability of casino apps is essential for players and operators alike. Different countries impose varying laws and technological constraints that influence which casino applications...

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The Science Behind Fish Recovery After Catch and Release

1. Introduction to the Science of Catch and Release Catch and release fishing is far more than a tradition—it is a science-driven practice rooted in understanding fish physiology, behavior, and survival. At its core, C&R hinges on minimizing harm during capture...

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How Energy and Temperature Shape Complex Patterns

1. Introduction: The Interplay of Energy, Temperature, and Complex Patterns The natural world is rich with intricate patterns, from the mesmerizing spirals of galaxies to the delicate structures of snowflakes. At the core of these phenomena lie fundamental physical...

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Space Chickens have Landed at Barnwell Primary School!

Space Chickens have Landed at Barnwell Primary School!

Space chickens have landed at Barnwell Primary! Barnwell Primary School’s Space Chicken Program is a shining example of what a school chicken coop and garden can look like under exemplary and creative leadership. This story outlines Emily Coble’s journey to creating a thriving space-themed chicken program at her school in South Carolina. We discuss steps she took to gain school board approval and funding (both through grants and community support), what the building process looked like, and how she continues to engage students and the surrounding community in this unique educational experience.

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Benefits of Using Signs in Your School Garden

Benefits of Using Signs in Your School Garden

Just as posters in a classroom promote learning through reinforcing important concepts, colorful, attention-grabbing signs in the garden can enhance student understanding of garden-related subjects. Use these examples as inspiration for your own school garden!

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Garden Science: Rain Gauge Experiment

Garden Science: Rain Gauge Experiment

Step outside the classroom to discover the power of rain gauges! This easy environmental science experiment applies measuring skills to create a rain gauge using materials commonly found at home.

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Bouncing Egg Experiment

Bouncing Egg Experiment

Engage students with an exciting chemistry lesson that connects class chickens with laboratory science. Egg membranes can be difficult to see, even when viewing a chicken egg raw vs. hardboiled. This experiment use common household items to magically disintegrate the hard, calcium carbonate eggshell to reveal an elastic membrane of an egg.

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What to Look for When Purchasing Healthy Chickens

What to Look for When Purchasing Healthy Chickens

Not all stores let you pick out your own chicks, but if you are lucky enough to be in a position to pick out what chicks/adult chickens you want to buy, these are things you want to look for to make sure you are purchasing a healthy chicken.

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Make a DIY Solitary Bee House

Make a DIY Solitary Bee House

How to Make a DIY Solitary Bee HouseMarch 1, 2024 | Molly SuttonLet's help pollinators by making bee houses! According to the USDA, “Some scientists estimate that one out of every three bites of food we eat exists because of animal pollinators like bees, butterflies...

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A true farm to school model at Mountainside Montessori

A true farm to school model at Mountainside Montessori

Despite challenges with predators, Mountainside Montessori has seamlessly integrated animal husbandry into their existing curriculum. Students are being prepared for today’s workforce through a true farm to table experience—at their school! Although the program is run by the Adolescent class, the entire school reaps benefits from the chickens. “With chicken on campus, all our classrooms and age groups get to interact with the chickens.  When the hogs have gone to processing, the chickens receive daily food scraps from all the classrooms’ compost buckets. Every classroom spends time outside each day and the younger classes, in particular, include a visit to the chickens on their daily walks.”

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2023 Projects at Chickens.org

2023 Projects at Chickens.org

Read about current projects happening at Chickens.org including school and community Coops & Gardens Programs, nursing home visits and more!

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Sustainable Seed Starters

Sustainable Seed Starters

Sustainable Seed StartersLast frost dates are just around the corner, which means it is time to start seeds!  Are you looking for a more sustainable alternative to plastic seed trays this year? Try these options instead!Eggshells Eggshells create a durable seed cup...

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