6th grade math laboratories for Microsoft Word

Candy Probability: Discovery of EXPERIMENTAL vs. THEORETICAL Probability

Created by

Middle Schoolers LOVE probability! This is a GREAT lesson around Halloween when the kids are already hyped up on sugar and want to 'talk' to their classmates. This activity allows the students to DISCOVER the differences between EXPERIMENTAL and THEORETICAL probability and connect it to everyday experiences. The probability lesson lends itself to fractions, decimals, percents, data collection, rational & irrational numbers, statistical graphs (box and whiskers, frequency tables...), measu

Subjects:

Fractions, Math, Statistics

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Laboratory, Centers

HotWheels Speed Lab with a Distance Time Graph

Created by

Shalon Johnson

This is a fun lab to experiment with speed! Supplies needed per group include: make-shift ramp, masking tape, 3 stop watches, meter-stick, hot wheels car and this lab sheet. Students will mark of one, two and three meters with the tape. Three students with stop-watches will stand at each of those meters. Groups will count down and as another student releases their car down the ramp, all stop watches should start their time simultaneously with the release of the car. Each student will stop their

Subjects:

Applied Math, Science

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Laboratory

Physical properties of matter review using pennies Mass, Volume, and Density Lab

Created by

Mr Matthew science

Physical properties of matter review using pennies to find mass, density, and volume. Supplies You will need many pennies for this lab 15 each of 1981 and older ones and 1983 and newer ones per group. Triple balance beam per group or a central few Small graduated cylinder approximately 50mL I did this with my 6th grade science class, it give them a hands on comparison that density is different from volume and that density of the same materials stays the same no matter the weight. Stu

Subjects:

Applied Math, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Halloween Mystery Lab

Created by

Engaging Middle School Minds

In this lab activity students will investigate how drop height of a substance affects the diameter of a splattered droplet. They will utilize the scientific method to conduct this experiment which will actively engage middle school science students! Students LOVE this!

Subjects:

Halloween, Measurement, Other (Science)

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Gravity Lab: Calculating Distance in Space

Created by

Mark Brown

In this lab, students start by measuring how far they can jump on Earth, and then calculate how far they could jump on the different planets and Earth's moon, based on the amount of gravity present on each body. This was a great way to demonstrate the effects of gravity, while also reinforcing the 6th grade math concept of division of decimals. All steps of the scientific method are included, along with a full rubric to assess students' learning. **Find the Dual Language Spanish version here:

Subjects:

Decimals, Earth Sciences, Science

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Handouts, Laboratory, Centers

Modeling Percent of Moon Illuminated Science Math Lab Activity

Created by

Mrs Lyons

Overview In this activity students will create a mathematical (graphing) model of the lunar phases. They will use metric measurement skills to determine percentage representation of moon phases and develop a graph of the lunar phase. Then they will analyze the graph to make predictions. Student Learning Objectives: • Measure accurately using a metric ruler • Calculate percent of moon surface illuminated • Organize and graph data Standards Alignment: • Middle School Science (6-8) Next Generatio

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Math, Science

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Laboratory

Metrics, Measurement, and Conversions Lab

Created by

Innovative Science Curriculum Solutions

When I teach the Metric System at the beginning of the year, I have my students do this lab. They measure the length of various objects, mass, volume of liquids, volume of a box (3D on the lab), temperature in Celsius, and answer a few wrap-up questions. Students complete some metric conversions along the way.I have used this lab with 7th and 10th graders. It would be easy to modify to any level. It is in Word, so change anything as needed for your class!You will have to create your own key, ba

Subjects:

Math, Measurement, Science

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Also included in: The BIG Biology Bundle!

Heart Rate Investigation - Fitness in Health and Physical Activity

Created by

Stephanie P

This investigation allows students to measure their heart rates after different physical activities. It will allow them to see that the more vigorous the activity, they higher their heart rate will climb. It also allows areas for reflection and can be used for further learning throughout the year. This is a great activity to begin a fitness unit or to even start at the beginning of the year. A great cross curricular approach as well, incorporating math and the need for addition and multipli

Subjects:

Health, Math, Physical Education

Grades:

2nd - 12th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

EDITABLE Marble Roller Coaster Lab Potential/Kinetic Energy & Calculating Speed

Created by

Sarah Bhanji

The marble roller coaster is always a class favorite. This FULLY EDITABLE lab can be detailed and tailored to your classroom needs. It includes potential and kinetic energy, gravitational energy, energy transformation, and calculating speed learning opprotunitites for students.

