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12th grade earth sciences Common Core RST.6-8.2 resources
Tides Unit: High/Low, Spring/Neap
PowerPoint w/ worksheet and word-search focusing on TIDES.
Covers: High Tide, Low Tide, Spring Tide, Neap Tides, Tidal Range.
This informative PowerPoint will serve as an EXCELLENT supplemental resource for your Tides Unit.
Worksheet is set up for students to fill out as teacher works through PowerPoint.
Word-search consists of key words dealing with TIDES.
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Grades:
5th - 12th
CCSS:
How the Earth was Made--Complete Season 2
Videos can be a valuable part of your students’ education. The History Channel show titled “How the Earth was Made” explains the geologic processes that have shaped different parts of our planet. Each episode covers different topics, like glaciation, subduction, the rock cycle, earthquakes, volcanoes, etc.----------------------------------------------------This growing bundle is now ⭐COMPLETE⭐!----------------------------------------------------In this product you will find notes sheets and answ
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS2-7
...
Science and Engineering Practices: Watersheds
Tired of the same old Watershed activities you've seen for the last 25 years? Here are 8 brand new ideas you can use ☺!Based on the NGSS's Science and Engineering Practices, this product includes lots of practice with concepts relating to ☔Watersheds☔!------------------------------------------Included in this product:✨One activity for each S.E.P. (285-minutes total!) -- Topics include analyzing a variety of maps to determine watershed information, types of soil and how they affect watersheds, us
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7th - 12th
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Astronomers throughout History: Reading and Writing Assignment
Get your students engaged in learning about six key astronomers (Aristotle, Ptolemy, Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, and Newton) and their contributions to Astronomy.⭐-------------------------------------------Students will look over the "resumes" of all six scientists and choose the one they believe made the most important contributions. This is a great opportunity for students to demonstrate their ability to draw conclusions, formulate opinions, and write a persuasive "magazine article" about a h
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6th - 12th
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Environmental Science Current Event Project
Want your students to research and analyze science in the news?This product guides students to find an Environmental Science current event article that interests them, read the article, and analyze it. Students are provided with multiple websites to find an article on. They must identify the main idea and 5 facts from the article. They will then answer additional questions that prompt them to think about why the research from the article is important and how research on the findings should co
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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CCSS:
Science and Engineering Practices: Feedback Loops (Earth Science)
Based on the NGSS's Science and Engineering Practices , this product includes lots of practice with concepts relating to ↺ Earth Science Feedback Loops ↻ as outlined in the NGSS High School Earth and Space Science DCI 2-2 (HS-ESS-2-2)!------------------------------------------Included in this product:✨One activity for each S.E.P. (180-minutes total!) -- Topics include Albedo, Deforestation, Dams and Beach Erosion, Elk and Wolf Populations, Wetland Acrage and Humidity, Soil Moisture-Precipitation
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science and Engineering Practices GROWING BUNDLE!
Plate Tectonics Reading Passages and Questions (Distance Learning)
Plate TectonicsThis activity is designed to explain and review plate tectonics. After a reading passage, there are nine multiple choice questions and a constructed response. I pass out this homework assignment as a review before the student's assessment.HOW DO I IMPLEMENT THIS AS A DISTANCE LEARNING TOOL? Easy as A - B - or - C!A. We are currently using Google Classroom as a distance learning platform. If you are also using GC, you already know that it is easy to schedule assignments that have
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
Also included in: Plate Tectonics Bundle
Space Science and the Solar System Slides and Activity Bundle for Science Class
There is a lot to learn about our solar system, the planets, galaxies and the universe. This bundle of slides, notes, activities, games and quizzes will give you all you need to teach the basics of space science, our solar system and the earth's motion. There are six major pieces to this bundle: Intro to space science Google slides and quiz, Earth's motion and Kepler's Laws Google slides and quiz, Scale model of the solar system lab, Phases of the moon lab and Inventions made for space game. Eac
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, HS-ESS1-3
...
"Fire of Love" Volcanoes Documentary Worksheet - National Geographic/Disney+
This National Geographic documentary/biography is a must-see for any students learning about Volcanoes, Geology, Earth Science, or the Rock Cycle. My whole career I have looked for a media resource to help my students be inspired by and make connections to Volcanoes, but Bill Nye and 5-minute clips on YouTube just don't do the majesty of these mountain-makers justice. It also discusses different types of volcanoes from all over the world helping students to broaden their horizons beyond SW Washi
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS2-2
Science Reading/Sub Plans: LEAP YEARS why they're important!
A great article about the science behind LEAP YEARS! This is an excellent activity for when you need a substitute or can be used to introduce the orbit of Earth around the Sun. This completely editable google doc allows you to alter the article to include information you cover in your class or give as-is to students! There are 7 questions included along with an answer key.Students will learn about why we have leap years from a science standpoint, when the observance of leap years began, seasonal
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Biogeochemical Cycles
A series of five WebQuests about the biogeochemical cycles will have your students researching independently to develop their understanding of the water, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus and sulfur cycles. Key concepts throughout the WebQuests include:TransfersTransformationsStoragesHuman ImpactsMitigation and solutionsEach WebQuest includes a short assessment quiz to test for students´ understanding of the important ideas that are explored in each of the cycles. Answer keys included!Perhaps you wou
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-6
Science and Engineering Practices: Plate Tectonics
Based on the NGSS's Science and Engineering Practices , this product includes lots of practice with concepts relating to ⛰Plate Tectonics⛰ as suggested by the NGSS High School Earth and Space Science DCI 2 (HS-ESS-2-1)!------------------------------------------Included in this product:✨One activity for each S.E.P. (270-minutes total!) -- Topics include the location of earthquakes, modeling movement of the past, types of plate boundaries, mid-ocean ridges on the ocean floor, calculating the rate
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science and Engineering Practices GROWING BUNDLE!
