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5th grade art laboratories
Snowflakes (using paper chromatography)
This activity uses coffee filters and water-soluble ink pens to make beautiful snowflakes to use as classroom decorations during the holidays! They can be taped up onto windows, used as binder decorations, on the tree, etc. The neat thing about these snowflakes is that students use the principles of chromatography to separate the black ink into it's many colors and learn something while having fun! I use this same activity with juniors and seniors in high school. Kids of all ages have fun w
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PreK - 12th
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STEAM into Reading - Ocean Themed Family Engagement Night STEM Stations
Are you looking for STEM Stations for your family engagement night? Would you like to link reading with STEAM for your One Book One School Event? These ocean themed STEAM Stations combines reading and STEAM for family engagement success! These STEM stations were designed to align with the themes from the books The Islanders and Stella Diaz Never Gives Up. Each station incorporates ocean conservation or ocean related topics. What’s Included:✅Implementation Guide ✅10 STEAM Station Instructions ✅Su
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Grades:
K - 5th
Sustainable Fashion - Why Upcycling?
This is the second module of the Sustainable Fashion package, focused on upcycling. In this lesson, students will learn about the fast fashion industry's impact on the environment. They will discover how upcycling can be an alternative solution.Students will conduct a science experiment that analyzes the decomposition and wearability of several fabrics, to simulate how garments behave over time in a landfill.
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4th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-3
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
STEM Challenge Make Sound Effects Sound Energy Science Lab PRINT and DIGITAL
For this STEM Challenge, students learn about the history of sound effects in live theater, radio, and television. Next, they experiment with everyday objects to create 7 different sounds (a rolling sound, a jumping sound, thunder, rain, etc.) Finally, they read the included story aloud, inserting their sound effects when prompted. This high interest lab is the perfect addition to your sound energy science unit. This resource includes:teacher directions with suggestions, discussion questions, an
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4th - 7th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-2
, 4-PS3-2
Also included in: Sound Energy Mechanical Waves Unit Bundle of 7 Science Lessons
Growth Mindset, Art, and Science Activity: Edible Neurons
Are you looking for an activity that teaches the structure of neurons, which are so crucial to learning, all while creating a yummy edible model? Look no further!
This document includes:
~A materials list
~A procedure list
~A neuron diagram
~Pictures of partially and completely finished edible neurons
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5th - 10th
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Symmetry Light Energy Lab Activity Create a Symmetrical Design PRINT and DIGITAL
In this STEAM science lab experiment, students create a symmetrical design using a window as a light box for tracing. In the process, they'll learn about symmetry and how light boxes work (sunlight shines through translucent paper and casts shadows because of the opaque ink markings). This activity is the perfect way to blend math (geometry) and science (light energy) with art and design! This resource includes: teacher directions with discussion questions and suggested extension activitiesbackg
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-2
Making sherbet, kitchen chemistry - fun activity with scientific explanation
A method for making sherbet in the classroom There is opportunity for design and creativity to design packaging and a name for their sherbet which could be used as a cross curricular opportunity with the DT/Art department or as part of your schools STEM development. I have included a small section of food hygiene but please ensure all equipment is clean (I borrow equipment from the food science department) A bit of fun but also a link to Chemistry in real life and encourages students to think ab
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4th - 12th
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How to Thread a Needle
This is a set of instructions to teach students how to thread a needle, tips on getting thread through the eye of the needle, how to arrange your thread for sewing and how to tie a knot. It's a full colour document for you to print on your colour laser or inkjet ready to handout to your students or to project on to your screen. Great for your sewing and textiles classes or for your mini classroom projects.
This is a great resource to lead up to how to set on a button that is also available f
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K - 12th
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Create an Alien Planets of the Solar System Project
This is a fun, engaging, multidisciplinary project that allows students to demonstrate their learning of the planets of the Solar System.
Students will research a planet and design an alien that could potentially live on the planet. Their alien's characteristics should reflect the characteristics they learned about the planet they researched. They will then create a model of their alien using whatever materials are available to them.
