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2018 Year in Review
This guide reviews the biggest science stories of 2018, as reported by Science News.
Asking for directions on Mars
Students will learn how to use an interactive online map of Mars and will identify features and make generalizations about Martian geography.
Build your science knowledge
Students will define key science vocabulary to better understand the concepts covered in Science News' Top 10 science stories of 2018.
Understanding science’s impact
Students will work in groups to analyze one of Science News' Top 10 science stories of 2018.

Parkinson’s Pathways
This guide explores research into the role that the gut may play in Parkinson's disease.
Radical protection
Students will analyze a graph from the Science News article "Parkinson's pathways."
Navigate neuroscience
Students will use resources beyond the article to answer more detailed questions on neuroscience, biochemistry and microbiology.
Making a gut-brain connection
Students will answer questions based on the Science News article "Parkinson's pathways."
Martian water challenge
Students will use common materials to design, build and test their own water purification system.
Think before you drink
These discussion prompts ask students about drinking water contaminants and drinking water treatment methods.
Wading through drinking water systems
Students will answer questions based on the Science News article "Drinkability."

Drinkability
This guide covers drinking water contaminants and technologies that may be used to treat drinking water in small communities.