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NASA SciFiles
Problem solving in math, science, and technology
Grade Levels:
Upper primary-5
Length:
60 minutes
Taping Rights:
Unlimited
Web Site:
NASA

This standards-based series integrates and enhances the teaching of math, science, and technology. Students follow along—and think along—with a group of “treehouse detectives” who use their problem-solving skills and scientific methods of inquiry to find answers to real-life mysteries. The user-friendly web site includes a resource-rich teacher’s guide and pages that link students, teachers, and parents to NASA programs, projects, and researchers.

Note: This series was formerly titled NASA ‘Why’ Files.


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2007/08 Program Schedule

103. The Case of the Biological Biosphere
The treehouse detectives learn about the world inside the human body. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 14 at 9:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 15 at 9:00 am on KETED

104. The Case of the Galactic Vacation
While creating travel brochures advertising vacations throughout the solar system, the treehouse detectives confront questions like what to pack for spring on Saturn or a weekend on Jupiter. 57 minutes
    Friday, September 7 at 9:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 8 at 9:00 am on KETED

202. The Case of the Disappearing Dirt
When they discover that their favorite patch of beach is shrinking, the treehouse detectives dig into the topics of erosion, rocks, and natural preservation to save it. 57 minutes
    Friday, September 21 at 2:00 pm on KETED
    Friday, February 22 at 2:00 pm on KETED

203. The Case of the Prize-Winning Plants
The kids test their green thumbs by growing plants for a fair. The treehouse becomes a greenhouse as they explore soil composition, plant and animal life cycles, and genetics. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 14 at 6:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 15 at 6:00 am on KETED

301. The Case of the Great Space Exploration
The treehouse detectives set out to learn what it would take to become a space explorer. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 7 at 6:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 8 at 6:00 am on KETED

303. The Case of Zany Animal Antics
Curious about why some animals are acting a little differently, the treehouse detectives investigate how animals are classified as well as their life cycles, migratory patterns, and habitats. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 14 at 7:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 15 at 7:00 am on KETED

401. The Case of the Fitness Challenge
Eager to win the Presidential Physical Fitness Award, the treehouse detectives research muscles, bones, and physical activity to learn how to get and stay fit. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 7 at 7:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 8 at 7:00 am on KETED

404. The Case of the Deafening Sound
A friend asks the kids to help solve a problem involving noisy aircraft. NASA scientists help them learn about how sound travels, how humans hear, and what is being done to make the skies quieter. 59 minutes
    Friday, September 14 at 8:00 am on KETED
    Friday, February 15 at 8:00 am on KETED



Kentucky Academic Expectations

This program relates to the following Kentucky Academic Expectations.

Kentucky schools may tape and retain programs according to the rights listed above. For further information, contact the KET Education Division.

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Last Updated: Friday, 30-Nov-2007 12:14:01 EST