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Higher education earth sciences Common Core RST.6-8.1 resources
Air Masses and Fronts Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point presentation that covers how air masses are formed and how they move. It also covers how fronts react when they collide. Diagrams are included in the presentation to help the lesson sink in. I have used this presentation successfully in the middle school grades as well as late elementary.
Key Terms Discussed
- air mass
- maritime polar
- maritime tropical
- continental polar
- continental tropical
- prevailing westerlies
- jet streams
- fronts
- cold fronts
- warm fronts
Grades:
5th - 8th, Higher Education
Air Pollution Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This power point presentation goes over different types of air pollution such as emissions and the effects of air pollution. I have used this presentation at the late elementary school level to eighth grade. It could also be used as a refresher course in early high school science classes.
The terms that are defined in this presentation are:
- air pollution
- emissions
- photochemical smog
- temperature inversion
- acid rain
- indoor air pollution
- carbon monoxide
- radon
- the ozone layer
- t
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Grades:
4th - 10th, Higher Education
Environmental Issues Lesson with Power Point, Notes Page, and Activity Sheet
This is a Microsoft power point presentation that covers a lot of current environmental issues including: offshore drilling, polar ice caps melting, and new energy resources. It also has activities that gets students thinking about what their viewpoint is using development, preservation, and conservation.
The terms included in this presentation:
renewable resources
non-renewable resources
population growth
pollution
environmental science
development
preservation
conservation
Both the presentat
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Hazardous Waste Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Signs Activity
This power point goes over what different kinds of hazardous waste there are. It also includes the harmful effects it has on humans, and how it it currently being disposed of. Finally, it includes what we can do to reduce the amount of hazardous material we create.
Terms Discussed in the Presentation:
-toxic
-explosive
-flammable
-corrosive
-radioactive
-short term exposure
-long term exposure
-landfills
-incineration
-decomposition
-rock storing
This file has been left as a pptx so they buyer
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Climate Regions Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Debate Activity
This resource goes over how the Earth is divided into different climate zones. This lesson goes over the main six zones as well as some of the sub-climates within them. The presentation and work sheet are catered to late elementary through middle school students. Maps are included for each of the climate zones discussed.
Key Terms Included:
tropical rainy
tropical wet
tropical dry-and-wet
dry
arid
semi-arid
temperate marine
marine west coast
Mediterranean
humid subtropical
temperate continenta
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Grades:
4th - 10th, Higher Education
Air Pressure Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point presentation that goes over what causes air pressure, how pressure is measured, plus how altitude affects density and pressure. I have used this with middle school aged students and late elementary students.
Key terms discussed:
-atmosphere
-air pressure
-density
-mass
-volume
-barometer
-mercury barometer
-aneroid barometer
-millibars
-altitude
This presentation has been kept as a pptx. file so the buyer can add or remove animations as they see fit for their classroom.
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Grades:
5th - 9th, Higher Education
Human Needs and Agriculture Lesson
This power point goes over basic human needs such as food, shelter, and fiber. It also goes over the different sectors of agriculture not just farming. It concludes with the benefits of agriculture.
The terms that are discussed in the presentation:
agriculture
food sources
history of human needs
agricultural industry
production agriculture
processing
marketing
supplies
service
horticulture
conservation
recreation
Both the presentation and the work page can be found in the zip file. There is a
Grades:
5th - 10th, Higher Education
What is Biodiversity? Power Point Presentation with Worksheet
This is a power point presentation covering the importance of biodiversity and how it effects us as humans. It also goes over:
-Area
-Climate
-Niche Diversity
-Economic Value of Diversity
-Gene Pool Diversity
-Extinction
-Habitat Destruction
-Poaching
-Pollution
-Exotic Species
-Captive Breeding
-Laws and Treaties
-Habitat Preservation
The purchase file has been kept as a pptx. so buyers may change the presentation to fit their students' needs. Both the presentation file and the work page doc
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Grades:
4th - 10th, Higher Education
Conserving Land and Soil Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point lesson on conserving the soil. This lesson goes over how we use the land in regards to agriculture, development, and mining.
