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8th grade science laboratories for Microsoft PowerPoint
Chemical and Physical Changes - CSI Lab: The Case of the Missing Cake - PPT
Teaching chemical and physical changes? This product frames the content in a fun, hands-on scenario where the students will be investigating to determine which suspect stole the missing cake. Students will be observing and classifying physical and chemical changes during this lab as well as using 21st century skills, such as collaboration and critical thinking.→ Read a blog post about this lab here!Included in this Package:• Student Lab Handout (3 pages in pdf)• Detailed Lesson Plan (7 pages i
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6th - 9th
Cell Structure and Function Bundle Cell Organelles Cellular Transport Cells
This Cell Structure Bundle has you covered from start to finish. It covers the history of cell studies, the cell theory, characteristics of living organisms, prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the cell organelles found in both animals and plants, and cellular transport (osmosis, diffusion, active and passive transport).In short, this complete teaching unit includes everything you need to teach a unit on Cells to your life science or biology students. Resources are available in BOTH printable and
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8th - 12th
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MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
Life Science Middle School Science NGSS 7th Grade Science Lessons Curriculum
Do you teach life science in middle school? Perfect for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade life science. Purchase this life science bundle and save 20%. This bundle covers all the life science standards for middle school NGSS. LS1: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes, LS2: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics Relationships in Ecosystems, LS2: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics Relationships in Ecosystems, and LS4: Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity. Students will be engaged in lear
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
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Plate Tectonics - Graham Cracker Lab
Step-by-step visual PPT, student lab worksheet, exit ticket, as well as video clips and visuals! Your students will have tons of fun while learning!!
I love having my kids do hands-on activities in class but I am always make sure that these activities are structured. This lab is no different; it's a great way to make sure your students are the one's learning while similarly making sure you don't go crazy! Perfect balance of teacher structure and student learning!
Students will use shaving crea
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5th - 8th
Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Science Skills Mega Bundle: Graphing, Concept Mapping, Scientific Method, Metric System, Scientific Measurement, Lab Safety, Significant Digits, Analyzing Data, Graphic Organizers, Scientific Notation, Scientific Writing, and More!After many years of teaching, I have come to realize that what my students need the most is a solid foundation in the science skills. If I can teach them the skills of science, then the rest of my school year flows along very nicely.This bundle contains all of my le
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7th - 11th
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Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
This complete teaching unit on classification and taxonomy includes everything you need to teach this unit to your life science or biology students. Many of the resources are available in BOTH printable and digital formats. Resources include a 71-slide PowerPoint presentation packed with colorful and interesting photographs, teacher notes, printable and digital student notes, labs, dichotomous classification keys, classification task cards, kingdoms card sort game, homework assignments, review
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8th - 12th
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HS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
Virus and Bacteria Bundle
It's all here! This bundle contains everything you need to teach a quality unit on viruses and bacteria to your biology or life science students. From the engaging PowerPoint to the final unit test, this bundle contains loads of NO PREP materials that are ready to be used with your students. All resources in this bundle are printable, and many of the resources in this bundle are available in Google Apps (Google Slides and Google Forms) digital versions.What is included in this bundle? ( Items
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8th - 11th
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Physical Science Middle School Science NGSS Science Lessons Year Long
This is a bundle of resources on Physical Science for Middle School. Purchase this physical science curriculum and save 20%. This resource is designed to meet ALL the NGSS standards for Physical Science for Middle School. Includes Structure and Properties of Matter, Chemical Reactions, Forces and Interactions, Energy, Waves, and Electromagnetic Radiation. Save 20% on this bundle! This set is perfect for schools that teach physical science in 8th grade. The units included in this bundle have:Les
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-PS2-4
, MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS3-2
