What is Science? Nature of Science Editable Video Worksheets

Are you searching for a way for students to explore the question - What is Science? Look no further! This What is Science? Video Viewing Worksheets explore the nature of science and the scientific method through a BrainPOP* video.  

This resource includes:

• An EDITABLE  Google Docs 3-page worksheet that guides students in answering the question What is Science as they watch a BrainPOP video (available on YouTube).

• Fill in the blanks

• A vocabulary activity graphic organizer

• A writing activity with sentence frames
• Scaffolds - A space for translation in the vocabulary activity and writing frames in the writing activity

• An answer key for easy grading

• A lesson plan complete with standards and learning objectives

Why is the What is Science? Video Worksheet resource perfect for your classroom?

✅ Fantastic lesson for the beginning of the school year

✅ Exposes students to the nature of science and the scientific method

✅ Engages students in a topic that is applicable for the entire school year

✅ A great way to keep students accountable for learning through watching a video

✅ Video is available on YouTube (no BrainPOP log-in required)

✅ Includes a vocabulary and writing activity to incorporate literacy in science

✅ Provides a detailed lesson plan with instructional suggestions

✅ Opportunities for whole-class instruction, small group work and individual work

✅ Science teachers, TESOL/ESL/ENL teachers, resource room teachers, co-teaching

⭐️STANDARDS-ALIGNED⭐️

⭐️ CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.6-8.4 - Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 6-8 texts and topics.

⭐️ CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.2 - Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

⭐️ CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.10 - Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

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Thank you for considering our What is Science Video Viewing Worksheets. We hope it brings joy, learning, and inspiration to your students.

Thanks for all you do,

Jessica 

* Please note - This worksheet corresponds to the Science is a Way of Knowing BrainPop Video available on YouTube as of May 2024. 

Thanks for all you do,

Jessica

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