It also shows how current practices can be harmful to soil and how it is a very precious resource.
The power point includes terms such as:
conservation
erosion
nutrient depletion
desertification
top soil
subsoil
land reclamation
Both the presentation and the work page documents can be found in the zip file. It has an answer key found on the last p
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Agriscience Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Essay Page
This is a power point presentation that covers the nine areas of Agriscience (horticulture, agronomy, entomology, environmental science, aquaculture, mechanical technology, animal science, poultry science, and forestry) and it also lists some careers in each field. I often use this lessons on different careers since the Agriculture Industry is not one that students are usually exposed to.
Terms discussed in the presentation:
agriscience
agronomy (with careers)
horticulture (with careers)
fores
Grades:
5th - 9th, Higher Education
Layers of the Atmosphere Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point presentation that goes over the four main layers of Earth's atmosphere. I have used this presentation in upper elementary as well as middle school classrooms.
Key Terms:
troposphere
stratosphere
mesosphere
thermosphere
ozone layer
ionosphere
exosphere
This document has been left as a pptx file so they buyer may add or remove animations as they see fit. Both the presentation and work page can be found in the zip file. There is an answer key included with the document. The
Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Fossil Fuels Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Sheet
I have used this presentation from late fifth grade through early high school. This presentation covers what fossil fuels are, why they are combustible, the main types of fossil fuels, and how we obtain them.
The terms defined in this presentation are:
- fossil fuels
- non-renewable resources
- combustion
- hydrocarbons
- coal
- coal mining
- oil
- oil drilling
- natural gas
- fuel demand
The presentation has been left as a pptx. file so the buyer may add or remove animations as they see fit.
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Environmental Science Species and Population Lesson
This PowerPoint goes over some basic definitions of ecosystems, species, populations, and habitat. This makes for a great science and conservation lesson. I usually would suit this one for grades 3rd through 8th. This lesson is designed to get the student thinking about their personal environment.
The terms discussed in this presentation:
habitats
biotic factors
abiotic factors
species
population
communities
ecosystem
Both the presentation and the work page can be found within the zip file. Th
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Grades:
3rd - 9th, Higher Education
Climate Change Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Tree Ring Activity
This presentation and worksheet go over how scientists study climate change using pollen and tree rings. Each topic includes data tables to help explain the methods. It also goes over how climate changes are caused by either the changes in earth's orbit, the sun's radiation levels, volcanic eruptions, and continental movement. This is designed for upper elementary and middle school classrooms.
Key terms include:
climate change
pollen
tree rings
ice age
glacial episodes
Earth's orbit
sun spots
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Forest and Fisheries Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Ethics Activity
This is a Microsoft Power Point presentation that features highlights of some of our most important renewable resources forestry and aquaculture. This presentation goes over current practices and what is happening to help sustain these resources.
Terms included in this presentation:
natural resources
forestry
fishery
clear cutting
selective cutting
sustainable yield
offshore fishery
onshore fishery
commercial fishing
aquaculture
Both the presentation and the work page can be found in the zip
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
Insects Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Word Search
This lesson plan is about the characteristics of insects. This includes going over the three main body segments, different mouth parts, and life cycles. This lesson is designed for late elementary through middle school grades.
Key Terms Include:
Insect
Head
Thorax
Abdomen
Antennae
Mouth Parts
Complete Metamorphosis
Gradual Metamorphosis
Both the presentation and the worksheets can be found in the zip file. There is an answer key included at the conclusion of the worksheets. Feedback is alway
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Grades:
4th - 9th, Higher Education
The Air Around You Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point presentation that goes over what makes up our atmosphere as well as why it is important to us. I have used this with middle school aged students and some late elementary school students. There are review questions on the last slide that I recommend the students complete.
