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Common Core RST.6-8.3 webquests
Simple Machines Activity Webquest with Google Doc Version
GOOGLE DOCS AND PRINT VERSION INCLUDED! This simple machines worksheet provides a structured format for students to explore several online simple machines resources. It introduces the topic through a brief video, then has students practice identifying simples machines in a variety of formats. It also includes a fun hands-on activity that can be done at home or at school.This WebQuest has Several Sections:Part A –Watch a video introducing the physics concept of work and simple machines. Studen
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Simple Machines Activity and Readings Articles WebQuest BUNDLE
Human Impact Ozone Layer Ultraviolet Radiation Ecology Webquest
In this WebQuest Activity, students will explore the human impact on the ozone layer that protects life on earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Students will learn about ultraviolet radiation, determine the UV Index in their local area, graph yearly results, and answer problem solving and critical thinking questions. Data is used from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website, which is user-friendly and easy to navigate.I use this activity when teaching my unit: Introduction
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8th - 11th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Introduction to Ecology Bundle
Introduction to Chemistry Internet Activity “Ionic & Covalent Bonding”
This activity/review aligns with the Common Core State Standards: STANDARD 5 - Matter and Energy"The teacher understands the nature and properties of energy in its various forms, and the processes by which energy is exchanged and/or transformed.5A. understands the atomic and nuclear structure of matter and the relationship to chemical and physical properties5C. understands the cause and effect of chemical reactions in natural and manufactured systems5F. explains conservation of mass and energy a
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7th - 12th
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Earth/Space Internet Activity "Landforms, Weathering and Erosion"
Student Internet investigation that explores the subject of landforms, weathering and erosion. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one investigates what defines a landform and the four main types of mountains. Part two explores the different types of weathering and its effects on everyday materials. Part three discusses soils, erosional forces, mass movements and their effects.The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for these topics. I use this computer lab
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6th - 10th
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MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Earth/Space Internet Activity "Relative and Absolute Dating: Fossils"
This activity/review aligns with the Common Core State Standards: "STANDARD 7 - The Earth The competent science teacher understands the dynamic nature of the Earth and recognizes that its features and structures result from natural processes. Knowledge Indicators - The competent science teacher: 7C. understands the scope of geologic time and the continuing physical changes of the Earth through time. 7D. understands the interrelationships between living organisms and Earth's resources."Student In
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6th - 10th
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PhET Sims Build an Atom Virtual Lab Pack - Lab Guide, Article Set, Visual Notes
Introducing our PhET Sims Build an Atom Virtual Lab Companion Pack for middle school science teachers. This comprehensive package is designed to help you and your students get the most out of the Build an Atom simulation. With a 3-part lab guide and additional resources, you can ensure that your students are fully engaged and gaining a deeper understanding of protons, neutrons, electrons, ions, and isotopes.Our PhET Sims Build an Atom Virtual Lab Companion Pack is student-friendly and easy to f
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5th - 8th
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MS-PS1-1
Amplify Metabolism Chapter 2 Sim Tests: Simplified Virtual Lab Guide Lesson 2.4
Introducing a clear and visually designed Virtual Lab Guide for Amplify Metabolism Chapter 2 Sim Tests (Lesson 2.4) for middle school science teachers! This guide streamlines the material and addresses common questions and misconceptions encountered by students. These materials have been intentionally crafted to help students who may struggle with the original Amplify materials.What's Inside:The guide starts with a warm-up that gets students to review their Patient Stories notes and identify t
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5th - 8th
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MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-3
Astronomy Internet Activity "The Solar System"
Student Internet investigation that explores the Solar System; spacecraft exploration of the Solar System, and the formation of planetary systems. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one gives students an overview of comparative planetology; the terrestrial and Jovian planets; asteroid belt and Oort Cloud, and the recent flyby mission of Pluto. Part two investigates the main robotic missions to the planets. Part three explores the latest theories on planetary formation including "ex
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9th - 12th
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Earth/Space Internet Activity "Geologic Time"
Student Internet investigation that explores the subject of the geologic time scale; early, ancient and recent Earth history. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one investigates the geologic timescale and how it is used to describe Earth's history. Part two explores the different life forms, evolution and geology of the Precambrian and Paleozoic time periods. Part three explores the Mesozoic and Cenozoic. The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for these t
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6th - 12th
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Egg Drop Virtual Lab
The Egg Drop Virtual Lab is a great introduction to the engineering design process. Students can select materials and test different designs to see how best to protect their egg from cracking. This is a worksheet for data collection and analysis based on a web-based simulation which can be found at this url: https://www.healthinteractives.studio/bydesign/egg-drop/I created this resource during virtual learning, but I think it can be a very useful lesson for a sub plan, a rained-out egg drop
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5th - 9th
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MS-ETS1-3
Astronomy Internet Activity "Overview of Black Holes"
Student Internet investigation that further explores the topic of black holes. The lab utilizes websites from various sources including NASA to investigate black hole formation; stellar evolution and gravitational lensing. The latest images, interactive animations, video and data are featured as well for this fascinating topic. (I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the unit review but it can also be used at an 8th grade level Earth/Space activity.)Topics/terms inclu
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8th - 12th
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Google Earth Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Fun activity using google earthRequires internet and google earth accessHave kids explore these locations from famous Christmas moviesFun activity - should take around 30 minutesBest if students work in pairs with someone who is familiar with Christmas movies and if the street view is working Fun to do in pairs with one partner being a fan of Xmas movies **Street view doesn't work in all locations especially #8- but hopefully kids can use deductive reasoning for a few of them** As an extension a
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7th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS2-1
STEM Design for Learning: Designing Weather Instruments
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning
The Weather Station WebQuest is a great way to introduce students to the world of weather measurement and invention. The webquest and design process supports critical thinking and collaboration as students form teams and make decisions about weather instrument design. The final product is a weather station with models representing best efforts in inquiry, research, design, collaboration, and decision making.
