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Going beyond the robot
These discussion prompts cover topics related to materials science, magnetism, and biological adaptation and self-assembly.
Flexible robots in review
Students will search the Science News archive for earlier articles about transformational robots.
That’s a wrap
Students will answer questions about how a cubic metallic robot wraps itself in different exoskeletons to perform different functions.

SN 10: Scientists to Watch
Through the SN 10: Scientists to Watch list, this guide explores what it means to be a scientist and focuses on the plant-related work of two particular scientists on the list.
Behold the power of light
These discussion prompts cover chloropasts, chlorophyll, photosynthesis and related reactions, and solar cells.
Peering back at plants
Students will search the Science News archive for stories about photosynthesis and plant roots.

Flex Time
This guide focuses on neurons, how they form connections and how those connections are important for learning.
Your inside guide to the learning brain
These discussion prompts focus on neurons and their signals and how magnetic resonance imaging works.
What makes different types of batteries unique?
Students will research specific battery types and report on what they find.
Opening a battery’s black box
These discussion prompts ask students to think about ways that different elements create varied results in battery design, and related redox reactions.
Beyond today’s batteries
Students will search the Science News archive for stories related to battery research.
Seeking next-gen batteries
Based on the Science News article "Charging the future," these questions focus on battery design, how lithium-ion batteries compare with newer types and the nature of experimental design.