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Physical science projects under $5
Element Superhero Project - Chemistry Project - Periodic Table of the Elements
Includes a Digital (Google Slide) Version and a Printable Version — All Versions are EditableThis project is an engaging way to learn about the physical and chemical properties of elements. Most element projects only mention superheroes. However, many elements align more with a villain than a superhero (Like Chlorine!). In this activity, students will have the creative freedom to personify one element on the periodic table into a superhero—or a villain. I have included a huge bundle of resources
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Chemistry Activities - Mega Bundle - Back to School Science
Summer STEM Challenge Solar Oven Smores - Solar Energy Activity
In this summer STEM challenge students learn about solar energy as they design and build a solar oven to cook their own smores! This thermal energy project is cross-curricular with activities that incorporate science, reading, writing, math and creativity!Click the green PREVIEW button to see what is included in this fun activity!In this activity students will work through the engineering design process, utilize teamwork, communication, creative thinking and problem solving skills.Students will
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-3
Building Atoms, Ions, and Isotopes -- Digital Lab (PhET Simulator) Worksheet
Teach your students about atoms, ions, and isotopes using this great, detailed digital lab. Extremely useful in a unit where physical labs are often difficult to find.This digital lab uses PhET simulators to guide students through the following topics:What are atoms and how are they structured? What are the three subatomic particles, and where do they belong?Which subatomic particle alters the mass of an atom?Which subatomic particle alters the charge of an atom?What are ions? What are isotopes?
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: Atomic Theory and Nuclear Chemistry -- Unit Bundle
End of the Year STEM Activity: Egg Drop Challenge
Do you need a super engaging, ready-to-go lesson for your science class?
The Great EGG-scape STEM Activity is perfect for busy teachers that desire to place the learning in the students' hands! This activity is perfect because there are no special materials to buy (other than eggs). You can use regular classroom materials to engage your students in this student directed activity that they are sure to love.
Challenge:
Henry and Bonita Eggstair have just opened a Skydiving Expedition business a
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3rd - 8th
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Mixtures and Solutions Sort Worksheet Activity and Craftivity
Engage your students while teaching them about the physical science concepts of mixtures and solutions! This craftivity is a great way to get in that much-needed practice and assess what they know!Check out the preview for details!Objective:For students to learn and retain the matter concepts of mixtures and solutions using an engaging activity.This Resource Covers:What mixtures and solutions areHow mixtures and solutions can be separatedExamples of mixtures and solutionsWith this Resource You'l
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3rd - 5th
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Atomic Theory Timeline Project | History of the Atom | Bohr Rutherford Models
The Atomic Theory Timeline Project is everything you need to give your chemistry students a nice background on the history of the atom! Students use skills of synthesizing informational text, organizing pieces of information into groups and then into a chronological order, and displaying the information in a clear and creative way.This project covers: Democritus, Aristotle and "the Death of Chemistry", Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr, and the Modern Cloud Theory.I like to show this Ted Ed vide
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7th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
Periodic Table Project Design Your Own
My students love this Periodic Table project for which they design their own Periodic Table because it gives them a chance to express themselves, and to own the concept of periodicity! I always notice an increase in chemistry-enthusiasm during and after this project. I introduce this after I teach my students about the groups, periods, families and sections of the periodic table.The possible themes for this project are practically limitless because kids come up with the most interesting topics t
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Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
Changes in States of Matter Poster Project Science Research Activity
Use this science poster project with your upper elementary or middle school science students to learn about or reinforce the ideas of changes in states of matter, also called phase changes. Students choose one of the changes in states of matter (melting, freezing, vaporization, condensation, or sublimation). In their poster the students will need to include the definition of their change in state, examples, pictures, and a description of the particle movement. What's included:Detailed directions
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
Paper Helicopter Experiment Scientific Method Activity
Are you looking for a fun and engaging lab to teach the scientific method? Students will love testing variables in this differentiated paper helicopter experiment! The paper helicopter (whirlybird) template is easy to use and students will be engaged as they test their hypothesis and collect data. This lab provides three levels of differentiation for easy scaffolding as well as practice graphing, calculating speed (not a prerequisite for this lab), and writing a conclusion. What will you find
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
Also included in: Scientific Method Activity Lab Bundle
Roller Coaster STEM Activity : Paper Roller Coasters
Build a roller coaster while learning about kinetic and potential energy in this engaging STEM challenge! Your students will love learning about the physics of roller coasters! Students research, plan, build, and test marble roller coasters made of paper and tape. This is a yearly favorite! Students apply their understanding of kinetic and potential energy transformations as they create 4 thrills in their paper coasters. This is an annual favorite in my class!Also includes an interactive les
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-2
, 4-PS3-1
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Also included in: Kinetic and Potential Energy Bundle for Middle School
Force and Motion STEM project Egg Drop Challenge Engineering Design Process
Looking for a fun way for students to use their knowledge of force, Newton's laws, and practice their engineering skills? This egg drop STEM engineering design process challenge will get your students designing, testing, investigating, thinking like a disciplinarian, and acting as engineers as they improve their egg structures to mimic the Mars rover landing. ✎Print and digital versions This engineering design STEM project includes:✅ Teacher guide for doing the activity✅ Student handouts for t
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Rainbow Milk Experiment | Scientific Method
Spice up your science lessons with this simple and engaging rainbow milk magic experiment! Your download includes a printable and digital science notebook that takes students through the steps of the scientific method! Students combine milk, dish soap, and food coloring to learn all about why the colors begin to swirl and look as if they are exploding into a rainbow. Simply put food coloring into milk, dip a Q-tip with dish soap into the milk, and watch the colors swirl around!HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL
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K - 6th