WebQuest project-based learning teac
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5th - 8th
Astronomy Internet Activity "Light and the Sun"
Student Internet investigation that explores light, radiation and the Sun. The activity is divided into two parts. Part one gives students a good overview of what light actually is; the electromagnetic spectrum, and spectroscopy (the study of light). Part two explores the Sun's internal structure, atmosphere, magnetic anomalies; and solar events such as sunspots, flares and coronal mass ejections and their effects on Earth. The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy Internet Activity: "Planet Mercury & Venus"
Student Internet investigation that further explores Planet Mercury and Venus.The lab utilizes websites from various sources to investigate processes that affect both inner planets; physical data, and the spacecraft that have visited.The latest images, interactive animations, games and data are presented as well for this topic. (I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the Unit IV "The Inner Planets" review but it can also be used at an 8th grade level Earth/Space activ
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy Internet Activity "Stellar Evolution"
Student Internet investigation that explores the topic of stellar evolution. The lab utilizes websites from various sources including Harvard.edu to investigate the Chandra X-ray Space Telescope data. Images, interactive animations and data are featured as well. (I use this lab for my astronomy class as a unit review or as an introduction but it can also be used at an 8th grade level Earth/Space activity.)Topics/terms included in this lesson:Chandra Space Telescopebrown dwarf starsred dwarf st
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9th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-3
Astronomy Internet Activity "Planet Jupiter"
Student Internet investigation that further explores the planet Jupiter. The activity is divided into two parts. The first part gives the student a good overview of Jupiter's physical characteristics. Part two investigates the moons of Jupiter as well as the current/future missions to the planet. The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for this topic. I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the Unit V "The Outer Planets" review but it can also
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy Internet Activity: "Planet Mars"
Student Internet investigation that further explores the planet Mars. The activity is divided into two parts. The first topic gives the student a good overview of Mars' physical characteristics. Part two investigates the history of the Red Planet in Earth mythology as well as the past/current/future missions to Mars. The latest images and data are presented as well for this topic. I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the Unit IV "The Inner Planets" review but it can
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy Internet Activity: "Planet Earth & the Moon"
Student Internet investigation that further explores Planet Earth and the Moon.The lab utilizes websites from various sources to investigate Earth and Moon processes. The latest images, interactive animations, games and data are presented as well for this topic. (I use this computer lab activity for my astronomy class as part of the unit III review but it can also be used at an 8th grade level Earth/Space activity.)Topics/terms include:core, crust, mantle, hydrosphere, atmosphere, troposphere, s
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8th - 12th
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Astronomy Internet Activity "The HR Diagram & Binary Stars"
Student Internet investigation that explores the Hertzsprung-Russell (HR) diagram and binary star systems. The activity contains two sections. Part one gives students an interactive view of how stars are classified according to luminosity, color and temperature. Part two explores binary and multiple star systems and how initial stellar mass affects the life of a star. The latest links containing images and data are presented as well for these topics. I use this computer lab as an interactiv
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8th - 12th
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Earth/Space Internet Activity "All About Minerals"
Student Internet investigation that explores the subject of minerals. The activity is divided into three parts. Part one gives students a good introduction to minerals, what they are made of and how they form. Part two describes the physical properties of minerals; identifies minerals based on those physical properties, and discusses other special properties that make minerals unique. Part three compares gems and semi-precious stones; explains the difference between a gem and a mineral, and iden
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6th - 10th
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MS-ESS3-1
WebQuest Thematic Self-Grading Reading Practice Test #12: "What is Energy?"
Combines reading multiple authentic sources about a high-interest theme with self-grading standardized ELA test prep questions! The first two WebQuest Self-Grading Thematic Reading Practice Tests are FREE so you can see how awesome they are. Then, buy the bundle and get FREE WebQuest Practice Tests for the rest of the school year! MAJOR TIME SAVER! SUPER INTERESTING TO STUDENTS! FASCINATING THEME!In this WebQuest Practice Test #12, students are guided step-by-step to read about what energy is, w
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6th - 12th
Also included in: WebQuest Self-Grading Thematic Reading Practice Tests Growing Bundle
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