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1st grade St. Patrick's Day social studies laboratories
St. Patrick's Day - Rainbow Color Mixing Science Activity
Try this great rainbow experiment in your classroom! This STEM activity is so AMAZING and easy to do. This color blending science activity is almost magical as water "walks" between cups of red, yellow, and blue to blend to form the secondary colors. Students use science scientific method to make observations and predictions about what they see. The activity wraps up with a short reading explaining color mixing and students write or draw a conclusion to explain what happened. This product all
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PreK - 2nd
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50 Social Studies Labs - Geography History Cultural Studies Economics Government
PREVIEW AVAILABLE!LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP!FROM THE CREATOR OF 50 STEM LABS & 50 MORE STEM LABS comes this collection of 50 Social Studies Activities for kids. Recommended for grades K to 6 and up! Each one has a snappy title, a brief set of instructions, recommended materials list, and space for notes. These are very adjustable for your classroom, home, or homeschool needs. Do projects for concepts like: Geography, Cultural Studies, Economics, History, G
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K - 8th
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Microscope Activity Pack
Learn the basics about microscopes, who invented the first microscope, types of microscopes and some fun activities exploring items easily found around the house.
* Zacharias Janssen (Read-A-Lesson)
* Biography Worksheet
* Timeline Cards
* Parts of a Microscope
* Types of Microscopes (Cut and glue activity)
* Investigate Aluminum Foil (Explaining what an atom is)
* Investigate Matter (Sugar, Salt, Pepper, Toilet Paper, Velcro, Cake Sprinkles, and more)
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1st - 6th
Magic Milk Color Science Experiment | St Patricks Day Rainbow Activity Grade K 1
Explore milk and soap by creating a rainbow of colors. Uses easy-to-find and inexpensive supplies for kitchen science fun. Great for Saint Patrick's Day, nutrition unit, chemistry, or adding to a dairy farm lesson. Memorable for sure!Included in the Hands-On Investigation and Teacher Guide:Correlation to the *Next Generation Science Standards: Science and Engineering Practices for Kindergarten-Second Grade. Background Information and Teacher Tips.6-page Investigation Journal following the Sci
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K - 2nd
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K-2-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
, K-PS2-1
Ancient Egyptian Mummy Project
Learn about mummies AND learn to make one yourself. Yes, we are going to mummify a CHICKEN! All information, instructions, and forms for documenting the project are included. This is a project that would be fun for EVERY age!
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K - 12th
Women in STEM Science Lesson PowerPoint Experiment Lab Report Writing Prompt
Introduce your students to Katherine Johnson: An amazing physicist and fantastic mathematician with a life story that is sure to inspire future STEM students to follow their dreams, regardless of the opposition they may face. (Yes, if you're wondering, she's one of the awesome scientists featured in Hidden Figures!)
In this package, you will receive a beautifully designed PowerPoint presentation that is ready to show to your class AND includes:
*Biographical Information
*Information on careers
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1st - 6th
Making Butter Science Experiment Worksheet
With this fun experiment, students get hands-on with the emulsion process by making butter in a jar!
Perfect for: Thanksgiving, Colonial studies, early American studies, cause and effect, sequencing, and life skills.
At the end of each experiment, there is a section to either discuss or write the results.
This pack includes modified experiments for special education, younger learners, and students who are unable write words or sentences. A page is also included for older or a more advanced
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PreK - 3rd
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Lucky Charms Math & Science Activity Bundle | March Hands-On Learning!
