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Kindergarten Winter social studies laboratories
Christmas science experiment with a Gingerbread Man | Gingerbread man activities
Christmas science experiment for kids to do this December with a Gingerbread Man. Your students will love exploring Gingerbread Man cookies with this hands on Christmas science activity this Winter. This Gingerbread Man science experiment comes with 3 different worksheets so that you can differentiate based on your students needs. There's an option for:Only drawing the predictions and resultsFinishing a sentence stem and drawing predictions, as well asWriting complete sentences and drawing pred
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PreK - 1st
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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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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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Science Experiments for Young Learners with Crafts {Winter Unit}
Brrr, Winter is here! This unit contains a blizzard of fun, hands-on experiments that keep the students engaged while exploring all about Winter. The experiments are easy to understand, easy to set up, and easy to conduct. You will love the recording sheets that are included for each experiment for students to complete and add to their interactive science journals. There are also cute Winter crafts to go along with this unit. The experiments will bring out the little scientist in everyone!
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PreK - 2nd
Freezing And Melting Ice Science And STEM | Winter Activities | Grade K 1
Discover the states of matter by exploring the effects of salt on ice. A complete unit with an Experiment, Further Exploration, and STEM Challenge. Uses inexpensive and easy-to-find supplies. Great for the winter and Christmas season.Included in the Hands-On Investigation and Teacher Guide:K-2 NGSS Science and Engineering Practices AlignmentBackground Information and Tips3 Hands-on Activities5-Page Dangling Ice Investigation Journal at the student’s levelFurther Exploration with different mater
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K - 1st
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K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Also included in:Â Holiday Science And STEM Year Long Bundle | Grade K 1 Experiments
5 Super Cool Winter Science Experiments for Kids
5 Super Cool Winter Science Experiments is a hands-on ebook that contains snowy, sparkly, wintry fun for kids ages 4-10.Create your own icicles, launch tiny snowmen several feet into the air, grow your own wintry snow scene, conjure up an indoor snowstorm, and make a snowman explode using common household supplies! All of the activities are suitable for the classroom or at home, for small groups or large classroom demonstrations alike.
All of these winter science experiments can be completed ye
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PreK - 4th
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Winter STEM Activities - December Science Experiments - Snow Science Experiments
Explore the Magic of Winter Science with Our Engaging STEM Activities! ❄️Are you searching for captivating ways to make the winter season an educational wonderland for your curious learners? Look no further! Our bundle of December Science Experiments and Snow Science Activities is here to turn cold days into a thrilling exploration of scientific marvels.One key problem we solve is engaging young minds during the winter months. Winter can often confine us indoors, but that doesn't mean the fun a
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PreK - 7th
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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
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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Sunshine and Melting Science And STEM | Weather For Spring and Summer | K 1 2
Gather the easy-to-find supplies and get ready to explore the Sun's energy on Earth's surface. This is a complete week-long set of hands-on activities. A thorough teacher guide and student pages are included. Add in some popsicles for a memorable experience. Students will follow the scientific method to discover which ice cubes melt the fastest, the ones in the sunlight or the shade. They will record observations, collect data, create a graph, and work together to summarize their results.
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K - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Holiday Science And STEM Year Long Bundle | Grade K 1 Experiments
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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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:Â HiStory Science - Bundle!
Gingerbread Man Science Experiment
Would the Gingerbread Man have actually crumbled? This simple science experiment is fascinating and so much fun for early elementary students! This product includes a student recording sheet with a place to draw and label their prediction and a place to draw and label their observations.
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PreK - 2nd
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Sink or Float Ice Cubes Experiment & Winter STEM Activities
Are you on the lookout for an engaging and educational way to introduce your kids to the wonders of scientific exploration? Look no further! Our Sink or Float Ice Cubes Experiment is the perfect solution to foster curiosity and problem-solving skills in young minds.Gone are the days of mundane experiments! This experiment not only entertains but also teaches the fundamental principles of the scientific method. The problem-solving aspect is beautifully addressed as children delve into the fascina
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K - 7th
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Hot Chocolate Science Experiment
Use this experiment and recording sheets to introduce or review the parts of the scientific method.