Key terms discussed in the presentation:
-weather
-climate
-atmosphere
-nitrogen
-oxygen
-carbon dioxide
-ozone
-water vapor
-trace gases
-particles
The paid document has been left as a pptx. file so th
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Grades:
4th - 10th, Higher Education
Storms Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Questions
This is a power point presentation that goes over the different types of storms including thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and snowstorms. It also goes over how each of these forms, what damage they can do, and what safety precautions you should take. This is one of more lengthy presentations so when I use it I divide it into four sections by storm type. When I am working with older students I usually keep the lesson together.
Key Terms Discussed:
-storm
-thunderstorm
-lightning
-floods
-
Grades:
5th - 9th, Higher Education
Worms! Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Activity
This is a presentation that covers the three main types of worms: flatworms, roundworms, and segmented worms. It goes over body structure, nervous system, reproduction and benefits. I have used this lesson with middle school students and they really enjoy the attached activity.
Key Terms:
Flatworms
Roundworms
Segmented Worms
Parasites
Hosts
Tapeworms
Planarians
Closed-Circulatory System
Both the presentation and the worksheet can be found in the zip file. The answer key is included in the wo
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Grades:
5th - 9th, Higher Education
Mollusks Lesson with Power Point Presentation, Worksheet, and Word Search
This is a lesson plan about the different types of mollusks are out there. This one goes over the three main types: gastropods, bivalves, and cephalopods. This lesson is designed for late elementary through middle school.
Key Terms Include:
Mollusk
Gastropod
Bivalve
Cephalopod
Radula
open circulatory system
closed circulatory system
Foot
Cilia
Gills
Octopi
Squid
Nautilus
Cuttlefish
(To name a few)
Both the presentation and the work sheets can be found in the zip file. There is an answer key i
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Precipitation Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This is a power point presentation that goes over the different types of precipitation. It also goes over the formation of major types of precipitation. This presentation also contains large diagrams to help explain the lesson. I have used this lesson best in the middle school grades, but it can be used for late elementary as well.
Key Terms Discussed:
- precipitation
- rain
- sleet
- freezing rain
- snow
- hail
- drought
- cloud seeding
- snowfall measurement
- rain measurement
This presenta
Grades:
5th - 8th, Higher Education
Nutrient Cycles
C.E.R.R Claim, Evidence, Reasoning, Rebuttal
BIOGEOCHEMICAL CYCLES: WATER, CARBON, AND NITROGEN CYCLES
The Question: What will happen when Biogeochemical cycles become unbalanced?
In this activity students will read one to three articles giving a brief explanation of each cycle and consequences that can happen when the biogeochemical/nutrient cycles are disrupted in nature. After reading the selection and studying the graphs students will be asked to logically reason their claim applying Claim
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
CCSS:
Also included in:Â Ecology Unit Bundle: TOP SELLER
Winds Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page
This power point presentation goes over how winds are formed and what they do for us. It also goes over the major wind belts and calm areas. I have used this presentation in late elementary through middle school grades.
Key Terms Discussed:
-wind
-anemometer
-wind-chill factor
- local winds
- sea breeze
- land breeze
- global winds
- global convection currents
- Coriolis effect
- doldrums
- horse latitudes
- trade winds
- prevailing westerlies
- polar easterlies
- jet streams
This presentatio
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Grades:
5th - 9th, Higher Education
Change in the Atmosphere Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Ethics Activity
This lesson goes over the changes that climate undergoes in our atmosphere. It goes over short term changes such as El Nino and La Nina. It also goes over global warming, greenhouse effect, and the hole in the ozone. This is designed for late elementary through middle school students.
Key Terms include:
global warming
El Nino
La Nina
greenhouse effect
carbon dioxide
climate variation
Ozone Layer
Ozone Hole
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
The two files can be found within the zip file. The preview
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Higher Education
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