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5th grade Common Core RST.6-8.3 resources
Dichotomous Classification Key Activity
This printable or digital resource is a classification key to a "crazy" animal kingdom of cartoon animals and is perfect for the younger scientists! The simple pictures and key are designed for students learning to use a dichotomous key for the first time. Students are given pictures of some mixed up "animals" and will use the key to find out the name of the animal. There are follow up and analysis questions. Finally, students will write and construct their own classification key to classify
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Classification of Living Things Unit Bundle Kingdoms Cladograms
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
Scientific Method Independent/Dependent Experimental Variables & Questions Game
This one is AWESOME! Explore the fundamentals of experimental design: independent variable, dependent variable, control variables and, articulate the question that will guide the scientific investigation. Students will arrange variable cards on a shuffleboard and based on their arrangement, formulate a question to investigate the relationship between their independent and dependent variables. Thirteen experimental scenarios to choose from. No additional materials are required to complete this a
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3rd - 9th
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MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
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Dichotomous Classification Key for Insects and Arthropods
Science students of all ages love to use a classification key to identify organisms. Students begin this activity by using the included dichotomous key to determine the scientific names of 12 insects. In the second part of the activity, students must designed their own key to identity 5 different arthropods. Analysis and follow up questions are included. This activity is suited for scientists in grades 4 - 7. Both printable and digital versions of this resource are included. The student hand
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4th - 7th
Solar System Activity: Scaled Down Size & Distance Model of Our Solar System
Bring the Solar System down to Earth with this activity that scales down the sun, planets, and distances between them! An excellent out-of-the-classroom group activity for your inquisitive students!Watch your students' eyes widen as preconceptions are challenged and misconceptions are swept away.Then watch their eyes light up while they work together to measure distances and hold up planets, fusing math and science together into one unforgettable experience.This activity is not only fun, but i
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Dichotomous Classification Key Activity
Students love dichotomous classification keys! This fun activity has 12 emoticon members that belong to the Genus Smiley. Both printable and digital versions are included. Students will become proficient in using a dichotomous key as they identify the 12 members of the Genus Smiley. In the second part of the activity, students will try their hand at writing a classification key of their own. Given images of 6 different insects, students will write a short key to classify each one. This activity
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5th - 7th
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Blow Cup STEM Challenge and Scientific Method Project
The Blow Cup Challenge is now a STEM activity with this engaging science project inspired by the viral video where students try to blow one cup into another cup. Great low-prep way to teach the scientific method, variables and review math skills!This self-paced, multi-part Blow Cup STEM challenge is print-and-go. Each activity sheet guides students through the project. STEM Challenge Overview:Students will use the included visual directions, graphic organizers, charts, and activities to...Deter
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3rd - 6th
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MS-PS2-2
Fun zombie graphing worksheet! 5th 6th 7th Middle School elementary science math
Reinforce learning of graphing and graph interpretation with this fun zombie themed activity! This worksheet is perfect as a review prior to an exam or standardized test. Check out the PREVIEW for an idea of everything included in this engaging lesson!I created this lesson for my middle school students, but several teachers on my campus have used it with their upper elementary students. Perfect for math and science classrooms! I always feel the need to review graphing with my students, especiall
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5th - 7th
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States of Matter Science Activities and Experiments
Reinforce states of matter concepts using these 8 lab activities to teach about properties and changing states of matter. Students will learn about phases of matter, mass, density, changing states of, and characteristics of solid, liquid, and gas matter using the 8 lab activities in your science classroom. Like these states of matter experiments? Check out the unit and save 20% by clicking here. Students will learn: about the properties of a solid, liquid, or gashow matter changesStates of Matt
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4th - 6th
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MS-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-2
, 5-PS1-1
Also included in: States of Matter Unit with Worksheets, Activities, Experiments, Projects
Interactive Rock Identification / Distance Learning
In the Interactive Rock Identification is the perfect way to introduce basic properties of rocks to students in virtual, hybrid, or face to face classrooms. Get your students up and running faster than ever with the addition of Google Apps and TPT Easel formats. The traditional PDF version is also included along with a Quick Link that opens the lesson online right in the student’s browser. See the Preview above (in presentation mode) for a functional demonstration of the Interactive Rock ID.Thi
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5th - 10th
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MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-1
Also included in: Rock and Mineral Identification Bundle
Circulatory System Unit
Teach your students about the circulatory system using print, digital, and hands on activities to cover the function, parts, and how the cardiovascular system works. Students will learn different vocabulary terms, parts of the circulatory system, including blood, blood vessels, heart, and how and why the circulatory system works to keep our bodies healthy. Like this circulatory system unit? Check out my human body unit and save 20% by clicking here.Students will learn: What the circulatory syste
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4th - 6th
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MS-LS1-3
Also included in: Human Body Systems Unit
Dichotomous Classification Key to Thanksgiving Dinner Science
This Science-y dichotomous classification key activity is such fun! This is a very simple dichotomous key that can be used around Thanksgiving. Students must use their critical thinking and problem solving skills to identify the scientific names of the foods eaten at the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. Science students of all ages love to use a dichotomous classification key to identify organisms. This activity is well suited for the younger scientists in grades 5 - 8, but I will admit that
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5th - 8th
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Digestive System Unit
Use the digestive system activities to teach your students about this human body system. The digestive system unit includes printable, hands on, and digital activities. There are teacher instructions, a teacher presentation, student note sheets, digestive tract reading worksheets, a digestive system lab, vocabulary terms, graphic organizers, and review activities to ensure student comprehension of how the human body digests food. Like this digestive system unit? Check out the human body systems
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Human Body Systems Unit
Nutrition No Prep Lesson w/ Power Point, Worksheet, and Nutrition Label Activity
This lesson is an introduction to the six major classes of nutrients. It breaks each class down into detail and what they do for our bodies. The worksheet follows the power point presentation and the nutrition label activity helps students use their new skills in real world scenarios. The lesson is designed for late elementary through middle school grades.
