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Oral communication world history laboratories
Islamic Empire Trade Routes Map Activity for Social Studies and History
The Islamic Empire is arguably one of the most prominent and influential times of history in the Middle East. As we study the Islamic culture and the rise of the empire, we notice that geography has a huge role in many different aspects.This product gives students the opportunity to practice map and math skills as they try to figure out the best trade route to take from Mecca to Cordoba, Spain. Their goal is to spend the least amount of money possible. The provided maps have all the city locatio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Social Studies and History Large Bundle of 20 Activities and Worksheets
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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History Mystery: Vietnam- The War that was Lost in Our Living Rooms
Your students will become investigators on a history mystery analyzing primary and secondary sources surrounding the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. This activity includes over a dozen primary and secondary sources set up in 8 investigation stations and students' investigation packet. Teams of students work together to solve the mystery of why the Vietnam War lacked support from many Americans. Includes a PowerPoint for teachers to use for the activity along with answers to the st
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6th - 12th
Accountable Talk Posters for the Science Lab
This is a set of 12 accountable talk posters with sentence stems for starting conversations in the science classroom. They will help to keep students thinking and talking like a scientist. They are perfect for elementary science activities as well as upper grades.❤️Click Here to Follow Us!Related Products⭐ AWARDS: Celebrating 21st Century Skills!⭐ Famous Scientists Bulletin Board Posters for Elementary School⭐ Famous Scientists Bulletin Board Posters for Middle School⭐ Famous Scientists with I
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Not Grade Specific
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K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Also included in: STEM Lab / Maker Space Starter Kit for Elementary grades BUNDLE
Mummification Inquiry Learning- Apples
Are you looking for a fun way to introduce the mummification process with your students? How about an activity that is cross-curricular? This one meets both! In this Inquiry Learning Activity, students will be mummifying apples. This experiment can take up to 15 days, so please plan accordingly. Included is a Teacher Guide with supplies needed to purchase, and how to set up experiment, as well as a 13 slide google slide show for students to track the progress of their mummies, including hypothes
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Ancient Egypt Unit Bundle
Scientist of the Week Forms and Ideas
These forms are used with experiments by the class "Scientist of the Week". This pack has been COMPLETELY updated and includes family letter, class journal cover, student journal cover, observation journal page (2 writing options), lab report, book recommendation, example of lab pictures.
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K - 4th
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All About the Egyptian Mummy - Science Lab, Writing, and a Design Challenge
The process of mummification is something kids are really interested in and this lab gives them the chance to see this process in just 14 days using easy to find and cheap materials. Students can also read all about mummification and write their own steps for the process. We add pictures in the boxes, too! The Steps of Mummification charts works best if it is enlarged and copied onto 11 x 17 sheets of paper. This is a great lab to do while you are working on an Egypt unit or as part of a dis
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4th - 6th
A Hominid Game of Clue
This activity is a "Who Dun It?" based on the game of clue. Students sort through evidence files to learn about different hominid groups. They gather information about prominent hominid groups such as tools, physical attributes, and locations. This is a great introductory activity to hominid groups or an enhancement activity during the unit. This can be done entirely online. However, to make the activity more interactive and physically stimulating for the classroom environment, you can print
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7th - 11th
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Spices Unveiled: A Sensory Exploration into the Age of European Exploration
To acquaint students with one of the primary motivations behind the surge in European explorations during the 1400s (the quest for the spice islands), students will be engaged in an activity involving the identification of spices based on smell, sight, and taste (the last is optional).Now, will students be assessed on their knowledge of spices in state testing? No. Is it an interactive activity that encourages collaboration among participants, fosters the formulation of simple hypotheses, and pr
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9th - 12th
Harry Potter Chemistry Inquiry Based Lab
In this project, students will design and make a magical object and a wand! Both of which work! They will use their knowledge of chemistry and explain how each of their items actually works. (Sorry no magical explanations allowed.) This open inquiry project takes 7 class periods if done to its full length, but can be made shorter. This is my students FAVORITE lab and they never forget it!
