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Common Core RST.6-8.1 research under $5
Intro to STEM: Think Like a Scientist & Engineer!
A great way to introduce STEM into your classroom! Updated to include editable versions of all student handouts! How does a scientist explore the world? How can you think like an engineer? Students will explore these questions and more through a series of critical thinking STEM exercises. The packet includes 4 critical thinking challenges centered on STEM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). These activities expose students to the real world of science and engineering with chal
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3rd - 10th
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Also included in: Back to School (Stage 1 STEM) Bundle: 50+ Icebreaker Activities
Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity - Science - Distance-Learning
This internet scavenger hunt WebQuest activity covers a variety of expectations from the grade 7 and 8 Ontario Science Curriculum and other fun facts about general science. Students will scour the internet to verify various true or false questions, fact-check information, and find the answers to engaging questions. They'll learn how to answer a question and find reliable sources. The Research According to Education World, ''Internet scavenger hunts are a way for students to practice problem-solv
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Bundle - Google Forms Version Included
Distance Learning: Waves in the Real World Presentations Project
The purpose of this project is to challenge students to make connections between longitudinal and transverse waves and their real-life applications. This project is a great extension after a unit on light vs. sound waves, wave characteristics, etc. that will get students building relevance and understanding on their content knowledge. They get to be the scientists, researchers, and hone in on an essential real-world skill: public speaking! This project challenges students to think outside the bo
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Grades:
8th - 10th
NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
My Mineral Research Project - Explore the world of Rocks and Minerals
Minerals are all around us. They are necessary for life, they are part of the walls in the school, they help heat our houses and provide us with clean drinking water. But what are they? Where do they come from? What do they really look like? How do we get them? What are they worth? This project leads students to investigate a mineral of their choice and create a presentation or poster about it. I have included a rubric for grading the work (20 points, 15, 10, and 5 points) to help students under
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7th - 12th
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Science of Gratitude Experiment Project Thanksgiving Activity CER Middle School
Discover firsthand the profound impact of gratitude on well-being with our Science of Gratitude CER & Project Pack! Tailored for science, health, and advisory educators at the middle school level and above, this resource empowers students to investigate the science of gratitude while honing their critical thinking and scientific argumentation skills.This resource is also adaptable for homeschooling families, community and church groups, and kindness/character clubs.Why Explore Gratitude?Unde
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7th - 12th
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Chemical Element Mini Research Project Atomic Structure and Physical Properties
Quick project for an elements of the periodic table unit! Supports students' understanding of atomic structure and gives them a closer look at one element. This document includes detailed project instructions and a template on which students can enter the information they find.In this activity, students will:Pick one element to research.Draw the atomic structure of the atom.Research the element's physical characteristics, discovery, and uses.Teacher Notes:A grading guide is embedded in the ins
Internet Search and Research
Internet Search and Research in Your Classroom shows you how to teach this complicated but necessary topic. This lesson includes how to use it safely, how to determine credibility of information, and how to search strategically and capably. Designed for grades 3-6, it’s aligned with Common Core and ISTE Standards and includes a rubric for assessment, as well as over a dozen other methods to assess learning.What’s included: brief summary of project suggested prior knowledge
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4th - 6th
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Branches of Science Research and Presentation Activity
Science is divided into many different types or 'branches' such as astronomy, biology, physics, chemistry etc. Students will research branches of science. Then, tey will choose a particular sub-branch of science (for example, a sub-branch of the branch of biology would be marine biology) and they will research information about it by answering questions.Then, they will do a short presentation for the class about the sub-branch that they chose. They will also bring in a model and/or representatio
Invasive Species Reading Comprehension Passages
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about plants that are considered invasive species. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following invasive species:Japanese HoneysuckleKudzuNorway MaplePurple LoosestrifeWater HyacinthThere are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!❤️Click Here to Follow Us!Related Resources⭐ Invasive Animal Specie
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Endangered and Invasive Species Bundle MS-LS2-4 and 5
Coral Reef Biome WebQuest-Nonfiction Reading and Research- Ecology
The coral reef is one of the major marine biomes. Although it is a relatively small biome, around 25% of the known marine species live in coral reefs. Your students will read for information and learn all about this fascinating aquatic biome. I added an Easel version of this webquest. I made the links active within Easel and provided answer boxes. You can assign it from Google classroom or from Easel. Some of the extension activities are not included if the Easel format did not support them. Sup
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5th - 8th
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Biomes of the World - 1 Pager Project
Biomes - One Pager ProjectHelp your students understand the unique and diverse biomes around the world through this one-pager research project. I use this a culminating project at the end of our unit, but it can be adapted however you'd like. I also create a gallery walk w/ questions to allow students to view other's one-pager projects. This is a very engaging and effective way to help students learn about the ecosystems of the world and the flora and fauna that call them home. What's includ
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Apex Predators: Balancing Ecosystems. An inquiry-based science project
