Middle school Halloween informational text laboratories

Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science

Do you need to teach your students about climate change and global warming? Students will learn about human impact on climate change and global warming with these engaging activities. They will learn about the Greenhouse Effect. They will learn about the factors that have caused global temperatures to rise over the past century. They will learn about various contributing factors to climate change.✅ The Greenhouse Effect is necessary for our planet to stay at a healthy temperature, but too much c

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Unit Plans, Laboratory, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

, RI.6.6

, RI.6.7

...

NGSS:

MS-ESS3-5

Also included in: 8th Grade Science for Indiana Science Standards Full Year Science Curriculum

Weather Fronts and Air Masses and Air Pressure and Weather Maps MS-ESS2-5.

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Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Physical Science

Do your students need to learn about masses, air pressure, and weather fronts? This unit on weather and climate will teach these concepts. This unit will help students understand the relationship of air pressure to weather changes. This resource covers warm fronts, cold fronts, stationary fronts, high pressure, low pressure, and storms. Students will love these engaging activities on air pressure, air masses, and weather fronts.This resource includes two complete units of study.The first is air

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Unit Plans, Laboratory, Lesson

CCSS:

, RI.6.3

NGSS:

MS-ESS2-5

Also included in: 8th Grade Science for Indiana Science Standards Full Year Science Curriculum

Middle School Earth Science Changes to the Earth's Surface and Earth's Systems

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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

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

, RI.6.6

, RI.7.1

...

NGSS:

MS-ESS1-4

, MS-ESS2-3

, MS-ESS2-2

, MS-ESS2-1

Eclipse Solar and Lunar Eclipses Activities MS-ESS1-1 Sun Earth and Moon System

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Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science

Solar and lunar eclipses are interesting to learn about. Students will understand the reason for eclipses and how and when eclipses occur. Students will make a model of an eclipse and read an informational text passage on lunar and solar eclipses. Students will understand that the relationship between the Sun, moon, and Earth is the reason for eclipses. Students will love these varied activities on eclipses. This unit should take about three days to complete. MS-ESS1-1This resource includes:•Sug

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Printables

NGSS:

MS-ESS1-1

The Rock Cycle and Earth's System for Recycling of Materials

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The rock cycle is an example of how Earth's materials are continually recycled. Students will learn about rocks and minerals and will love these engaging activities on the rock cycle and Earth's materials. This is part of the science standard Earth's Materials and Systems. Students will learn about the rock cycle through hands-on labs and close reading activities.This middle school science resource includes:nonfiction text passages on the rock cycleresponse pages with text-dependent questionshan

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-ESS2-3

, MS-ESS2-1

Also included in: Middle School NGSS Science Bundle & Bell Ringers & 5-E Lessons & Assessments

Eclipse & Seasons and Sun, Earth, and Moon and Moon Phases Activity MS-ESS1-1

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Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science

Phases of the moon, seasons, and eclipses are all part of the Earth, Sun, and Moon System. Students will develop and use a model to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the sun and moon, and seasons. The earth, moon, and sun systems interact to cause eclipses, phases of the moon, and seasons. This unit is fully aligned with NGSS MS-ESS1-1 ❤️Included in this unit on moon phases, seasons, and eclipses.a slide showphenomenahands-on labsfour pages of informational text passagesc

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Unit Plans, Laboratory, Lesson

CCSS:

, RI.6.3

Halloween, Science, Social Studies - History

, RI.6.6

NGSS:

MS-ESS1-1

Also included in: 6th Grade Science Curriculum for Indiana Academic Science Standards Full Year

Ancient Egypt Mummy STEM challenge

Created by

Sarah's STEM stuff

Get your students engaged in mummification while studying Ancient Egypt. Students make their own mummy in this hands on activity that brings together science and history. Students investigate what type of salt works best to preserve mummies. This is a great way to learn about Ancient Egyptian culture. In the first part, students test different salt solutions to see which works the best to preserve apple slices. They also read about the science of mummification to understand what is happenin

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Chemical Reaction Activities with Pennies - Penny Science Lab - Oxidation

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Chemistry, Informational Text, Science

Are you looking for a really fun chemical reaction lab? You will love Chemical Reactions with Pennies! Chemical reactions are fun to study! These three labs using pennies for chemical reactions demonstrate many science concepts. An easy and exciting set of experiments that demonstrate chemical reactions and other science concepts! This resource includes three hands-on lessons aligned with NGSS for 5th grade and Middle School Chemistry. The three lessons use easy-to-find materials such as pennie

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

, RI.5.4

NGSS:

MS-PS1-4

, 5-PS1-1

Also included in: Middle School NGSS Science Bundle & Bell Ringers & 5-E Lessons & Assessments

