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4th grade science resources for Easel and for special education
Water Bottle Flip STEM Challenge + STEM Activity
The ORIGINAL water bottle flip STEM activity and lab! Water bottle flip at school? Absolutely! Students will love this on-trend STEM challenge inspired by the popular YouTube water bottle flipping challenge where students toss a water bottle and attempt to land it straight up. Practice scientific method with some probability, fractions and data collection in the mix while having fun!This self-paced, low-prep, project based learning water bottle flip STEM challenge is print-and-go. Each activit
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3rd - 6th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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Compare and Contrast Animals Reading Comprehension Passages
Study compare and contrast nonfiction text structure with 6 short passages, questions, and graphic organizers about similar animals. Options include print, Easel Activities, Google Forms (passages), and Google Slides (Venn diagrams). Each passage features one paragraph of informational text and 4 multiple-choice questions. Animals include apes and monkeys, hares and rabbits, hedgehogs and porcupines, moths and butterflies, porpoises and dolphins, and spiders and insects. Summarization questions
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3rd - 5th
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Budget Worksheets - Do you have Enough Money? Life Skill Math for Special Ed
This budgeting resource contains 130+ pages to help teach basic budgeting skills for special education classrooms. Includes differentiated worksheets and various levels to challenge each student individually. A teaching poster is included, as well as individual student sized cards to help them practice this skill, and 3 different types of leveled worksheets as well!Worksheets include:Determining what's in your budget using a number line (0-5, 0-10, 0-20, and 0-100)Is this price in your budget? G
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PreK - 12th
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Human Body Systems Unit - Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Digestive, Circulatory
Is your science textbook outdated and lacking? Make learning about the human body and the body systems engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on the human body.These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information on each topic. It is also the
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Science Bundle
Solar System and Planets Research Project Activities Outer Space Bulletin Board
Enhance your students' knowledge about our solar system with these Solar System: Planets, Sun, Moon, and Solar Eclipse Research Teach-Go Pennants™. These templates are a fantastic resource that allows students to conduct research and showcase their findings on a bulletin board for all to learn from.INCLUDED:Print & digital options includedColor and BW options availableClickable Table of ContentsOptional: Planet, Sun, Moon, Eclipse Toppers in color and bw optionsGrading Rubrics includedExtra
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Creativity Challenges and Activities Morning Work, Brain Breaks, STEM Warm Up
Unlock creativity in your classroom! Finish the Picture!The goal of creativity challenges is to help students think in different ways. The ability to generate unique thoughts and ideas is known as divergent thinking. When students are thinking outside the box it results in creative solutions. In a creativity challenge, students are presented with a problem that they have to solve using their creativity. Typically these challenges are short lasting anywhere from 3-10 minutes. By implementing thes
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1st - 5th
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Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Have a classroom Thanksgiving Day Parade! Make learning fun with this Thanksgiving STEAM challenge in which students design their very own Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon! An excellent companion activity to the fall read aloud book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.Not only do students design the balloon, but as an added challenge they must create a device to keep it floating in the air!Students plan, design, and execute their own ideas. After they have completed their activity, there is t
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Grades:
K - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
...
Also included in: Thanksgiving READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities and Challenges BUNDLE
Systematic Sentence Combining | Syntax, Conjunctions, Grammar | Speech Therapy
Work on creating compound and complex sentences with this easy-to-use, systematic resource targeting sentence combining!Sentence combining is a research-supported skill for improving writing skills and reading comprehension in speech and language therapy. I loved using sentence combining in my therapy sessions but wanted a way to progress through the different ways to combine sentences more systematically (and with more visuals!). So, I created this resource! In this packet, I have included 5 le
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4th - 6th
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5 STEM Activities Desert Island STEM Challenge Bridge Catapult Raft Hut STEAM
If your students enjoy doing STEM or STEAM activities, they will LOVE this set of 5 fully-planned out challenges! All five themed STEM challenges center around the story of a shipwrecked traveler stranded on a deserted island. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing the story of the shipwreck, students will read five of the traveler's diary entries. Each entry will challenge them to design and build something to help him survive and get back to civilization!These STEM challeng
Grades:
4th - 7th
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Social Skills Activities Conversation Questions and Comments Boom™ Cards + PDF
Are your speech therapy students working on conversation turn-taking skills such as MAKING COMMENTS and ASKING QUESTIONS? This pragmatic language activity has a MINI-LESSON and structured PRACTICE to really break it down. Digital AND printable versions are included!This resource helps you teach your students about using comments and questions in conversation. It includes a MINI-LESSON and 40 PRACTICE SCENARIOS. Each practice page includes...✅ A REAL PHOTOGRAPH of a conversational situation✅ VISU
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3rd - 12th
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Rock Cycle Lab Activity (with Starbursts)
Rock Cycle: Modeling the Rock Cycle with StarburstsThis activity is a perfect follow up for a class who has just been introduced to the rock cycle. You will need starbursts (or other fruit chews of multiple colors) and plastic sandwich bags. Students begin with 'sediments' which they turn into a sedimentary rock, apply heat and pressure to turn it into a metamorphic rock, and then you (the teacher) will need to take them home to turn them into igneous rocks. All teacher directions, with photo
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-1
Also included in: Rock BUNDLE: Types of Rocks and the Rock Cycle
States of Matter Unit, Solids, Liquids, Gases, Mixtures and Solutions, Density