Critical thinking skills and inquiry-based science questioning are built in to this unit designed for middle school students. The printable unit guides students in learning how apex predators are vital to balanced ecosystems, and why. Students, either on their own or in groups, learn about what apex predators are, how they look in different types of ecosystems, and why they are critical to the success of ecosystems. This unit includes vocabulary, research methods, organization skills using C
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-4
Creative Webs: Interactive Climate Change Exploration Assignment
Overview: "Creative Webs" is an engaging classroom assignment designed to empower students with a dynamic electronic learning experience focused on climate change. This colorful and interactive assignment allows students to collaborate in groups or work independently as they delve into the world of climate change using the resource-based learning approach. Students are tasked with researching climate change in five distinct contexts, with each context requiring them to discover and evaluate inf
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6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-6
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WHAT DO YOU EAT?: AUTOTROPHS, PRODUCERS, CONSUMERS, HETEROTROPHS AND DECOMPOSERS
NO PREP!GREAT FOR SUBS!GREAT FOR REVIEW!TWO VERSIONS - THE BASIC VERSION AND AN EXTENSION ACTIVITY VERSIONPERFECT FOR A QUIET ACTIVITY AFTER TESTING!Help your students understand the similarities and differences between autotrophs and producers and heterotrophs, consumers and decomposers. I made this in response to students struggling to make these connections and I wanted them to be able to explain their reasoning. The students loved this activity and learning about the different organisms and
Asking Questions About Tigris and Euphrates Rivers Using 5W’s & 1H
This non-fiction whole-class questioning activity was created with 6th graders in mind and is appropriate while studying Mesopotamia/River Valley Civilizations. The lesson introduces students to the Tigris & Euphrates Rivers, the life giving waterways that allowed Mesopotamian empires, including Sumer and Babylon, to flourish and become two of the world's earliest highly specialized societies. First, as a class we read a brief introduction of the rivers and the region. Then, students indepen
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6th - 9th
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Waves in the Real World Engineering Project
The purpose of this project is to challenge students to make connections between longitudinal and transverse waves and their real-life applications. This project is a great extension after a unit on light vs. sound waves, wave characteristics, etc. that will get students building relevance and understanding on their content knowledge. They get to be the scientists while they have ensured organization and feedback opportunities through the embedded workshop model project structure! Rubric provide
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Grades:
8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Birthstone Brochure Research Project
DESCRIPTION: Ready to turn your students into young mineral experts? Look no further then the Birthstone Brochure Project- a dynamic and engaging activity that will bring students on an exciting journey of discovery. Students will delve into the enchanting properties of their specific birthstones, exploring their color, hardness, luster, breakage, and streak. They'll uncover the mystical and mythical aspects linked to each stone, discovering intriguing properties steeped in lore and legends.Ven
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Middle School Science Solar System Research Project
This project takes an ordinary travel brochure of the solar system and adds an unexpected twist that is sure to be fun and engaging for Middle Schoolers! Students will conduct research on major characteristics about a planet of their choice. Topics focus on comparisons between the planets and Earth in order to generate a better understanding of the scale of each within the Solar System. Then they will use that information to document a pretend "trip" to the planet, using social media influencer
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Engineering Career Brochure Project
In this project, your students will be researching different engineering careers and choosing one to create a job fair brochure. Students will practice all components of STEAM throughout this project culminating in a mock job fair! Engage your students in high level reading, research, and digital creation with this week long project!
Urban Heat Islands Worksheet - Grades 8-11
A technology worksheet asking students to answer questions about Urban Heat Islands and their effects. A graph is also included that students have to use to answer questions on temperature differences in different cities.
Gale-Johnson
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8th - 11th
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Endangered Plants Nonfiction Text for Reading Comprehension and Activity
This resource contains five non-fiction text about endangered plants. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following endangered plant species:Georgia AsterGolden Barrel CactusGreen Pitcher PlantRafflesiaVenus Fly TrapThere are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!❤️Click Here to Follow Us!Related Resources⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 a
Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Endangered and Invasive Species Bundle MS-LS2-4 and 5
ENVIRO LAND - A DESIGN BRIEF
This design brief was developed as a general engineering brief but can be used for a variety of other purposes. For example, some students at the middle school level may still have difficulty in creating an overhead projection and as a result may have difficulty in reading and interpreting maps. An activity like this could prove helpful in identifying these students. Enviro-Land might also be used to reinforce the environmental issues the students have been studying as well as a venue for puttin
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ETS1-1
, HS-ETS1-1
Also included in: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DESIGN BRIEFS
CREATE A COASTLINE - A DESIGN BRIEF
This design brief was written as an application lesson to accompany an environmental studies unit and addresses appropriate land use and human impact.
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Grades:
6th - 10th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, MS-LS2-3
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ESS3-2
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Also included in: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DESIGN BRIEFS
Propuesta de investigación científica en español |Scientific Research in Spanish
Está diseñada para aquellos estudiantes que ya han tenido alguna experiencia con investigación o feria científica. A través del uso de preguntas se lleva al estudiante a crear una propuesta de investigación. Los estudiantes mínimo deben dominar el contenido de método científico. Estar en los grados 6to, 7mo u 8vo. Este módulo incluye 20 hojas de trabajo y hoja para el maestro para aprobar las propuestas. El formato es PowerPoint y tiene habilitado cajas de texto para que los estudiantes conteste
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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