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Grades: Middle School (6-9)

Subject Area: STEM, Science, Engineering

Made Possible By: American Coatings Association

Coatings cover 70 percent of the products made in the U.S., helping protect infrastructure, prevent disease, and power our mobile devices, as well as adding color to our world. Use these hands-on standards-based activities to investigate the science behind a broad array of coatings applications with your students. In addition to sparking dialogue about technological research, this program can also introduce students to opportunities for careers in science and engineering.

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Complete Teaching Kit
Complete Teaching Kit
Career Guide
Career Guide
Activity 1
Activity 1
Activity 2
Activity 2
Activity 3
Activity 3
Follow-Up Activities
Follow-Up Activities
Classroom Poster
Classroom Poster
Curricular Standards
Curricular Standards
Classroom Presenter Guide
Classroom Presenter Guide
Coatings & Sustainability
Coatings & Sustainability
Facts about Paint & Coatings
Facts about Paint & Coatings