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Common Core RST.6-8.3 resources under $5
Classification Lab on Dichotomous Keys - Classification of Living Things
In this dichotomous key classification lab activity, students will rotate through stations using 3 different dichotomous keys in order to classify 27 different invertebrates and vertebrates. As students become masters of classification keys, they will have fun exploring the classification of living things. All pictures and diagrams needed for the activity are included.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless d
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7th - 10th
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MS-LS4-2
Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Protein Synthesis Translation Activity
This activity is designed to help our students master the concepts of transcription and translation. The details of these concepts are very difficult for many of our students. This activity provides a visual method of teaching students how the information stored in DNA produces traits and characteristics in living organisms. Using a DNA template, students will transcribe mRNA, and translate the information to create a “mystery organism.” Choose to use the traditional printable version, or the p
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Grades:
9th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-1
Also included in: DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis Bundle
Metric Measurement Activities Science or Math Test Prep Activity
Introduce metric measurement to your students using worksheets or Google Slides that will detail how to use the triple beam balance, graduated cylinder, and centimeter ruler to determine an object's mass, volume, and length. Students will have a deeper understanding of measuring and manipulating the science and math tools. Students can interpret readings in grams, liters, and centimeters. This teaching lesson would also be great for reviewing important math and science concepts for test prep. Li
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Metric System Measurement Activities
Population Ecology Lab Simulation - Modeling Population Growth
This guided inquiry graphing activity (both printable and digital) involves the student in a study of the growth rate of a rabbit population. The student assumes the role of a scientist to determine the birth rate, mortality rate, growth rate, and total population size of the rabbit population over a 20 year period. The data is plotted on a graph where the student will clearly see the initial exponential growth of the population followed by logistic growth. The activity will reinforce the conce
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-2
Also included in: Population Ecology Bundle
Changes in Matter: Physical and Chemical Changes Lab Station Activity
Need a chemistry lab that teaches your students to identify chemical and physical changes AND aligns to Common Core standards? Your students will love this engaging, student-centered Changes in Matter: Identifying Physical and Chemical Changes station activity!Included in Purchase:★ 12 FULLY EDITABLE Lab Activities ★ Blank template to customize as needed★ EDITABLE Student Answer Document (follows Common Core standards)★ Answer Key★ Pictures to guide in set-up of lab stations★ Teacher Instruction
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6th - 9th
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Dichotomous Key Activity
This hands-on (printable and digital) activity will ensure that your students become experts on using and building dichotomous classification keys. Students will first use an included classification key to identify the leaves of cone bearing plants, followed by a second activity that requires students to construct their own key to classify 12 different primates.Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student handouts can be printed or used in the paperless digital
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Dichotomous Classification Key for Insects and Arthropods
Science students of all ages love to use a classification key to identify organisms. Students begin this activity by using the included dichotomous key to determine the scientific names of 12 insects. In the second part of the activity, students must designed their own key to identity 5 different arthropods. Analysis and follow up questions are included. This activity is suited for scientists in grades 4 - 7. Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student hand
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4th - 7th
Graphing Practice Activity - Science Line Graphs, Data Analysis and Graphing
Graphing is a fundamental "must-have" skill in a science class. These practice problems will provide your students with a solid foundation and/or review of the basics of constructing line graphs. Further, students will practice analyzing data and using graphs to make predictions. If applicable to your teaching situation, you can have students complete their work in a digital Google Apps format. What is included in this resource?Editable and Printable 3-page student handoutPaperless Digital Vers
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Dihybrid Crosses Punnett Squares Practice Worksheets
Genetics Practice Problem Worksheet on the Dihybrid (Two-factor) Cross. This is a 6-page worksheet of 12 dihybrid, or two factor, genetics practice problems. Both printable and digital versions are included. The worksheet provides extra practice for beginning genetics students. Students will determine the genotypes of the parents, fill in the 16 box Punnett squares, and answer questions about the probability of obtaining various offspring. Suitable for Biology or Life Science students in gra
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS3-3
, MS-LS3-2
Also included in: Genetics Practice Problem Bundle - Punnett Squares
Dichotomous Classification Key Activity
This printable or digital resource is a classification key to a "crazy" animal kingdom of cartoon animals and is perfect for the younger scientists! The simple pictures and key are designed for students learning to use a dichotomous key for the first time. Students are given pictures of some mixed up "animals" and will use the key to find out the name of the animal. There are follow up and analysis questions. Finally, students will write and construct their own classification key to classify
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
Scientific Method Independent/Dependent Experimental Variables & Questions Game
This one is AWESOME! Explore the fundamentals of experimental design: independent variable, dependent variable, control variables and, articulate the question that will guide the scientific investigation. Students will arrange variable cards on a shuffleboard and based on their arrangement, formulate a question to investigate the relationship between their independent and dependent variables. Thirteen experimental scenarios to choose from. No additional materials are required to complete this a
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3rd - 9th
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MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
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Dichotomous Classification Key Activity
Students love dichotomous classification keys! This fun activity has 12 emoticon members that belong to the Genus Smiley. Both printable and digital versions are included. Students will become proficient in using a dichotomous key as they identify the 12 members of the Genus Smiley. In the second part of the activity, students will try their hand at writing a classification key of their own. Given images of 6 different insects, students will write a short key to classify each one. This activity
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5th - 7th
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Graphing Worksheets and Scientific Method
