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Carolina WebinarsLearn how to introduce 3D instruction into your science curriculum. Sign up for upcoming webinars or view our library of webinars. View »
Simply Slime: An Introduction to Polymer ChemistryWhether you want to introduce students to polymers, engage them with a fun science demo, or simply have the most popular station at your school's science night, making slime is always a big success! View »
Carolina Quick Tips: Strawberry DNA ExtractionYour students may never look at strawberries the same way again! This activity introduces the fascinating world of DNA to students as they work in pairs to extract DNA from strawberry fruit and examine it. View »
Carolina Quick Tips: Life Cycle of the Tobacco HornwormGain an understanding of the tobacco hornworm life cycle by observing the growth and development of a hornworm larvae in a vial. Learn about the integral steps of care and handling throughout this life cycle to witness the emergence of an adult moth. View »
Balancing Chemical EquationsHaving your students balance chemical equations aids their understanding of conservation of mass. In this activity, students build models to "see" what happens on both sides of the equation. View »
Care of Classroom Critters over BreaksLiving organisms may bring your classroom to life, but they won’t take care of themselves if left alone while the 2-legged, upright-walking organisms go on break. We offer some tips to make breaks and holidays happy for you and your critters. View »
Characteristics of Bacteria ChartDetermine the characteristics of bacteria such as shape, mobility, gram staining results, and incubation temperatures. Also easily determine which media should be used for each bacteria listed. View »
Chemistry Laboratory CloseoutWith the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to start preparing your laboratory for summer break. We've compiled a checklist to help you complete the task. View »
Chicks!Carolina offers 4 living options for studying the avian life cycle—button and Coturnix quail, chickens, and ducks. View »
Closing Up the Biology LabThe end of the school year is almost here, and you need to start preparing your lab for summer break. We've compiled a checklist to help you complete the task View »
How I Use the Magnetic Water Kit in My ClassroomIn this how-to article, a teacher shares her successes teaching topics like states of matter, hydrogen bonding, surface tension, solubility, and more using the Magnetic Water Kit molecular model. View »
How to Clean Laboratory GlasswareGood laboratory technique demands clean glassware, because the most carefully executed piece of work may give an erroneous result if dirty glassware is used. View »
How To Dissect A Fetal PigIn this video you will learn how to perform a dissection on Carolina Biological Supply Company's fetal pig specimen. This video will walk you through the entire process from preparation to removing the organ block for observing the internal pig organs. View »
How to Set Up a TerrariumThis video illustrates how to set up a tropical plant terrarium, or low maintenance plant habitat. View »
How to Store ChemicalsImagine starting the school year with a chemical storage area that’s safer, better organized, and easier to maintain. View »
How to Use a Student Compound MicroscopeThe proper procedure for looking through a microscope is to keep both eyes open. This requires some practice but reduces eyestrain during long-term use. With practice, you can mentally block the eye that is not looking through the microscope. View »
Introduction to Green ChemistryLearn tips on how to make your lab greener including chemical replacements, the 12 green principles and new green initiatives. View »
It's Summer Break but My Classroom Is Alive!It’s the end of the school year and your classroom is filled with critters in your aquarium, terrarium, or petri dishes. What do you do with them over summer break? View »
Make Your Lab Greener for Good!Despite Kermit's lament, it's really not hard to be green. In fact, it can save you money, reduce hazardous chemical use, and make your lab a safer, more pleasant environment for you and your students. View »
Measuring the "Power of Hydrogen Ions" (pH)The measurement of pH is critical to many fields, including medicine, biology, chemistry, and environmental science, and thus has many applications in daily life. View »
Molarity, Molality, or Normality? (A Quick Review)Looking for a way to reinforce your students’ understanding of these concepts? Try this quick review. As a supplement to your lecture, it can help them achieve molarity, molality, and normality clarity. View »
Observing Daphnia Heart RateDaphnia’s transparent body and large heart make it ideal for physiological studies. Let us show you how to set up a popular heart rate measurement experiment using Daphnia magna. View »
Proper Storage of a pH ElectrodeWith the end of the school year approaching, it’s time to start preparing your lab equipment for summer storage. The professionals at Hanna® have some tips for storing and maintaining pH electrodes. View »
Solution Preparation GuideThis brief guide will provide you with the information you need to make a number of solutions commonly used in educational laboratories. View »