TPT
Total:
$0.00

Snow Science - How Snow Crystals Form - Making 6-Point Snowflakes

Rated 4.86 out of 5, based on 72 reviews
4.9 (72 ratings)
;
Rick's Resources
3.8k Followers
Grade Levels
3rd - 6th, Homeschool
Standards
Formats Included
  • PPTX
  • Google Apps™
Pages
25 Pages + Digital Version
$4.50
$4.50
Share this resource
Report this resource to TPT
Rick's Resources
3.8k Followers
Includes Google Apps™
The Teacher-Author indicated this resource includes assets from Google Workspace (e.g. docs, slides, etc.).
Easel Activity Included
This resource includes a ready-to-use interactive activity students can complete on any device.  Easel by TPT is free to use! Learn more.
Also included in
  1. What a variety! Includes printable PDF versions. 12 resources also include Google Slides™ digital versions for distance learning. This variety pack includes 25 top rated resources for 4th grade which address important reading comprehension, math, vocabulary, writing, spelling, and social skills. Ans
    Price $112.00Original Price $148.74Save $36.74
  2. Most resources include printable PDF versions. Some also include a Google Slides™ digital version for distance learning. Some are PowerPoint versions. This variety pack includes 25 wonderful resources for 3rd grade which address important reading comprehension, math, vocabulary, writing, spelling,
    Price $90.00Original Price $129.40Save $39.40

Description

A fun and informative unit about snow that combines science, reading and art. Students learn how ice crystals form, read and answer questions about snow and then engage in a 6-point snowflake-making craft. Includes PowerPoint and digital Google Slides™ versions for blended learning.

--- RESOURCE DETAILS ---

Includes both PowerPoint and digital Google Slides™ for distance learning. How do snow crystals form? What does a real snowflake look like? How can I make a realistic snowflake out of paper? Those are all questions addressed in this fun presentation. Kids of all ages will learn snow crystal facts and discover how crystals form in symmetrical patterns. They will then be guided step-by-step through making a realistic looking 6-point snowflake out of paper. These snow science activities are sure to keep kids engaged. Great for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, 6th grade. Also included is a Living With Snow article and comprehension questions that will interest kids in grades 3-6. Answer key included.

--- REVIEWS ---

This was a fun activity to do with the kids and I liked how it included some background about snowflakes.

Askley F.

I just made these with my fifth grade students and they LOVED it!! As they put it, "No more first grade snowflakes for us. We are making the real-deal with six points!" Thank you for the visuals!!

Karen G.

Perfect winter art project!

Buyer

--- ABOUT THE AUTHOR ---

Rick Whitehead has been a teacher and author for over 30 years in public and private practice. His background includes teaching in public schools, curriculum development, school program design, private mentoring and author of juvenile fiction. He is devoted to helping children learn and grow by providing high-quality resources that are highly motivating and effective even for the most reluctant learners.

Total Pages
25 Pages + Digital Version
Answer Key
Included
Teaching Duration
N/A
Last updated Aug 20th, 2020
Report this resource to TPT
Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT’s content guidelines.

Standards

to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
By the end of year, read and comprehend informational texts, including history/social studies, science, and technical texts, in the grades 4–5 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of the year, read and comprehend informational texts, including history/social studies, science, and technical texts, at the high end of the grades 4–5 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 6–8 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
Read grade-level text with purpose and understanding.

Reviews

Questions & Answers

3.8k Followers