Math, Science, Lucky Charms, and St. Patrick's Day - What student wouldn't be engaged? Try out The Primary Pencil's Lucky Charm Math & Science Activity Bundle! Created for elementary learners, this March resource offers hands-on and interactive lesson plans that combine sensory experiences, scientific experiments, and foundational math skills. Perfect addition to your seasonal themed learning or holiday party! -- Lucky charms NOT included ;)Bundle FeaturesLucky Charms Sort, Graph, & Tast
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K - 2nd
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Martin Luther King Jr. STEM Challenge-Build a Monument
Looking for a way to combine history and engineering? Well look no further! This MLK STEM Challenges asks learners to build a monument to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Google Slides take you and your learners through the lesson and includes a video of who Dr. King is, timer for the challenge, materials list, etc. It also defines and shows other famous monuments. Materials are basic supplies and can be changed based on what you have available.You can also add in a math component by measuring y
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K - 4th
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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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Lucky Charms Science Experiment | K-3 March Investigation | Scientific Method
Your little leprechauns will love this hands-on, interactive St. Patrick's Day STEM learning experience designed to foster scientific curiosity in K-3 students. This resource guides children through the scientific method, from formulating hypotheses to conducting experiments and drawing conclusions by exploring Lucky Charms!Product Features:Fun and Interactive Experiment: Engage your learners with an enjoyable experiment that combines Lucky Charms with hands-on science, using various liquids to
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K - 3rd
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Also included in: Lucky Charms Math & Science Activity Bundle | March Hands-On Learning!
HiStory Science - The Story of the Sundial
Bring history alive with HiStory Science!We start with a story. Learn about an ancient problem, meet the ancient scientists. Then, using simple household materials discover a new science concept.In the early days, there was no measured time. People might say, "I'll meet you at sundown" or, "We feast when the shadow is the length of a man." Soon, that wasn't enough. Learn how Ancient Egyptians harnessed the sun and created a way to measure time.HiStory science is a wonderful pairing to your Anci
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K - 5th
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Also included in: HiStory Science - Bundle!
Light Energy Science And STEAM | Rainbow Discovery | Grades K And 1
Discover the wonders of rainbows with an investigation, exploration, and STEAM activity. Students investigate how the path of light can be reflected and separated. They will use what they learn to create a spinning top of colors. An engaging and thoughtful science unit that lets little ones take the lead on their learning.Students will follow the scientific method to answer the question: Does the color of a CD affect the number of colors that reflect and separate off the CD? They will descri
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K - 1st
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
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Also included in: Holiday Science And STEM Year Long Bundle | Grade K 1 Experiments
Penny Cleaning Science Experiment
We used this is a science enrichment project during our money unit. The kids had a lot of fun and the sorting sheet helped keep the organized and on track.
I preceded the experiment with a presentation from the U.S. Mint site on how coins are made. We talked about the materials used for making pennies and the process of oxidation. I attached a "rainbow" of pennies to an index card with glue dots, and passed it around the room. It included a shiny new coin, one blackened and covered in ver
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1st - 5th
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St. Patrick's Day Easy Speech Experiment Speech Language Articulation Rainbow
Rainbow Cloud: Easy Speech Experiments Speech Language and Articulation activity. This activity is easy to prep in a 1/2in binder with some interactive pieces included.This bundle includes:•Following Directions•Requesting•AAC/Expanding MLU•Comprehension•Articulation•Fluency•Present&PastTense Verbs•Sequencing•Narrative Retell•Inferencing•Scientific Method•Vocabulary•WH Qs•Object/Function•Identify Objects•Basic Concepts•Category Sort•Describing•Compare/Contrast•Play Props
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K - 5th
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Recycling Powerpoint, Sort, and Inquiry
Recycling Inquiry: Why is it important to recyle?
Powerpoint slides share what happens to our trash and how long it takes for paper, plastic, tin to decompose.
Students were asked to bring in paper and plastic recylables. They made a prediction of what our class uses more of (paper or plastic). Then we sorted and recorded our data on the data sheet provided.
We tied this in with SS being good citizens and taking care of our community.
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K - 2nd
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Earthquake Experiment
Make an earthquake using 2 pieces of cardboard, tape, string, & dirt!