Teach, review, and reinforce these very important science skills: Graphing, Scientific Method, Analyzing data, Experimental design, and Scientific Writing. Teaching the science skills is of the utmost importance. If the skills are taught properly at the beginning of the school year, your students will be equipped with the tools they need to be successful for the rest of the year. Choose to use the traditional printable version, or the paperless, digital Google Apps version.This resource is
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
States of Matter Science Activities and Experiments
Reinforce states of matter concepts using these 8 lab activities to teach about properties and changing states of matter. Students will learn about phases of matter, mass, density, changing states of, and characteristics of solid, liquid, and gas matter using the 8 lab activities in your science classroom. Like these states of matter experiments? Check out the unit and save 20% by clicking here. Students will learn: about the properties of a solid, liquid, or gashow matter changesStates of Matt
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-2
, 5-PS1-1
Also included in: States of Matter Unit with Worksheets, Activities, Experiments, Projects
Monohybrid Crosses Punnett Squares Genetics Practice Worksheets
This is a practice problem worksheet that I use when I first begin to teach genetics. This resource contains 4 printable or digital student pages consisting of 10 monohybrid (or one factor) crosses. This worksheet provides the needed practice to ensure that beginning genetics students master this early and simple concept. Students will determine the genotypes of parents and predict the probability of obtaining different types of offspring by using Punnett squares.Both printable and digital ve
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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HS-LS3-3
, MS-LS3-2
Also included in: Genetics Practice Problem Bundle - Punnett Squares
Fun zombie graphing worksheet! 5th 6th 7th Middle School elementary science math
Reinforce learning of graphing and graph interpretation with this fun zombie themed activity! This worksheet is perfect as a review prior to an exam or standardized test. Check out the PREVIEW for an idea of everything included in this engaging lesson!I created this lesson for my middle school students, but several teachers on my campus have used it with their upper elementary students. Perfect for math and science classrooms! I always feel the need to review graphing with my students, especiall
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5th - 7th
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Solar System Activity: Scaled Down Size & Distance Model of Our Solar System
Bring the Solar System down to Earth with this activity that scales down the sun, planets, and distances between them! An excellent out-of-the-classroom group activity for your inquisitive students!Watch your students' eyes widen as preconceptions are challenged and misconceptions are swept away.Then watch their eyes light up while they work together to measure distances and hold up planets, fusing math and science together into one unforgettable experience.This activity is not only fun, but i
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Scientific Method Lab Student Designed Experiment
This lab activity will ensure that your students understand the scientific method and how to design a controlled experiment. In this inquiry lab activity, students are guided through the process as they write and implement an experiment of their own design. Push your students to do more than just list the steps of the scientific method. This activity will teach them how to APPLY the scientific method.In my many years of teaching, I have discovered that my students do not truly understand how
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Dichotomous Classification Key to Thanksgiving Dinner Science
This Science-y dichotomous classification key activity is such fun! This is a very simple dichotomous key that can be used around Thanksgiving. Students must use their critical thinking and problem solving skills to identify the scientific names of the foods eaten at the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. Science students of all ages love to use a dichotomous classification key to identify organisms. This activity is well suited for the younger scientists in grades 5 - 8, but I will admit that
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5th - 8th
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Evidence of Chemical Reactions Lab Activity 4 Easy and Fun Experiments
Give your students a hands-on experience with several signs of a chemical change! These 4 labs with EASY SUPERMARKET SUPPLIES can be performed by students or used as quick demos. Supports NGSS MS-PS1-2!⭐ If you want even more chemical reactions that use only household supplies, check out my wife's chemical reaction resource HERE! She has a stations activity that has 8 chemical reactions.Through these simple labs, students will witness:Temperature changes (both exothermic and endothermic)Gas fo
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7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-2
, HS-PS1-2
Simple Machines Activity Webquest with Google Doc Version
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This simple machines worksheet provides a structured format for students to explore several online simple machines resources. It introduces the topic through a brief video, then has students practice identifying simples machines in a variety of formats. It also includes a fun hands-on activity that can be done at home or at school.This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A –Watch a video introducing the physics concept of work and simple machines. Studen
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Simple Machines Activity and Readings Articles WebQuest BUNDLE
Physical and Chemical Changes Lab Activities and Experiments
Reinforce characteristics and concepts related to physical and chemical changes with these 8 hands-on lab activity experiments. Each activity will further help students learn about physical and chemical changes. Students will make observations and demonstrate their knowledge by making predictions and answering comprehension questions. Like this physical and chemical changes activity? Check out the unit and save 20%These lab activities will have students understand: How matter changes state Exam
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5th - 7th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-2
Also included in: Physical and Chemical Changes Unit
Scientific Method Worksheet PDF English/Método Científico Spanish
Use this sheet with students conducting experiments. As they fill out the boxes, students will get a better understanding of the scientific method.::BUNDLE OPPORTUNITY::Like what you see? Check out the holiday scientific method worksheet bundle (English and Spanish)!:: BILINGUAL ::- Worksheet is in English and Spanish:: FILE FORMAT ::- 1 PDF formatted to 8.5" x 11" letterhead sized sheets (2 pages) :: Keywords ::school, printable, diy, pdf, classroom, cute, digital, education, science, scientifi
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1st - 8th
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Scientific Method Writing a Clear Lab Procedure
Scientific Writing Activity: Can your students write a clear and concise laboratory procedure? In this simple activity, students will build a unique and unusual structure. Student will then write instructions for how to build the structure. Students will swap sets of instructions and attempt to build the structures of other students.Why is this important?A key component of the scientific method is the recording and publishing of results. In his/her publication, a scientist must give the procedu
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
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