, MS-PS4-1
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Introduction to Ecology Bundle
In this Ecology Bundle, students will learn about habitats and niches, biotic and abiotic factors, the greenhouse effect and ozone depletion, food chains and food webs, levels of ecological organization, climate zones, and so much more. See complete list below. PRINTABLE, EDITABLE, DIGITAL.In short, this complete teaching unit includes everything you need to teach an introductory ecology unit to your life science or biology students. Resources are available in BOTH printable and digital formats
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8th - 11th
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MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
Science Lab Safety Rules Unit - Lab Safety Activity, Contract, Quiz, PowerPoint
This bundle on laboratory safety can be used in any science class for grades 6 and up. This bundle has it all: Safety rules powerpoint with notes for teacher and students, lab activity, lab safety contract, quiz, medical emergency form, and pre lab preparation worksheet.As science teachers, it is our responsibility to bring science to life for our students by exposing them to as much lab work and experimentation as possible. However, it is essential that we maintain a safe environment by enfo
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
Climate change Ice Core Lesson and Lab
It can be difficult to find fun, hands on activities to use when teaching climate. Include ice cores in your climate and geologic time unit to increase engagement! Included in this lesson:1. A 26 slide PowerPoint lesson on glaciers and ice cores. It teaches students how and where ice cores are drilled, how they are analyzed, and what we can learn from them. Key vocabulary: Glaciers, ice cores, glaciologist, proxy record, isotopes, albedo effect.2. An ice core lab (4 page student worksheet, teach
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8th - 10th
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MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-5
Also included in: Weather and Climate Bundle
Middle School Earth Science Changes to the Earth's Surface and Earth's Systems
Are you looking for an Earth Science Bundle? This is a bundle of resources on Earth Science for Middle School. Purchase together here and save 20%. This resource is designed to meet the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas: History of The Planet Earth, Plate Tectonics and Large-Scale System Interactions, Earth's Materials and Systems, and the Role of Water in Earth's Surface Processes. Students will be engaged in hands-on labs and close reading passages to learn about Earth Systems and how they continua
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
8th Grade Science California Integrated Model Full Year Science Curriculum CAST
This is a bundle for 8th Grade: NGSS California Integrated Model. This bundle covers the PEs and standards for NGSS for 8th grade in California. Purchase of this 8th-grade science bundle will save you 20% on these resources. If you teach 8th grade science in California, you need this bundle!Resources Include:Lesson PlansSlide ShowsStudent NotesLabsReading PassagesFollow-up pagesAssessments in Google Forms and PDFAnswer KeysTeachers Love this Integrated Science Bundle!❤️❤️❤️Camille ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
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8th
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MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ETS1-2
, MS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-1
, MS-PS2-4
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Metric System Bundle
This bundle has everything that a teacher needs to teach a unit on metric measurement to science students (life or physical sciences) in grades 8-12. This bundle includes a teaching PowerPoint, lecture notes for teacher, outline of notes for students, labs, task cards, homework assignments, practice problem worksheets, quizzes, review games, and a final unit test.From the engaging PowerPoint to the final unit test, this bundle contains loads of NO PREP materials that are ready to be used with yo
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8th - 10th
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Virus Lab - Epidemic Simulation Activity
Virus Lab - Epidemic Activity - PowerPoint and Handouts. In this classification activity, students simulate a virus epidemic lab using a party scenario and virus and vaccine stickers. This is a relevant activity when discussing influenza or corona covid-19 virus. This product is also found in our Life Science Curriculum Classification Unit Bundle and goes well with our Virus Public Service Announcement Project and Virus STEAM Lab Stations.What students do:* Simulate a school party where severa
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5th - 10th
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MS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
, MS-LS4-5
, MS-LS4-4
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First Week of School Biology Beginning of the Year Bundle
This is an intro to biology and life science bundle that will easily cover the first week of school and beyond. Enough material and topics to cover the first 2-3 weeks, including scientific method, graphing, intro to biology and lab safety. Ease into those first few weeks of school with ample materials that will further prepare you to start off on the right foot for any biology or life science class! In this package you will find over twenty materials as follows: Beginning of the Year Activiti