Subjects:

Math, Science

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Ms. Burrows' Human Body Proportion Lab Parts 1 and 2

Created by

CreativeMathLessons

A full description of this lab is free to download on TCP under my other listings. This is printable lab worksheet for students to use for the Human Body Proportions Lab. This is an EXCELLENT lesson that both you and your students will enjoy. Ms. Burrows Body Proportions Lab by Dana M. Burrows is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.

Subjects:

Algebra, Math, Measurement

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Lesson

Calculating Speed Experiment & Practice using ramps, marbles- Scientific Method

Created by

Scienceisfun

Use the Scientific Method to determine and practice calculating speed using the formula: Speed= distance/ timeProblem: How does the incline of a ramp affect the speed of a marble rolling down it?Materials:Track (4 meter sticks placed on the floor to act as a track)Ruler (the ramp)3 ramp set-ups1 marbleTimerThis activity pairs nicely with:Calculating Speed Practice Task Cards (15) Speed, Distance or Time EDITABLEAND it is part of the following BUNDLE:Introduction to Motion and Calculating Speed

Subjects:

General Science, Math, Physical Science

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

"Watts Your Power on the Stairs?" Quick lab calculating work and power

Created by

Wendt Education

This lab activity has students compare the work and power they have while walking and running up a flight of stairs. This is a pretty common lab activity, but I just could not find a student handout that had exactly what I was looking for. So, I made this one and hope you will try it out and let me know how it goes! Students will have to measure the distance and time of each trial, and use the work and power formulas. They will also identify the independent variable, dependent variable, cons

Subjects:

Algebra, Basic Principles, Physical Science

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Centers

Unit Conversion (Unit Factor Method) Challenge Stations

Created by

The Middle Brain

I believe unit conversions / stoichiometry / dimensional analysis is one of the most important skills to master. It is so useful in real life, whether traveling internationally, cooking, building, sewing, etc. After the 50th worksheet and word problem, I decided to make activities and stations for my students to practice unit conversions. Each station is set up for a different “real life” scenario that could involve unit conversion. You can modify the scenarios to fit the materials you have, but

Subjects:

Measurement, Science, Word Problems

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Lesson

CCSS:

5.MD.A.1

, 5.MD.C.5

Also included in: Physical Science Bundle

Concept Comparison: Graphs in Science (Categorical vs Numerical)

Created by

TheScienceGiant

How do scientists use graphs? This concept comparison helps students contrast bar graphs, pie charts and line graphs created from categorical and numerical data. The recall device uses DRY MIX and TRAILS as acronyms to help Ss remember how variables are plotted on a graph, and standard format for a graph. The frame comparison helps students contrast rate of change, slope shape and written relationships of functions (y vs. x; y vs. x^2; y vs. 1/x, and so on). THREE (3) activities are included:ha

Subjects:

Basic Principles, Graphing, Science

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Study Guides, Laboratory, Scaffolded Notes

CCSS:

7.RP.A.2a

, 7.RP.A.2b

, 7.RP.A.2d

, 8.F.A.2

, 8.F.A.3

...

NGSS:

HS-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-3

Also included in: StayGiant Physics Bundle: Measurement

Olympic Proportions (Eight 7th Grade Math Stations)

Created by

Savage Seventh Grade Teacher

This lesson connects 7th grade Common Core math standards in Ratio/Proportions and Geometry to the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Students will work in groups of 3 to 5 and rotate about every 15 minutes to each station. Students will apply their knowledge of ratio, rate, unit rate, constant of proportionality, tables, graphs, writing equations, and computing actual lengths from a map using scale. Stations include interesting facts about the winter Olympics in Russia and/or require stu

Subjects:

Graphing, Math, Word Problems

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Laboratory, Centers

Algebra: Measures of Central Tendency Skittles Activity

Created by

Princeton

Fun way for students to practice using measures of central tendency: Mean, Median, Mode, and Range. Activity also reviews percentages. Students have so much fun working, collaborating, drawing, and of course love eating skittles!