This matter science unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on matter. Please download the preview file to see all pages included in this unit!Pages included:Matter reading passage and comprehensioncrossword puzzlemultiple choice activitymind mappicture wordword sortSolids reading passage and comprehensionword search and fill in the blankgraphic organizerLiquids read
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Science Bundle
Long Division Practice Dividing by 1 Digit Divisors Worksheets and Organizers
These worksheets and organizers are an engaging way to help students learn the standard algorithm for division problems with 2-digit, 3-digit, and 4-digit dividends divided by 1-digit divisors. Differentiated color-coding and shapes guide students through the steps of dividing multi-digit numbers, making the process easier for students to understand.WHY TEACHERS LOVE THIS:Students can see where to write their numbersColors and shapes are visual cuesCreate your own problems Practice with reusable
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4th - 5th
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Ecosystems & Biomes Foldable Accordion Activity
Ignite your students’ curiosity and fill the gaps in your science curriculum with this captivating ecosystems activity! Designed for upper elementary grades, this ecosystem project provides an easy-to-use tool for teaching about ecosystems, biomes, and more. Explore the types of ecosystems, engage in ecosystem reading passages, & grasp the concepts of biomes and ecosystems with a printable & digital version. Engage, educate, and empower your students with this interactive craftivity book
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Ecosystem BUNDLE
Body Language & Emotions Speech Therapy Social Skills Worksheets + Boom™ Cards
Help your students understand SOCIAL SITUATIONS by using NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION to determine HOW PEOPLE FEEL and what they may be thinking. Teach students how to interpret non-verbal communication such as FACIAL EXPRESSIONS and other BODY LANGUAGE cues in order to figure out the emotions and thoughts of others.① First, use the MINI-LESSON to teach (or review) 6 components of non-verbal communication, such as facial expressions, gestures, and posture. You'll also get bright, colorful VISUALS for
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4th - 12th
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Human Body Systems + Top Ten Organs Pack: Powerpoint, Interactive Notebooks +
The Human Body Systems – Interactive notebook, editable PowerPoint, and Printables. Systems included: Digestive, Respiratory, Nervous, Skeletal, Muscular, and Circulatory*Also includes digital access via Google Slides and an Easel Assessment! The editable PowerPoint includes information, fun facts, and visually appealing pictures of all the human body systems plus the top ten body organs. (36 slides) 9 printables deals with all of the human body systems and PowerPoint review worksheets. The stud
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Scientific Method Activity Worksheets: Skittles Graphing Science Experiment
These skittles labs are a fun way to have students learn about the scientific method.Lab contents:1. Skittle Colors Lab:A. Question: Which color skittle is most common in a package of skittles?B. Developing a hypothesisC. ProcedureD. Data TablesE. GraphingF. Post-Lab Questions2. Skittles Mass and Amount LabA. Question: How accurate are Skittles packages to one another in terms of mass and total number of Skittles?B. Developing a hypothesisC. ProcedureD. Data and AnalysisE
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4th - 9th
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Magic School Bus Plays Ball - Force and Motion Worksheets
These worksheets were created to accompany the Magic School Bus episode on forces and motion (Magic School Bus Plays Ball). These worksheets are a great supplement to any NGSS or science unit on forces, motion, and friction.Worksheets include:• Fill-in-the-blank video guide with word bank• Comprehension check: Vocabulary match-up and Short Answer• Extension activity: Your favorite sport without frictionAnswer keys are included.This product is included in my Magic School Bus Video Worksheets COMP
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Magic School Bus Video Worksheets *PHYSICS BUNDLE*
Paper Airplane STEM Activity | Google Classroom
Paper Airplane STEM Challenges is a packet of experiments your students will love! Flying and creating paper airplanes is a fun activity that will engage your students as they collect data and use measurement skills. Includes Google Slides for remote learners. A great literature connection is added as students research the history of airplanes and the Wright Brothers, Amelia Earhart, and Bessie Coleman. These activities can also be used for STEAM Activities, STEM Fun Fridays, Maker Spaces, Tin
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Functional Math Worksheet Life Skills Money Math Telling Time Clock
Practice money math, telling time on an analog clock, and counting in increments all on 1 worksheet! These functional life skills are important to learn and review at any age. With 36 pages, this resource will last you 1 full school year if used once a week! Design and graphics are appropriate for all ages. This resource is ideal for gathering IEP goal data around functional math skills!Want the Canadian version? Click HERE! Want the Australian version? Click HERE!Read about why I created t
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3rd - 12th
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One Plastic Bag Upcycled Bracelet Read Aloud STEM Challenge Earth Day STEM/STEAM
Integrate STEAM in your classroom and teach students about recycling! Learn about recycling, reducing, and reusing! Students design and build their very own Upcycled Plastic Bag Bracelet! After making their bracelets, students use the STEAM process to think of another way plastic bags can be repurposed. Finally, students write about ways they can recycle, reduce, and reuse in their own school and community.Excellent activity for Earth Day!Connect to a Read Aloud: One Plastic BagThis STEAM Projec
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Weather Science Unit - Atmosphere, Climate, Wind, Types of Clouds, Precipitation
Make your life easy while enhancing your science unit on weather with this no-prep unit. This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on weather.These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information on each topic. It is also the perfect way to integrate literacy and scien
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, 4-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
Also included in: Science Bundle
Parts of a Plant, Plant Life Cycle, Plant Needs, Photosynthesis Lesson Plan Unit
Do you need to teach all about plants, but aren’t sure where to begin? This comprehensive plant unit has got you covered! From exploring the parts of plants and their functions to unraveling the mysteries of the basic needs of plants, this unit has it all! Watch your students blossom as they explore hands-on labs, engaging plant activities, cooperative learning, and so much more! Try Before you Buy:Free Pollination Demonstration. It's a free lesson from this unit! Save at least 20% off when you
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS1-1
, 5-LS1-1
Ancient Egypt Activities STEM Challenges Pyramids STEM Challenge Project Craft
Ancient Egypt STEM & STEAM Challenges Cross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Egypt! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Egypt STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3,
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3rd - 6th
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