Ice Age Footprints Viewing Guide, PBS Nova
Fill-in-the-blank viewing guide for PBS Nova episode Ice Age Footprints. Product comes complete with a standard copy, modified copy with word bank, and an answer key. This is a great resource for social studies and science classes, as an introduction to North American history, physical or earth science, or as a substitute teacher lesson plan.
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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Weather & Atmosphere Bundle - Printables, Research, Answer Keys
In this weather unit, students develop their understanding about the various elements that make up weather patterns, including temperature, air pressure, humidity, and wind. They also learn how these elements interact to create different types of weather conditions, such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Additionally, students learn about the tools and techniques used to measure and predict weather, such as barometers, anemometers, and radar.The unit also covers topics related to clim
Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, HS-ESS3-5
...
The Phosphorus Cycle WebQuest
Great to use as an introduction or a review to the phosphorus cycle. Using a variety of links, students research all about this important cycle. Students will develop their understanding of the key concepts, including the storages, transfers, transformations and the human impacts, as well as mitigation strategies to reduce our negative impact on phosphorus storages.A ten question multiple choice quiz is included, and of course the answer key to the WebQuest and the quiz.Extension activity includ
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-6
Also included in: Biogeochemical Cycles
Eclipses and Tides Virtual Lab Simulation
NO FLASH REQUIRED This is a Virtual Lab Simulation that uses 3 online simulations to explore Tides and Eclipses. It is perfect for remote or in-person classrooms.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-4
, MS-ESS2-6
Plant Care Guide
Use this worksheet to observe plants, the bottom half is intended for the students to create and design their very own plant guide or possibly an observation booklet to go along with the plant's progress. Our classroom made upcycled planters and I made this worksheet to go along with the plant they received. I have a batch of succulents being donated by a local business, and each student will be able to do a little research on the plant. However, I thought that this could be a fun project for yo
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
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WebQuest Human Impacts on Weather & Climate
After finishing the reading passage about the human impacts on weather and climate, students complete a series of exercises using the links provided. The aim is for students to develop their understanding of the following key ideas:Greenhouse gases and their role in trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.How human activity, such as burning fossil fuels, contributes to climate change and impacts weather patterns.The ways that changes to the surface of the Earth, such as deforestation and urbaniz
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
Earthquake Building Lab w Flat Rate Boxes
This lab uses FREE small USPS flat rate boxes to model buildings in a earthquake zone. You can pick them up for FREE from your local post office, or have them delivered in bulk to your school. Challenge your students to produce buildings that would withstand more earthquake forces. You can also have your students use TinkerCAD to model their home. Your students then modify their building to withstand a greater magnitude earthquake. You can expand this into a building project like the toothpick b
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ESS2-1
, HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
The Hole in the Ozone Layer & Montreal Protocol Case Study
What's it about?The hole in the ozone layer case study is about the depletion of the Earth's protective ozone layer, which was caused by the release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other ozone-depleting substances into the atmosphere. This case study highlights the environmental consequences of human activities and the need for global cooperation to address pressing environmental issues. It provides students with a real-world example of how human actions can impact the environment and the impo
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Stream Table Lab & Erosion Control Lab powerpoint
This Powerpoint is written to include example pictures for the Stream Table Lab set. It include samples of a young river, old river, River Delta, and examples of students work. It can be modified for your classes need, or used with your own pictures to show your students what they need to do.This is a supplement to the Stream Table lab. I'm working on 3D printable models that you can use to make adjustable models for this lab!This can be used as a template for a student presentation, modified f
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-5
, HS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS3-1
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
TinkerCAD Plant Cell 3D Printed
Instead of buying an expensive model of a plant cell, have your students design their own 3D printable plant cell puzzle! In this digital file you can download a set of instructions for 3D printing your own model. While this is for plant cells, you can remove or modify this for animal cells. For 3D printing, this is a great way to use the filament at the end of the spool, or print samples of filaments that you get from filament companies. You can also 3D print the pieces all in white and color t
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
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Also included in: TinkerCAD 3D Printing Lesson Bundle
Global Warming Causes and Impacts - Case Study
What's it about?This case study focuses on global warming and has students examine the effects of climate change on ecosystems, and populations around the world. It explores the causes of global warming, such as human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation.Students develop a deeper understanding of the science behind global warming, including its causes, effects, and potential solutions. They learn about the social and economic impacts of climate change on different communities,
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Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, HS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Crazy Climate Wild Weather Workbook
This workbook may stand alone or go along with the powerpoint presentations. It includes text, video ideas with questions, essay opportunities, vocabulary words, and relevant project ideas.
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS2-5
, MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS2-4
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS2-2
...
Also included in: Crazy Climate and Wild Weather Bundle
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