Plant and Animal Adaptations Structure and Function of Living Things - MS LS1-4

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Biology, Informational Text, Science

Plant and Animal Adaptations for Middle School Science - Students will learn about plant and animal structures that help them reproduce and survive. Students will learn about behavioral and structural adaptations in plants and animals. Aligns with NGSS MS-LS1-4.This resource includes:♻️ Suggested Schedule♻️ Lesson Plans♻️ Seven pages of informational text passages♻️ two slide shows♻️ strategic note-taking guide♻️ Flower dissecting lab♻️ response pages♻️ A true-false assessment♻️ answer keysTeach

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Unit Plans, Laboratory, Interactive Notebooks

NGSS:

MS-LS1-4

Also included in: 8th Grade Science for Indiana Science Standards Full Year Science Curriculum

Fall Halloween Science: Dissolve Candy Corn w/ the Scientific Method- DIGITAL!

Created by

Scienceisfun

Have a little science fun in October for Halloween!Use the Scientific Method to conduct 3 experiments:1st- Observe what happens when you add a candy corn to vinegar2nd- How does water temperature affect the dissolving rate of a candy corn.3rd- How does the type of liquid affect the dissolving rate of candy corn (water, Oil, alcohol)The first experiment (with the different temperature waters) is now available digitally for your remote/ distance learners! All they need is some cups, candy corn, a

Subjects:

Autumn, General Science, Halloween

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Centers

Also included in: HOLIDAY SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS BUNDLE: 30 Inquiry & STEM lessons for all seasons!

Photosynthesis Activities & Photosynthesis Diagram Photosynthesis Lab Science

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Biology, Close Reading, Informational Text

Students will learn about the role of photosynthesis in the cycling of matter and the flow of energy into and out of organisms. Students will learn about photosynthesis and The Calvin Cycle. Students will be introduced to photosynthesis, the oxygen cycle, the carbon cycle, and the parts of a leaf. This is a great middle school science unit aligned with NGSS middle school science standards. ✅This resource includes:two labslab pages4 pages of informational textinteractive notebook flapsresponse p

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-LS1-6

Also included in: 6th Grade Science Curriculum for Indiana Academic Science Standards Full Year

Layers of the Earth & Earth's Systems MS-ESS2-1 and MS-ESS2-1

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Do you want to teach about Earth's Layers?Students will read rich scientific passages on the properties of the Layers of the Earth and participate in hands-on activities to learn about the composition of the Earth’s layers and how they affect changes on the Earth’s surface. This resource is aligned with the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas: Earth Materials and Systems and The Role of Water in Earth's Surface Processes. This resource includes:four pages of informational text articles on layers of the

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

, RI.6.7

NGSS:

MS-ESS2-2

Also included in: Middle School NGSS Science Bundle & Bell Ringers & 5-E Lessons & Assessments

Fall Leaf Experiment - Photosynthesis - Seasons - Autumn Science Investigation

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Close Reading, Informational Text, Science

This is a great fall science activity. This fall experiment will explore why Leaves change color in the fall. Hint: It has to do with photosynthesis! The hands-on lab will demonstrate that green deciduous leaves have other pigments hidden within. Following the simple directions, students will see the other colors within a leaf appear. This is a really fun and easy experiment to do with simple household materials. The results are dramatic and exciting. ♻️ALSO INCLUDED:This resource also has a CLO

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

, RI.6.3

General Science, Halloween, Physical Science

, RI.6.5

...

NGSS:

MS-LS1-6

Also included in: NGSS Middle Chemical Reactions and Density Bundle

Ghostly Static Electricity! Halloween fun Scientific Method inquiry experiment

Created by

Scienceisfun

Have a little Halloween fun! Students create Static Electricity and try to get some 'ghosts' to dance. Simple materials are used. Two versions of the worksheet are given, one for students who have had some background with static electricity and one for thoese who have not. This can also be used as an introduction activity to static electricity. Have fun!Check out my other holiday products!Colors In a Plant/ Leaf Chromatography Experiment, Scientific MethodHalloween Science Inquiry force experime

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

General Science, Halloween, Physics

Also included in: HOLIDAY SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS BUNDLE: 30 Inquiry & STEM lessons for all seasons!

Halloween Science STEM Inquiry force experiment-Newton's 3rd law-balloon rockets

Created by

Scienceisfun

In this inquiry activity you build a balloon rocket (ghost) and time it as it 'flies' across a room. you then challenge students to create a ghost using simple materials that will fly in a faster time than yours. This is a fun way to teach Newton's Third Law of Motion, but there are 2 versions of the challenge included...One for upper level students who have learned the law, and one for lower levels who are just learning about forces. Included in this activity is an information sheet on Newt

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Also included in: Halloween or Fall Science STEM and Experiment Inquiry Bundle with 7+ activities!