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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World History- Unit 11- Mystery in History World War I Forensic Files PPT
World War I Assassination Lesson Plan & Worksheets: A Forensic Mystery ActivityTransform your classroom into a forensic investigation team with our engaging World War I Assassination lesson plan and worksheets! This comprehensive resource allows students to think like criminalists, analyzing mock forensic files of the historic assassination that sparked World War I. Students will engage in critical thinking as they gather evidence, analyze documents, and solve a mystery that introduces them
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History- Unit 11- World War I Bundle
The Scientific Method - Pirate Eye Patches Experiment
The purpose of this activity is to allow students to think critically to answer a seemingly simple question. In this case, do pirate eye patches actually have a purpose? The myth claims that pirates would wear eye patches to have one eye constantly night-vision ready in the event of a night battle, or going inside the ship during the day. The students will need to use the scientific method to determine a way to answer that question. They will also need to design a test to empirically show th
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5th - 7th
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Biology Ecosystem in a Jar Cell Theory Microbiology 2 Labs Middle & High School
Hay InfusionA hay infusion is easily prepared from inexpensive materials—simply soak fresh or dried plant material in waterObjective Have students set up a hay infusion to observe small organisms Hay infusions are widely used as a source of microorganisms for studying decomposition, fermentation, and disease. As a hay infusion undergoes ecological succession, students will be able to observe different species and the fluctuation in their population. This was a great resource to introduce your ce
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8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-1
Also included in: Environment Habitat, Community and Adaptions Middle School Science
Life Cycles of Reptiles
Montessori Visual Cards. Life Cycles of Reptiles.
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PreK - K
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World History- Unit 2- Murder of Julius Caesar Mystery Activity
- a fun, interactive mystery activity to help students understand the reasoning behind Julius Caesar's murder in the senate-set the stations up and print out the investigation sheet and you've got a great 40+ minute independent activity for students to enjoy-can be used as a stand alone assignment or in conjunction with my world history unit 2 materials
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: World History- Unit 2 Bundle- Ancient Greece and Rome
Archaeologist for a day activity
Fun activity that introduces students to how archaeologists figure out things about the past from found items and artifacts. Usually used with a unit on Ancient people and archaeology. Requires some minimal "prep work" that includes making 4-5 trash bags made of "artifacts". Once created these bags can be reused for each class period or from one year to another.
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5th - 9th
Save the Galaxy
2 Teams are sent on a galaxy quest to save their planet with a journey through the Star Wars Galaxy.The teams use the stages of group development and the systematic-problem solving sequence to recover questions and answers to the review quiz.Each team is given an intergalactic instructional manual, intergalactic passports, and copies of the review quiz.The original quest was based upon State Dual Credit Speech - Learning Objective 2: Group Development.Test questions were based upon Star Wars the
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9th - 12th
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CARTAS DINOSAURIOS
Cartas de dinosaurios en castellano con información interesante. Perfectas para hacer clasificaciones y relaciones con dinosaurios de juguete. Compara y descubre el nombre de todos ellos. Dispone de 26 cartas.
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PreK - 3rd
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Archaeology Lab
In this social studies lab, students get to truly explore the field of archaeology!The teacher needs to provide a number of items buried in tubs of dirt or sand. Students use toothbrushes to uncover these items. They then "think like a historian" by analyzing the purpose and symbolic meaning of the items.Past items I have used include:Broken ceramic animalsHalloween decoration skelletonsPicture frames with old photosOut-dated electronicsReally anything at all can be used for this lab. I like
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5th - 10th
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Ancient Egyptian Mummies in Action!
What's the best way to learn about Ancient Egyptian civilizations and mummification? The best way to learn is by doing!!
***CCS are included.
~Mummify a Chicken Leg
~Decorate the Mummy
~Create a Sarcophagus
~Write about the significance of mummification
This project includes a materials list, instructions for completion, student pages and instructions, a writing piece, and a rubric.
*****photos included
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5th - 8th
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Scientific Method - One Pager Experiment
Students form a hypothesis for an easy experiment and complete the Scientific Method One Pager as before/during/after they complete their experiment. I even use this to teach the Scientific Revolution for 7th grade World Geography! I also sell other Scientific Method related products:
Scientific Method – 6 Steps Worksheet:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Scientific-Method-6-Steps-Worksheet
Scientific Method Simple Steps – PowerPoint:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Scie
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5th - 8th
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Science Experiment Role Cards
Help group experiments run smoother by setting roles and establish responsibilities for group members. Print on card stock and laminate for lasting durability throughout the year.
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1st - 8th
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Catapults
The lesson briefly covers the history of catapults and then gives students an opportunity to build a catapult using the Engineering Design Process to create a design that meets the requirements.
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6th - 12th
Student Developed Group Work Checklist
In this quick activity students will brainstorm what makes a group successful and unsuccessful. These brainstormed lists are used to create a checklist of things their group must do to work successfully. The lesson ends with each student signing a pledge to follow the checklist.
Students are empowered to take control of their own and their group's success with activities that ask them to decide what the steps to success are. Students of all ages know what what successful group works looks and
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Not Grade Specific
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