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K - 4th
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January Science STEM experiments and activities
This science pack focuses on 4 major areas within science: biology, earth science, physics, and chemistry all with fun January/winter/ New Year's themes! Each works perfectly for a one day fun science focus, or broken apart and used throughout the week! This pack is intended to give a fun introduction to a single principle in 4 of the major areas of science: biology, earth science, physics and chemistry!Make sure to take a look at the preview to see everything this pack holds and to see the supp
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K - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Full Year science STEM experiments and activities BUNDLE
My Own Snow Storm- FREE STEM Activity
Do you need some short STEM activities for your students to fill in between PBL’s? Are you just starting out in your STEM journey? Do you need to create excitement about Science in your class? These STEM activities will work for any of those situations!
Try these out for free and if you like them please rate them on whichever site you downloaded them from! Also- tell your friends :)
Who doesn’t love a snow storm where you don’t get cold or even have to shovel? Have your students create the
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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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December Science STEM experiments and activities
This science pack focuses on 4 major areas within science: biology, earth science, physics, and chemistry all with a fun December winter theme! Each works perfectly for a one day fun science focus, or broken apart and used throughout the week! This mini-pack is intended to give a fun introduction to a single principle in 4 of the major areas of science: biology, earth science, physics and chemistry!Make sure to take a look at the preview to see everything this pack holds and to see the supply li
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K - 3rd
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Also included in:Â Full Year science STEM experiments and activities BUNDLE
Quick and Easy Candy Cane Experiment
Quick and easy science experiment to use with your students! Student will use water, cups, candy canes, oil, and vinegar to learn more about how solids dissolve in a liquid, and the process of experiment writing. This is very engaging for kids of most ages! It's up to you how in-depth you go with the science behind the experiment - a detailed explanation of how this experiment works is included!Everything you need to launch experiment writing in your classroom with simple and engaging experiment
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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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Winter Apraxia Scenes Boom Cards Bundle CV, VC, CVC & CVCV
This product contains TWO BOOM Card containing Winter Apraxia Cards. These cards have options for CV, VC, CVC & CVCV sound practice with a moveable piece to find the snowman surprise, as well as eight different seek and find picture scenes.Previous, next, and home buttons are included for easy navigation.Please note: You must have and be signed into a Boom Learning account. You can use this resource on any internet connected device. You can access this deck anytime by clicking on your “Libra
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PreK - 3rd
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Winter Weather Graph! {Aligned to K Foss Weather Unit!}
Product Information: This is a simple graph to track the four kinds of winter weather- snowy, sunny, windy, cloudy. Also, the second page, is a graph to track the temperature. It works well with the K Foss Kit Unit on Weather, but could be used by any grade. Enjoy! Related Resources: Spring Weather GraphingWinter Weather GraphingRelated Winter ResourcesDecember Morning Work PacketWinter Themed Symmetry PracticeNew Years 100 Chart PuzzleSanta 100 Chart PuzzleWinter Writing Prompt PagesWinter Dice
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PreK - 3rd
WINTER SCIENCE EXPERIMENT FOR PRESCHOOL AND TODDLERS | FIZZING SNOWMAN
HAPPY WINTER! Add this fun Toddler or Preschool Science experiment into your Winter lesson plans and it will sure to be a hit with your toddler, preschool, or early elementary student! With this activity, your student will learn about chemical reactions by doing a "cool" experiment!This resource includes an instruction sheet, an idea sheet, and sorting tray labelsIf you like this, be sure to check out more of the Winter Line for Toddlers and Preschoolers by clicking on the title below! 1. Winter
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in:Â WINTER Math & Literacy Worksheet Activity Bundle for Preschool and Toddlers
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Importance of learning social studies
Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.
Benefits of learning social studies
Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.
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On TPT, social studies resources come in various formats, from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of social studies concepts, or to reteach a tricky topic. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning social studies will be so much easier.
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital social studies resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you’re teaching students about America’s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, we’ve got you covered.
Social studies resources on TPT offer informative lessons, engaging texts, intriguing facts, interactive puzzles, and enjoyable trivia games. These grade-specific resources ensure that all students can access age-appropriate materials that stimulate their minds and enhance their creative thinking abilities.
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