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SciWorks Science Center and Environmental Park of Forsyth County

Whether it is biology, geology, physics, or health science, "it is fun to learn about science at SciWorks!"

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  • Lesson plan: The Big, Bad, Red Wolf: Fact and Fantasy This lesson will explore the myths and legends surrounding wolves. We will also investigate factual information about the endangered red wolf.
  • Red Wolves of Alligator River This site offers many articles and other resources for those wishing to learn more about Canis rufus
  • NASA's Planetary Photojournal Explore the solar system, the universe and more through images taken by exploration spacecraft and the space shuttle crew.
  • Lesson plan: The case of the disappearing pitcher plants This lesson addresses the cause and effect relationship between human interaction and a North Carolina endangered plant species. A role-playing scenario allows students to view the situation from a variety of positions and to collectively arrive at a solution to the problem.
  • The Virtual Body A virtual body tour of the heart, brain, digestive tract, or skeleton with information presented through moving pictures, text, and sound. The site also has games as part of this interactive learning adventure.
  • Lesson plan: Exploring the solar system The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to earth's moon and the eight other planets in our solar system. Students will learn about the geology, composition and orbits of other planets by planning a trip to another planet.

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  • Horizons Unlimited: This wonderful education center and museum provides hands-on programs for students in the areas of history and the physical and biological sciences.
  • Port Discover: Students will enjoy visiting this new hands-on science and health center which is geared to the pre-k to fifth grade curriculum.
  • The Science House: Through school demonstration programs, student science camps, teacher workshops and innovative laboratory training, and support projects, the NCSU Science House partners with K-12 teachers to emphasize the use of hands-on learning activities in mathematics and science.

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This fifteen-acre Environmental Park includes a demonstration farmyard with a variety of domestic livestock, as well as natural habitat exhibits of native wild animals. Students can learn about carnivorous plants at the bog garden and about culinary and medicinal herbs at the herb garden. Indoor exhibits show the biological and geological diversity of North Carolina, provide interactive physical science activities, and explain the physics of music.

The TechWorks exhibit highlights technological innovations made in the Winston-Salem area, from pharmaceuticals to fiber optics. HealthWorks is another interactive experience that fosters a greater understanding of the human body, as well as the role of technology in medicine. The planetarium offers shows for various age groups.

For more information or to schedule a visit, call (336)676-6730 or send email to info@sciworks.org.

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