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8th grade other (science) projects for Google Apps
Genetic Disorders Project
Looking for an extension activity for your DNA unit? Do you need a straightforward summative project that students can complete without too much teacher assistance? This genetic disorders project is the perfect resource for you! In this project, students will combine their knowledge of DNA, chromosomes, and mutations to determine the causes of a relatively common genetic disorder. At the same time, they will research symptoms, treatments, and other relevant information about the disorder to rais
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
Also included in: DNA - FULL UNIT
Civil Engineering Space Needle Tower STEM Challenge Engineering Design Process
Are you looking for an engaging engineering activity that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and teamwork? Or are you looking to introduce your students to civil engineering concepts and careers? This space needle STEM design challenge will do all that and more! Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!In this engineering activity, students can tackle NGSS engineering standards by designing and building a free-standing tower that
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
Create and Animate - Stop Motion Animation Unit
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at animation? Stop Motion is a fun and easy way to introduce video production to your class, in any subject!This unit includes almost everything you need to teach your students how to make stop motion animation. All you need to do add is the technology, bricks, clay, playdough, paper, candy, etc! Stop Motion animation can be created using a variety of medium. One of my student groups last year made a movie about cupcakes and another group this year made one
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in: DIGITAL INFINITY BUNDLE!!!
Constellation Research Project
"Constellation Research Project" - an engaging and educational activity for students to explore the mysteries of the night sky.In this task, students will choose one of the 88 constellations to research and create a presentation (either poster or Google Slides presentation) that teaches their peers about their chosen constellation. They will also construct a visual representation of the constellation (can be a 3D model, diorama, mobile, etc) and present their information to the class.The require
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Geologic Time Scale | Time Travel Project
Scenario: Students have recently been hired at a travel agency, however, this travel agency sells vacations in TIME.In this project, students are asked to choose a period of geologic time and research. After completing guided research pages (4), students will create either an informational poster, a brochure, or a Google Slides Presentation where they attempt to “sell” their vacation.Students will be evaluated in 4 areas: Oral presentation, travel advertisement (info. Brochure, poster, or Google
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Grades:
6th - 11th
Genetics - Asexual & Sexual Reproduction Slides & Project - Google Classroom
This Genetics: Asexual and Sexual Reproduction resource for middle school science includes interactive slides for Google Classroom, a digital poster project with an editable rubric, and a 15 question self grading quiz on Google Forms. The slides begin with an overview of asexual and sexual reproduction vocabulary that students can refer to when completing the interactive slides. Students have a word bank for fill in the blank notes. The interactive slides also include sorting, drag and drop, and
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-2
Human Body Models Bundle
Make anatomy models out of paper! Learn about human body systems while making these models. They're EASY and require only paper, tape and glue. Students will gain an understanding of the major systems of the human body and have a final project they are VERY proud of. These human body projects make terrific displays for back-to-school night or open house.Get this bundle now and if more models are added in the future, they will then be FREE to you. Simply go to My Purchases and re-download the bun
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-3
, HS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-4
Digital Citizenship Activity and PBL Project Bundle for Middle School
The Digital Citizenship Activity and PBL Project Bundle provides students with the opportunity to explore a variety of topics through choice within digital citizenship guided by the ISTE standards. Each activity and project included requires no prep and are designed with the middle school student in mind. It can be used in a home, virtual, or school setting, and comes in both PDF and editable digital formats.There are a total of 5 resources at a 20% DISCOUNT.What's Included?Digital Citizenship
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Thermal Energy Transfer Activities Digital Notes & Poster for Google Classroom
This thermal energy transfer resource for middle school science includes interactive slides for Google Classroom, a self-grading quiz on Google Forms, and a thermal energy digital poster project with an editable rubric. Click the PREVIEW to see more about what is included in this heat transfer activity. The slides begin with an overview of thermal energy transfer vocabulary that students can refer to when completing the interactive heat transfer slides. Students have a word bank for fill-in-the-
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
Mineral Superhero Project | Mineral Research Project
Need a fun & engaging way to wrap up your mineral unit? Look no further!Objective: Students will research a chosen mineral and use the physical and chemical properties to personify it into a superhero or villain.Requirements:Conduct research on a chosen mineralComplete the Mineral Research Pages including sources Use the “Mineral Character Pages” to create a unique character (either a superhero or a villain) based on characteristics and properties of your chosen mineral Using your research,
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Grades:
6th - 11th
Plastic Pollution and the Coral Reef Project-Based Learning
This is a Project-Based Learning activity that can be implemented in almost any science classroom and comes with a digital google slides version. It is all about how plastic pollution has an effect on the biodiversity of the coral reefs. Students compile research, create a public service announcement and then an action plan to create a solution to this real-world problem.***A DIGITAL FILE OF THE PROJECT-BASED LEARNING (PBL) STUDENT NOTEBOOK FOR DISTANCE LEARNING IS INCLUDED***This project has mu
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-3
Genetic Variation Interactive Slides, CER, Project, & Quiz for Google Classroom
This Genetic Variation resource for middle school science includes interactive slides for Google Classroom, a CER and editable rubric, a "Create a Model" digital project, a Quizizz link, and a self grading quiz on Google Forms. The slides begin with an overview of genetic variation vocabulary that students can refer to when completing the interactive slides. Students have a word bank for fill in the blank notes. The interactive slides also include opportunities for students to explain their answ