6th Grade Science Arizona Science Standards Full Year Science Lessons and Labs

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General Science, Informational Text, Science

This bundle is for the Arizona Science Standards for 6th Grade. This resource covers all the standards for Arizona Science 6th Grade. Arizona has a specific set of standards that align with the resources I have included. Each standard is addressed by one or more resources. Based on the Arizona Science Standards for 6th grade. Save 20% by purchasing this bundle.Included in this bundle:•Slide Shows•Lesson Plans•Reading Passages•Labs•Lab Pages•Response Pages•Interactive Notebook Flaps•Assessments i

Subjects:

Grades:

6th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Printables

Triple Beam Balance Practice and Candy Lab

Created by

A Middle School Survival Guide

★ Triple Beam Balance Candy Practice ★ Oh, what to do with all the leftover holiday (Halloween, Christmas, Valentines Day, Easter) candy? Why not use it as an opportunity to practice measuring mass on the triple beam balance? About This Activity This activity is a fun introductory lab activity for early middle schoolers who are learning the triple beam balance. It is not intended as a full lab, but instead as lab practice with the triple beam balance measurement. Students appreciate candy b

Subjects:

Basic Principles, Halloween, Science

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Weathering and Erosion Middle School Earth Science

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This is an activity on weathering and erosion. It includes a lab, reading passages, and follow-up pages. Students will love the engaging lab on weathering! Students will see how the earth's processes like weathering and erosion have changed the surface of the Earth over time. This resource includes:informational text passages on weathering and erosiona lablab pagesFollow-up pagesanswer keysThis resource is designed to meet the standard for NGSS Earths Systems:MS-ESS2-2. Construct an explanation

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Halloween, Physical Science, Science

NGSS:

MS-ESS2-2

Also included in: Middle School NGSS Science Bundle & Bell Ringers & 5-E Lessons & Assessments

Lab: Paper Plate Periodic Table and m&m Atoms - Energy Levels and Electrons

Created by

TheScienceGiant

Students study the structure of the atom with m&m's atoms on a paper plate periodic table! This lab investigation on edible "electrons" and elements explores the Essential Question: How are Elements Arranged in the Periodic Table? And, How Are Electrons Configured in an Atom?"Share with your students edible electrons; EX: m&m's, skittles, smarties, cereal, or mini-marshmallows. Ss will model atoms of elements using a paper plate and different sorts of sweets. At the end of the lab, when

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 11th

Types:

Halloween, Other (Science), Science

CCSS:

RST.6-8.3

, RST.6-8.6

, RST.6-8.9

NGSS:

HS-PS1-1

, HS-PS1-2

, MS-PS1-1

Also included in: StayGiant Candy Mix Bundle: Lab Investigations

Dry Ice Science Experiment - Halloween Experiments - Scientific Method

Created by

A Teacher's Wonderland

Science can be engaging and fun! The students will learn more with hands on experiments! Students will follow the scientific method as they work through the 5 different dry ice experiments.This Dry Ice Experiment Pack comes with 5 different labs that you can do with Dry Ice. Dry Ice is frequently used during Halloween time and this will be a perfect experiment set. It is standards based so you can have fun along with including rigor in your lesson or keeping your lesson based on standards.Dry Ic

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Laboratory, Lesson

Mineral Lesson Plans (5E lessons that teach mineral properties & Mohs Scale)

Created by

Lotts of Learning

Mineral Lesson Plans: Are you looking for kid-friendly lesson plans that explain what minerals are and how to identify them in a fun way? These engaging and hands-on lesson plans use the 5E model to teach students the properties of minerals and how geologists identify unknown minerals. These lessons have been classroom tested by me many times and are definitely student approved!LESSON #1 ALL ABOUT MINERALSThis lesson begins with an ENGAGING story about a boy named Rocky who finds an unknown mine

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Short Stories

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Laboratory, Posters, Lesson

Density Column and Relative Density of Liquids and Solids - Stacked Layers

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Informational Text, Physical Science, Science

Students learn about density by making a density column! Students will be able to see that density is a property of matter. This resource includes a really fun, hands-on lesson, a close reading activity with a nonfiction passage, Interactive Notebook flaps and folds, and response pages. Density Column Includes:Lesson PlanLayered BookTwo pages of informational textResponse pagesInteractive Notebook InsertsThis lesson is aligned with NGSS for 5th grade and Middle School:NGSS 5-PS1-1.Develop a mod

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types: