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The Michigan Learning Channel provides supplemental Science support for K-12 students that are aligned with Michigan educational standards.

The Cost of Drinking Water
Lesson 2205
The Cost of Drinking Water
Science6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Based on an independent project by the Great Lakes News Collaborative to better understand the real cost of water, this lesson will explore the costs associate…
Rain Shadow – Death Valley and Sequoia
Rain Shadow – Death Valley and Sequoia
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Death Valley is on the driest places in North America - but only about a 100 miles from a forest of Giant Sequoia trees. How can these two completely different…
Meet a Scientist – Dr. Vernon Morris
Meet a Scientist – Dr. Vernon Morris
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Dr. Vernon Morris talks about his work learning about our atmosphere and why increasing access to STEM careers is his passion.
Tall Things Considered – Sequoia National Park
Tall Things Considered – Sequoia National Park
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Ranger Michael Raymonds explains why giant sequoias get so giant and how they've adapted to the Sierra Mountains.
Meet a Scientist – Caprice Phillips
Meet a Scientist – Caprice Phillips
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Caprice Phillips shares how trips to her grandparent's home in rural Arkansas with her first telescope inspired her to search for planets outside our solar sys…
Desert Adaptations: Saguaro National Park
Desert Adaptations: Saguaro National Park
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Saguaro National Park receives about 10 inches of rain a year, but has some of the highest biodiversity in North American. Learn how plants and animals are ada…
Meet a Scientist – Cam Juarez
Meet a Scientist – Cam Juarez
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Ranger Cam Juarez shares how environmental justice can hit close to home and the work he does to educate the public and engage his community.
Ah! Gila Monsters!
Ah! Gila Monsters!
Science5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th - 12th Grade
Ranger Jordan Camp talks gila monsters and Chris shares a cool citizen science project.