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-2
Digital Science Fair Template for Middle School
Looking for a way to move science fair to a digital platform? The Digital Science Fair Template for Middle School helps students identify what should be included on a slides presentation and provides various platforms that would allow for video editing. This activity is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, distance learning, or school setting, and it comes in both a PDF and editable digital format.What's included?Teacher DirectionsStudent DirectionsSlides Pres
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Science Fair Project Bundle
Build a Model Rocket Project for Middle School Science
Looking for a cross-curricular project that focuses on cooperative learning? The Build a Model Rocket Project for Middle School Science is a fun way to end the year, start the year, or to practice team work and the engineering and design process. This project is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, hybrid, 1:1 classroom, or traditional school setting and it comes in both a PDF and an editable digital Google Docs TM format. What’s included?Teacher DirectionsSugg
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
The Earth's Water - 5th Grade Science Unit
Dive into the hydrosphereand learn all about the earth's water with this NGSS-aligned science unit designed specifically for 5th graders! These lessons take students on a journey through the distribution of Earth's water, the global challenge of water inequality, and innovative water filtration methods.There are a variety of worksheets, activities, articles, graphs and lesson slides. What's Included?Distribution of the Earth's Water: Through engaging slides, students will explore the distributio
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 5-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Invasive Species Research Project Wanted Poster Template (Digital & Printable)
This invasive species wanted poster template is the perfect way for students to show what they learn from research.The template includes the following sections:photosname(s) of the speciesarea of originlocation last seen crimes (harm done)identifying characteristicsother factsThis product includes the following versions of the wanted poster template:digital version with more in depth text box promptsdigital version with “Type here.” text box promptseditable and printable version with no text box
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
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Also included in: Invasive Species Research Project BUNDLE
Constellation Research Project
This research project will take students on a journey learning about a single constellation! Each student will research information about their constellation, when and where it can be seen, it's history, and interesting facts about it. This project includes three main parts: the research, the presentation of research, and a physical model. I designed this project for my fifth grade students, but it would be easily modified for most grade levels.| WHAT IS INCLUDED |Printable PDF outlining project
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
Sustainability in Animal Systems Project
Want to meet standards: CS.04.01.02.a., CS.04.01.02.b, CS.04.01.02.c., CS.06.01.02.a., AS.01.03.02.a., AS.01.03.02.b., AS.01.03.02.b, AS.01.03.02.c. in a project-based learning format? Consider this project, which sets the stage with a driving question, authentic connections, and opportunities for collaboration as students create a sustainability plan.This project includes teacher and student instructions, a suggested timeline, potential cross-curricular standards, a rubric, project planning doc
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: Sustainability in Animal Systems Ultimate Bundle
Force & Motion Investigation | Experimental Design Activity | Print & Digital
This force and motion digital investigation activity engages students in the experimental design process while students design & test an experiment on force & motion. The product is a Google Doc, offering two options, a digital version for students to complete online or in remote learning, or a print version for in-class. Either version will walk students through the scientific method as they design and test their experiment on force & motion. The students will formulate a question,
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Force & Motion Unit DIGITAL (Google App) BUNDLE
Animal Adaptations Project
A culminating project to pull together your animal adaptations uniStudentst! research and explore animals in like biomes, presenting their Functional, Structural, and Behavioral adaptations. Students will then create a "frankin" animal to pull it all together! Included: -Project Prompt -Graphic Organizer (great for modifications)-Grading Rubric
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-4
Environmental Justice and Schools: A Case Study Analysis
An excellent activity to help students learn about environmental justice in schools! Students will READ, ANALYZE, and RAISE AWARENESS. To begin, students will be introduced to environmental justice through a brief video with accompanying questions, and a four bullet background information slide. The directions slide will direct students toREAD: read case studies about their assigned topic (schools & landfills, schools & lead, and schools & asbestos). ANALYZE: use an analysis form an
Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
Genetic Engineering Research Project
Dive into the field of Genetics and research one of the following topics to learn more about how Genetic engineering may change our world. Topic Options:Gene Therapy Transgenic AnimalsDe-Extinction or Resurrection Biology CloningDesigner BabiesForensic ScienceGMOs in Food
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Amusement Park Project | Force & Motion
The perfect project to model force and motion topics. Students design their own amusement park & build a roller coaster! Includes:Amusement Park Research Activity - Students research 3 major amusement parks to be inspired to build their ownEvidence Checklist - Students reflect and provide evidence for each force & motion topic, solve for speed of roller coasters, and construct a motion graph of a trip to their parkRoller Coaster Data Sheet - Students use track distance and time length of
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Mr. Law's Gummy Bear Family Tree Meiosis Activity
Guide your students in making their own family trees (alone or with a partner, or two partners)! Students will model the concept of meiosis by making gummy bears with specific %s of DNA from mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, and others who marry into the family. The questions on the worksheet will also help them think about it so that they can be minds-on and hands-on. Taught with my Unit 4 Genetics Peardeck Slides.
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
, HS-LS3-2
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