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7th - 10th
Evolution Unit Bundle - Natural Selection and Mechanisms of Evolution
This Theory of Evolution Complete Unit Bundle covers the work of Darwin, natural selection, the mechanisms of evolution, homology and homologous structures, embryology, patterns of evolution, and more. See complete list of topics below.This unit bundle includes everything you need to teach an introductory unit on evolution to your life science or biology students. Includes both printable and digital formats. The bundle contains a 96-slide PowerPoint presentation, lecture notes for the teacher,
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8th - 12th
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HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-1
Properties of Matter Unit Bundle - Matter States and Changes
This "Matter and Change Unit" includes everything you need to teach a unit on the properties of matter and change to your physical science or chemistry students. Students will explore physical and chemical changes, states of matter, characteristics of elements, compounds, and mixtures, and more. See complete list of topics below.Many resources are available in BOTH printable and digital formats. The bundle contains a 37-slide PowerPoint presentation, lecture notes for the teacher, a guided notes
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7th - 10th
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Ecosystems Unit Bundle - Energy Flow, Food Chains, Matter Recycling
This "Ecosystems Complete Unit Bundle" covers the flow of energy through ecosystems, the recycling of matter, food chains and food webs, energy pyramids, biogeochemical cycles, and more. See complete list of topics covered below.This unit bundle includes everything you need to teach a unit on ecosystems, energy flow and the recycling of matter to your life science or biology students. The bundle contains an 83-slide PowerPoint presentation, lecture notes for the teacher, a guided notes outline f
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8th - 11th
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HS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-4
FOOD WEB Dice Roll Game For Events Causing Changes in Populations- Biodiversity
Fun and engaging, digital interactive game to determine the effects of natural or man made disturbances on the biodiversity of populations of organisms in a FOREST food web. Easy prep and great for Earth Day or environmental science units! Students first use the given food chains to draw lines connecting interacting organisms on the forest ecosystem food web. Then they roll a pair of dice to determine which detrimental event occurred. They DELETE the lines connecting the affected organisms on
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS2-4
Ecology MEGA Bundle Populations Communities Ecosystems
All of my ecology and environmental science resources (6 ecology unit bundles) are included in this one Super-Mega-Bundle! This mega-bundle includes all of the PowerPoints, notes, labs, task cards, homework assignments, review games, quizzes, activities, and unit tests that you need to teach a complete and comprehensive unit on ecology. There are 6 ecology bundles included with enough content and resources for at least 12 weeks of instruction. This mega-bundle covers the content found in the
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
, MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
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Ecosystems Activities & Interactions & Food Webs & Resource Availability
This HUGE Bundle addresses the NGSS MS LS Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics. Students will learn about interactions between organisms, cycling of matter and flow of energy, physical and biological components of an ecosystem, and designing a solution to address an ecological problem.This Bundle Contains:Slide ShowsReading PassagesResponse PagesInteractive Notebook InsertsLabsLab PagesAssessmentsEcosystem ActivitiesThis Ecosystem Bundle Includes:Ecosystems Patterns and InteractionsEcosystem Food
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Evolution Bundle
Bundle and save with this evolution unit! Check out the previews of the lessons, labs, and activities included in your purchase!Be sure to follow my TpT store by clicking on the green "follow me" next to my seller picture to receive notifications of new products and upcoming sales. Don't forget to leave feedback to earn TpT credits that can be used for future purchases! ♻️ Check out my blog ♻️ Follow me on facebook♻️ Follow me on instagram♻️ Follow me on pinterest
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8th - 11th
Newton's Laws of Motion and Calculating Speed Distance and Time MS PS2-2
In this unit, students will learn about Newton's laws of motion and calculate speed, distance, and time traveled. Students will participate in a hands-on lab in which they will measure the time it takes to travel a certain distance and calculate speed. Students will apply this information to Newton’s three laws of motion. This unit also touches on potential and kinetic energy. The speed equation is introduced, and sample problems are included. Students will also identify variables in the experi
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6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
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