Key Terms Include
-nutrients
- energy
- carbohydrates (simple and complex)
- fats (saturated and unsaturated)
- cholesterol
- protein
- ami
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4th - 9th, Higher Education
States of Matter Unit with Worksheets, Activities, Experiments, Projects
Teach your students all about the three states of matter using this hands-on, print, and digital science unit. Your students will learn about solid, liquid, and gas substances, their characteristics, and how temperature changes states of matter. In addition to science text worksheets to help teach these concepts, students will use demonstrations and hands-on lab activities to help learn about solid, liquid, and gases. Science texts are provided as printable worksheets and as well as digital Goog
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4th - 6th
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MS-PS1-4
Physical and Chemical Changes Unit
Teach a unit on chemical and physical changes using these print, digital, and hands-on lessons and activities. Students will learn about characteristics and examples of a physical and chemical change by reading the printable worksheets or digital Google Slide activity. Hands-on and digital activities are included to allow students to use evidence to identify physical or chemical changes of matter in the real world. Review materials will solidify student learning, and a project and test will allo
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-2
, 5-PS1-1
Metric Measurement Activities Science or Math Test Prep Activity
Introduce metric measurement to your students using worksheets or Google Slides that will detail how to use the triple beam balance, graduated cylinder, and centimeter ruler to determine an object's mass, volume, and length. Students will have a deeper understanding of measuring and manipulating the science and math tools. Students can interpret readings in grams, liters, and centimeters. This teaching lesson would also be great for reviewing important math and science concepts for test prep. Li
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Metric System Measurement Activities
Scientific Method Worksheet PDF English/Método Científico Spanish
Use this sheet with students conducting experiments. As they fill out the boxes, students will get a better understanding of the scientific method.::BUNDLE OPPORTUNITY::Like what you see? Check out the holiday scientific method worksheet bundle (English and Spanish)!:: BILINGUAL ::- Worksheet is in English and Spanish:: FILE FORMAT ::- 1 PDF formatted to 8.5" x 11" letterhead sized sheets (2 pages) :: Keywords ::school, printable, diy, pdf, classroom, cute, digital, education, science, scientifi
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1st - 8th
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What is a Watershed? Hands-on Activity
This hands-on activity with digital lab sheet option will teach students about the importance of watersheds. Students will learn what one is, create the watershed using newspaper, and be able to describe how it is important to humans. Students will also manipulate and explain how pollutants can affect our drinking water. This lesson is aligned with NGSS 5-ESS2-1 : Develop a model using an example to describe ways the geosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and/or atmosphere interact.Students will: Fo
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Full Year Science Curriculum
Newton's Third Law of Motion Activity
Teach your students about Newton's 3rd law of motion through these science worksheets, digital Google Slides, and a hands-on activity. First, students will read to learn that for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction. Then they will answer the guided reading comprehension questions to demonstrate their knowledge of Newton's Third Law of Motion. Finally, students will work in cooperative hands on groups to see this law in motion by creating their own version of a hot air balloon.
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5th - 7th
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MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Force and Motion Unit
Simple Machines Unit of Reading Worksheets, Review Activities and Hands on
Teacher students about simple machines using these print and digital activities. This simple machines unit includes vocabulary words, bulletin board posters, reading worksheets for each simple machine, comprehension activities, real-life problem-solving activity, hands-on station review activity, graphic organizers, STEM activities, and a project. Students will learn: what each simple machine is Inclined planeScrewWedgeLeverPulleyWheel and axlehow simple machines workreal-life examples of simple
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4th - 6th
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3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Physical and Chemical Changes Lab Activities and Experiments
Reinforce characteristics and concepts related to physical and chemical changes with these 8 hands-on lab activity experiments. Each activity will further help students learn about physical and chemical changes. Students will make observations and demonstrate their knowledge by making predictions and answering comprehension questions. Like this physical and chemical changes activity? Check out the unit and save 20%These lab activities will have students understand: How matter changes state Exam
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5th - 7th
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5-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-2
Also included in: Physical and Chemical Changes Unit
Monthly Science Activities
⭐️⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️ "My students are really enjoying these seasonal science activities so far. I'm so excited I found them! This is really going to step up my science game! Thank you!" - ArianeIntegrate more science into your curriculum using fun and engaging seasonal content that combines monthly topics with hands-on activities, STEM projects, classroom demonstrations, and independent work. These monthly science activities can be used as sub plans, enrichment, or to complement your existing science prog
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4th - 6th
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4-LS1-1
, 4-PS3-4
, 3-ESS3-1
, 5-ESS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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Atomic Structure Activity Hand on Build an Atom
Teaching about the atomic structure can be difficult for our students, so let them learn about the parts of an atom in a hands on way. Allow students to demonstrate their knowledge of protons, neutrons, and electrons through the use of tactile objects that you have in your classroom! This atoms lesson includes a hands on activity to teach the parts of an atom, a digital review game, and a coloring sheet. Like this atomic structure lesson? Save 20% on the unit by clicking here.Students will: Demo
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Grades:
5th - 7th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-1
Also included in: Structure of the Atom Unit
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