Included in this package are the following:
- Project instr
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Grades:
4th - 7th
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Free Cute Dog Coloring Pages for Kids V1
Dog Coloring Pages for Kids V1" is a collection of adorable dog-themed coloring pages designed specifically for children. This set typically includes various illustrations of cute dogs in different poses, expressions, and settings, allowing kids to engage their creativity and imagination while having fun coloring. These coloring pages may feature popular dog breeds, cartoon-style dogs, or whimsical dog characters, each providing a delightful and enjoyable coloring experience for children. These
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids Vol.01
"Christmas Coloring Pages for Kids Vol.01" is likely a collection of coloring pages themed around Christmas and designed specifically for children. Here's a description of what you might expect from such a collection:Christmas Themes: The coloring pages will feature various Christmas-related themes such as Santa Claus, reindeer, Christmas trees, snowmen, ornaments, presents, stockings, candy canes, and other festive elements associated with the holiday season.Child-Friendly Designs: The illustra
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Grades:
PreK - 12th
AI Art Challenge
The primary learning objective of the "AI Art Challenge" activity is for youth to explore STEAM with art and artificial intelligence. Through this creative process, youth will gain hands-on experience in using AI tools to generate, modify, or enhance artworks. The goal is to foster artistic expression and explore the innovative possibilities AI brings to the art world. Youth will develop a deeper appreciation for the fusion of technology and creativity. They will also gain valuable insights into
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The History of Color Theory Combined With The Chemical Process Behind Textiles
The History of Color Theory Combined With The Chemical Process Behind Colored Textiles is an all inclusive presentation that combines art and chemistry. This is a great STEAM lesson! The presentation reviews how Newton discovered visible light waves and the development of color theory. It also discusses the history of textile dye and how chemicals bind to fabrics. This includes a HANDS ON Color Theory Activity and a Textile Lab. Lab Procedures, student answer document, and examples of the finish
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Elegance in Repose
"Elegance in Repose" suggests a description evoking a sense of grace, sophistication, and tranquility. It could refer to various contexts, such as:Artwork or Photography: It might describe a piece of art or a photograph capturing a scene or subject that exudes elegance and calmness. This could include portraits of people in relaxed poses, serene landscapes, or still-life compositions featuring refined objects.Fashion or Design: The phrase could be used to describe a fashion collection, interior
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
Back To School Apple Bundle → Printable Classroom Banner & Name Labels
Prepare your classroom in apple style with our back to school printable bundle. This includes 2 resources: -Printable Apple Name Banner-Apple Student Name LabelsProduct Descriptions:Name BannerIntroduce yourself to your students and your teaching space with your own name banner - designed with apples! This pack includes all letters of the alphabet and can be used to share exciting things other than your name (I did one for "Meet The Teacher" night and it was a huge hit with my students)*Includes
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Building a Fan, Engineering Project, Team or Individual Activity (Word & PDF)
This is my favorite engineering project, EVER. It worked wonderfully. The students were engaged every step of the way. It was accessible and easy for them to evaluate their success. They were motivated to improve their designs, and for the more artistic-minded students, the criteria to be attractive gave them an outlet to incorporate aesthetic elements in their design.
This project works as a team or individual project. It works for a wide range of ages, and there are several opportunities to e
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3rd - 8th
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Discover Color: a mixing experiment
*Also available in the Everything Art Bundle*
This exciting activity is a great way for students to independently discover color mixtures and values, and take notes on their discoveries. There are instructions, but the color choices are left open for students to do their own experimenting. Great for the 2nd grade and up art room or classroom. A second sheet of blank paper is needed in addition to this sheet.
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2nd - 8th
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Back To School Apple Bundle → Printable Classroom Banner & Colorful Name Labels
Prepare your classroom in apple style with our back to school printable bundle. This includes 2 resources: -Printable Apple Name Banner-Apple Student Name LabelsProduct Descriptions:Name BannerIntroduce yourself to your students and your teaching space with your own name banner - designed with apples! This pack includes all letters of the alphabet and can be used to share exciting things other than your name (I did one for "Meet The Teacher" night and it was a huge hit with my students)*Includes
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Fiddler Crab Lab: HANDS ON activity!
Bring science to life in your classroom with this activity! If you have a fiddler crab as a classroom pet, this lab sheet is for you! Lab directions: After discussing the characteristics of fiddler crabs and their unique adaptations, have small groups of students examine the fiddler crab in its tank. Students should draw and label the parts of the crab while at the crab tank, then they can complete the following questions while at their seats.
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3rd - 5th
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Paper Chromatography S.T.E.A.M. Lab
FOUR ACTIVITIES IN ONE! Students will be excited to learn about color in this visual and hands-on lab. Multiple options let you adapt the lesson for primary students through middle school.
They will learn how secondary colors are created by mixing primary colors and how those in turn blend to create new hues.
Art applications turn this S.T.E.M. lesson into a beautiful S.T.E.A.M. activity. Web links for further exploration allow more advanced students to study the science of chromatography and h
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1st - 8th
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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
Grades:
1st - 5th
Earthworm Investigation Lab Sheet: HANDS ON activity!
Bring science to life in your classroom with this activity! This lab can be done with younger students as a basic lesson in observation, or can be done with older students as part of a discussion on decomposers.Lab directions: Each group of students will need one earthworm (nightcrawler earthworms can be bought in the sporting goods section at Walmart), a paper plate (or science tray) containing equal parts of rock gravel, leaves, and soil, and a cup of water with an eye-dropper in it. Students
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
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An animal orchestra
Clipart for your music lab!
Learn the name of some instrument.
Clipart:
1 Robin Orchestra Director BW
1 Robin Orchestra Director COLOUR
1 Viewer Ant BW
1 Viewer Ant COLOUR
1 Bassoon Bear BW
1 Bassoon Bear BW
1 Arpist Bee BW
1 Arpist Bee COLOUR
1 Chorist Chicken BW
1 Chorist Chicken COLOUR
1 Dancing Mouse BW
1 Dancing Mouse COLOUR
1 Chorist Duck BW
1 Chorist Duck COLOUR
1 Drummer Elephant BW
1 Drummer Elephant COLOUR
1 Violinist Hedgehog BW
1 Violinist Hedgehog Colour
2 Notes BW
7 Notes COLOUR
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PreK - 12th, Staff
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Color Theory Experiment (pdf)
This 24 slide presentation guides students through the process of forming and testing a hypothesis while learning complementary colors created through afterimages. Included in this resource:each set of complementary colors an explanation of afterimagesextra images to testan embedded timerThis activity can be taught in whole group lecture style, during small group instruction, or used as an independent activity. I like to teach this lesson in conjunction with my Color Theory presentation also s
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Color Theory Bundle: Interactive Presentations & Handouts (pdf)
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