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K - 6th
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Rock Art Artifacts (INCLUDED in Cave Paintings & Petroglyphs Museum Bundle)
Make your own plaster artifacts for students to "play" with in your classroom social studies or art center. Step-by-step directions walk you (or a parent volunteer) through the 10-30 minute process required to make each of the following artifacts:
*plaster mortar and stone pestle (you supply the stone pestle), strong enough for grinding
*plaster "rock" that students can carve into a stone bowl
*sample plaster petroglyphs
*replica of the oldest petroglyphs on earth--cupules foun
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1st - 5th
HiStory Science - Bundle!
Bring history alive with HiStory Science!We start with a story. Learn about a historical problem, meet the scientists. Then, using simple household materials discover a new science concept.Six stories and experiments are included in this bundle:Meet meet Eratosthenes - Ancient Greek. Accomplished poet, mathematician, philosopher, and geologist. An observant man, he noticed that the shadows of the sun were different in Alexandria than his home town. Discover how Eratosthenes used simple measur
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K - 6th
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FREE Lucky Charms Science Experiment Observation Page | St. Patrick's Day
Your little leprechauns will love this hands-on, interactive St. Patrick's Day STEM science experiment. This FREE observation resource engages students in the scientific method by exploring the effects of various liquid on dissolving Lucky Charms!Product Includes:1 FREE sample observation pageThis is a sample of Lucky Charms Science Experiment | K-3 March Investigation | Scientific Method.You may also like: Lucky Charms Sort, Graph, & Taste Math ActivitiesMore science resources from The Prim
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K - 3rd
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Also included in: Lucky Charms Math & Science Activity Bundle | March Hands-On Learning!
HiStory Science - The Story of the Astrolabe
Bring history alive with HiStory Science!We start with a story. Learn about an ancient problem, meet the ancient scientists. Then, using simple household materials discover a new science concept.In this edition, meet Hypatia. As a respected teacher in Alexandria she instructed her students in many aspects of mathematics and philosophy. Follow along as we create an astrolabe and discover the magic of geometry!HiStory science is a wonderful pairing to your Ancient History studies. Hands on work m
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K - 5th
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Also included in: HiStory Science - Bundle!
HiStory Science - The Story of the Circumference of the Earth
Bring history alive with HiStory Science!We start with a story. Learn about an ancient problem, meet the ancient scientists. Then, using simple household materials discover a new science concept.In this edition, meet Eratosthenes - Ancient Greek. Accomplished poet, mathematician, philosopher, and geologist. An observant man, he noticed that the shadows of the sun were different in Alexandria than his home town. Discover how Eratosthenes used simple measurements to determine the circumference of
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K - 5th
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Also included in: HiStory Science - Bundle!
Pot of Gold STEM Engineering Challenge
Can you create a new pot for a leprechaun that will hold the most gold? That is the challenge! This STEM activity fits perfectly with St. Patrick’s Day and incorporates collaboration, critical thinking, measurement, graphing and a simple introduction into volume.
Included are:
Teacher Directions
Challenge Poster
Teamwork Tips
Design Page
Data Collection Lab Sheets
Reflection Questions
2 Graphing Choices
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
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K - 3rd
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Around the World: Italy SCIENCE PACK
This 97 PAGE SCIENCE PACK has it ALL for teaching about Italy's unique geological landscape.
This pack covers 4 main topic areas:
- PLATE TECTONICS
- overview of plate tectonics, review of Pangea, discussion of the types of plate movements and their consequences (earthquakes, volcanoes, etc).
- SIX plate tectonic experiments to review what was learned
- Additional worksheets, cut and paste, definition and experiment observation sheets
- VOLCANOES
- How volcanoes are
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Grades:
1st - 4th
CARTAS DINOSAURIOS
Cartas de dinosaurios en castellano con información interesante. Perfectas para hacer clasificaciones y relaciones con dinosaurios de juguete. Compara y descubre el nombre de todos ellos. Dispone de 26 cartas.
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PreK - 3rd
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