Subjects:

Algebra, Math

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Density Lab Coke vs. Diet Coke Activity Middle School Science

Created by

The Lesson Pony

Here is a terrific no-prep lab to teach your Middle School Students the concept of Density. The lesson is printable and can also be used for distance learnersPlease see Preview and feel free to ask any questions!Materials1 Can of Coke1 Can of Diet CokeLarge Container of WaterIn this guided lab students explore the question "Which of your favorite sodas will sink, and which carbonated beverages will swim? It's the density at its finest!" We use coca cola, and diet coca cola in this lab that is N

Subjects:

Fractions, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Laboratory

Also included in: Density Solving for D=m/v Fun and Engaging Labs for Middle School Science

Scientific Tools - Measurement Lab

Created by

Adrienne Kravchak

This lab rotates students through stations that allow for exploration of measurement using scientific tools, including graduated cylinder, balance scale, stopwatch, rulers, and more. Stations will need to be set up by teacher using materials listed.

Subjects:

Math, Measurement, Science

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

Airborne Bacteria Lab: Calculate # of Bacteria in Room: NGSS: Distance Learning

Created by

Next Gen Sci Guy

In brief, this lab requires students to calculate the number of airborne bacteria in the classroom. They are given a conversion factor (50,000 bacterial cells per cubic meter), and must brainstorm what they need to know and the materials they will need. They then design a protocol to calculate the number (by accurately measuring the dimensions of the room, and applying a volume formula, LxWxH). To conclude, they average class data, and answer analysis questions. There is a link to an article

Subjects:

Biology, Math, Science

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

kool aid ratios

Created by

kenzie kelley

To practice ratios and equvalent ratios students will compare kool aid solutions. I have students complete the front by analyzing models and completing a table. Then on the back students get to make 5 solutions. I give them solid drink mix ( 2 types), a spoon, mixing cup, water, and small tasting cups. They make the kool aid, rate the taste, and write the ratios of teaspoons to mL of water.

Subjects:

Math, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Laboratory

CCSS:

NGSS:

MS-PS1-2

, MS-PS1-1

Types of Friction Lab

Created by

Nathan Watson

Friction is the resistive force that occurs when two surfaces travel along each other while forced together. You have learned that there are four types of friction: sliding friction, rolling friction, static friction, and air resistance.In this lab you will investigate rolling and sliding friction and will determine how the type of surface and weight affects the amount of friction.

Subjects:

Math, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Laboratory

NGSS:

MS-PS2-2

, HS-PS2-1

Gummy bear lab/ hypothesis, object volume, graph interpretation lab

Created by

Mister Science

This interactive lab for middle school and high school students teaches students how to create a correct hypothesis, prove or disprove the hypothesis using the scientific method, correct use of lab tools like graduated cylinders, triple beam balances, how to calculate density, and how to read and understand data charts. The lab uses the properties of gummy bears to teach these Key concepts. This lab can be used in its entirety over four class periods or can be broken into four separate smaller l

Subjects:

Applied Math, Physical Science, Writing

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Laboratory

S'more ratios

Created by

kenzie kelley

Students practice ratio writting with an in class activity. I give students a small cup with mini graham crackers, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and 1 other item. They compare the quantities of each snack. Then on the back they use these quantities to make smores, based on each ingredient.

Subjects:

Applied Math, Math

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Laboratory

CCSS:

Paper Plate Solar System Scale Model STEAM Activity

Created by

TheScienceGiant

Inexpensive and ingenious! Using household objects as reference materials (I.E.: paper plates, coins, paper cups, and K-cup pods), Ss design and decorate a solar system scale model with the Sun, Venus, Earth, the Moon, Jupiter and Uranus.Scientists are investigating how a newly discovered planetary system may have formed, based on our knowledge of our own Solar System. To do better this, ask Ss to reduce the Solar System to walkable distance, a one to ten billion scale of the sizes of the Sun an

Subjects:

Astronomy, Earth Day, Math

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

NGSS:

HS-ESS1-4

, MS-ESS1-2

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6th grade math laboratories for Microsoft Word

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