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Also included in: 7 Easy Science Experiments To Teach The Scientific Method Bundle
3D Atom Model - Atomic Structure Activity and Bohr Model Practice Worksheets
This 3D atom model activity is an engaging way to teach atomic structure. Students will learn how to collect element data and use the information to design a 3D atom model. Each 3D model consists of four Bohr models glued together. Students can complete the models independently, or you can save paper by allowing students to work in groups of four. Click on the preview to find out more about what is included.You might also like the following Atoms and Periodic Table Activities:Element Superhero o
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6th - 9th
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Energy Transformations Project - Comic Activity - Fun Assessment
Students of all ages love comics. In this project, students will create a comic strip that demonstrates their understanding of at least six energy transformations. For example, one panel could have a comic character that is toasting bread with a caption that reads "electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy." I have included a student direction page which includes 15 possible energy transformations and sets clear project guidelines.The comics look great on a bulletin board or inside a
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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Also included in: Physical Science Activities - Mega Bundle
Light and Sound Color By Number - Mini Bundle - Includes 2 Worksheets
You can save 20% on my light and sound color by numbers by purchasing this bundle. Color By Numbers Included:Light Color By Number | Direct Link |Concepts Include: Light Waves, Reflection, Refraction, AbsorptionSound Color By Number | Direct Link |You might also like the following Light and Waves Activities:Light FoldableWaves - Color By NumberTypes of Waves Foldable - Frayer Model FormatElectromagnetic spectrum Color By Number•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Let's
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6th - 8th
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Natural Disasters Hazards Research Project - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in studying the natural disasters of the world!Natural disasters are naturally occurring events that negatively affect a large population of people. Natural disasters can unfortunately cause loss of life, as well as property, economic and environmental damage. Although by definition, natural disasters are ‘natural’, most scientists agree that human behavior also pla
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Grades:
4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
Heat Transfer Foldable - Conduction Convection Radiation
Students will create a Frayer model foldable to help them understand the three ways heat is transferred: conduction, convection, and radiation. This foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, write the essential characteristics of the vocabulary word, draw a picture, and generate non-examples. My foldables are designed to fit on a standard 8.5 x 11 paper and require printing two pages (double-sided). This resource makes a great interactive notebook entry or classroom wa
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Grades:
4th - 8th
The Eggstremely Eggciting Egg Drop STEM Challenge
In this STEM and team building challenge, students will work to foster collaboration and team-work as they design and construct a structure that will protect their eggs from a 10 foot drop. Teams will be given supplies (supply lists and shopping lists included) identical supplies and amounts of time to build their designs. The twist for this challenge will be that each team MUST use all of their supplies. Even more challenging, each team CANNOT communicate verbally during the construction pha
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5th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Create an Instrument: Sound Waves Project-Based Learning for Physical Science
This is a five-part project-based learning activity for students about sound waves. This project allows students to take their knowledge of sound waves and apply it to creating their own musical instrument, advertisement for that instrument and a music video. This can be done after a unit on sound waves and energy or throughout.This resource includes a workbook for students to:♬Complete research on sound waves, mediums and different materials used for instruments.♬Learn about how different mediu
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-ETS1-1
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Push and Pull Experiments - Science Unit - Physics - Force & Motion Activities
Explore forces with our Push and Pull Experiments Pack! Ideal for physical sciences and motion units. Includes 8 experiments, teacher guides, response sheets, homework, assessment and more! Unleash the Power of Learning with our 'Push and Pull Experiments Pack'!Dive into the world of physical sciences and motion with our meticulously designed, highly engaging, and fun-filled experiments pack. This pack is a treasure trove of knowledge, perfect for introducing young learners to the fascinating co
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Grades:
1st - 4th
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Growing Gummy Bears - Science Experiment
In this activity, students will predict and test different liquids to see which one will cause a gummy bear to grow in size in the fastest amount of time.
What you will receive in this packet:
-Prediction Sheets - one for grades K-1 and one for grades 2 and up, with room to write an explanation.
-Individual gummy bear prediction paper for class graph.
-Class Graph Sheet - one filled in and one blank if you choose to use different liquids
-Observation page
-Results page
-What I Learned Paper
-H
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K - 3rd
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Electricity STEM Challenge (Build a GAME using CIRCUITS)
Provide your students with an engaging STEM challenge during your Electricity unit. This challenge is a FAVORITE in my Physical Science classes and it is sure to provide your students with a hands-on understanding of electrical circuits!Task: Students are commissioned to build an "Electricity Review Game" for a gaming company that works using their knowledge of electricity (circuits, conductor, insulator, power source, etc). Students will brainstorm, design, and build a working game that uses a
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Grades:
5th - 11th
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Newton's Laws of Motion Project | Comic Strip Activity | 1st 2nd 3rd Law
Students will demonstrate their knowledge of Newton's Three Laws of Motion by creating a comic strip story that exemplifies one of the laws. This Newton's Law's project blends art and science to help students gain a deeper understanding. What is included?★ Student direction page (PDF + Editable PowerPoint Doc)★ Grading rubric (PDF + Editable PowerPoint Doc)★ Four different comic strip templates★ A comic accordion foldable How can this product be used in your classroom?✔ As an assessment to end y
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5th - 8th
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Science Lab Safety Activity - Comic Strip Project | Printable and Digital
Students will create a comic strip story that shows a central character breaking at least seven lab safety rules. They will then trade comics with a partner and analyze what rules the character broke and how to correct the problems. This project is a fun way to assess lab safety. The comics will look great on a bulletin board display or in a science interactive notebook. Distance Learning / Google™ Classroom Use:This project also includes a digital version of the direction sheet, rubric, and thr
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5th - 8th
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