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Free high school environment handouts
Biome Travel Brochure Project
Have your students make a brochure for people to visit a specific biome! They can be creative as they come up with things to do, what to pack, what they will see, and how much it will cost. Students can either print pictures from the internet or out of national geographic magazines. You might also be interested in:Biomes and biodiversity powerpointBiomes interactive diagramBiome Climatogram WorksheetEcology Writing PromptsBe sure to follow my TpT store by clicking on the green "follow me" next t
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Ecology Bundle
Abiotic and Biotic Factors
Use this worksheet as a warm up, do now activity or for general reading comprehension. This worksheet is free and is 1 of 13 handouts that is included in the Introduction to Environmental Science Workbook. The following topics are included in the Workbook:
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Page 1- Intro to Ecology (Free)
Page 2- Abiotic vs Biotic Factors (Free)
Page 3- What is an Ecosystem?
Page 4- Producers and Consumers
Page 5- The Food Chain
Page 6- Biomes
Page 7 - Niche
Page 8 - Habitat
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5th - 9th
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Earth Day or Introduction to Biomes Activity
Earth Day / Biomes Introduction - A FREE and fun critical thinking activity for students of all ages! Imagine you're an alien who's been sent to Earth for an investigation from your spacecraft... what would you report back to your home planet? What makes Earth unique?? Students must work collaboratively to create a list of the "Top 10 Things That Make Earth Unique". Great introduction to an Earth Day / Biomes / Environment Unit!Includes Lesson Plan / Extension Ideas, Assignment Sheet, Writing
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4th - 10th
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Intro to Ecology Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Use this worksheet as a warm up, do now activity or for general reading comprehension. This worksheet is free and is 1 of 13 handouts that is included in the Introduction to Environmental Science Workbook. The following topics are included in the Workbook:
Click Here For More Worksheets
Page 1- Intro to Ecology (Free)
Page 2- Abiotic vs Biotic Factors (Free)
Page 3- What is an Ecosystem?
Page 4- Producers and Consumers
Page 5- The Food Chain
Page 6- Biomes
Page 7 - Niche
Page 8 - Habitat
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5th - 9th
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Water Pollution: Point Source vs. Non-Point Source Pollution
This resource was designed to teach the difference between point source and non-point source pollution. It's original purpose included being a humorous tale which included myself and my students. I changed the names. You are welcome to use the pdf I included, or use the editable version (word doc) I included to make the tale about you and your students! A 'suggested use' page is included, as well as follow up questions. You could also leave this as a sub plan. Answer Key included.Enjoy! And than
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4th - 9th
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AP Environmental Science FRQ Task Verb Sheet
Print and laminate this FRQ task verb sheet to help elevate your APES students' FRQ writing skills. These definitions of FRQ task verbs are based on input from numerous APES teachers who've worked as AP exam readers in the past. These are the task verbs that are outlined in the most recent CED for AP Environmental Science, so you can rest assured that these are the most up to date descriptions out there!
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9th - 12th
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Weather and Climate #1 Science CER Reading/Writing Prompt
As current science teaching practices and ELA teaching practices continue to evolve, teachers are encouraged to incorporate more nonfiction text into classroom practice. This short nonfiction text is based on current news. This CER document provides a vehicle for nonfiction text reading analyzed through the lens of Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning. We want our students reading more science and constructing arguments in a scientific manner. This text can be used as a bell ringer, included in a sub
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6th - 12th
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MS-ESS2-5
Weathering and Erosion Doodle Notes (Earth Science)
Weathering, Erosion, & Deposition "science doodle notes" When students color or doodle in class, it activates both hemispheres of the brain at the same time. There are proven benefits of this cross-lateral brain activity:- new learning- relaxation (less anxiety)- visual connections- better memory & retention of the content!Students fill in the sheets, answer the questions, and color, doodle or embellish. Then, they can use it as a study guide later on.This purchase includes: -Blank hando
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6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-6
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FREE Ch. 1 Environmental Science Crossword Puzzle - Science and the Environment
Use this crossword puzzle as a companion to the Holt Environmental Science textbook or simply as a way to introduce basic environmental science to your high school environmental class. Teacher key included.
Sustainability, Law of supply and demand, Ecology, Cost benefit analysis, Renewable resource, Environmental science, Zoology, Biodiversity, Developing country, Developed country, Non-renewable resource, Cost benefit analysis, Agriculture, Natural resource, Ecological footprint, Pollution,
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9th - 12th
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Global Environmental Data Set: Population, Consumption, Climate Change
This editable environmental data chart contrasts population, consumption, and carbon dioxide emissions for the United States, Canada, Europe, Latin America, Africa, China, India, and Asia (minus India and China). Related data including income, poverty, contraceptive use, contrasted government expenditures (education, healthcare, military), conserved natural habitat, and more are included. This data set, and clarifications for its use, are ready to use in lesson plans, debates, classroom activiti
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6th - 12th
AP Environmental Science (APES) Properties of Soil Lab
Hello :) This lab is a staple in AP Environmental Science! There are many versions of it online, but my version is simplified down to a:1 page teacher guide (preparations and materials)1 page class copy directions (only need to be printed first year)1 page student handout with data tables and conclusion questions that align with information students need to know about properties of soil. Students will prepare a soil texture jar a week prior to the lab. On the day of the lab they will perform a p
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Environmental Science All About Soil Series, Complete Resource BUNDLE
AP Environmental Science (APES) Bubble Survivorship Lab
Hello educator! This Population/Bubble Survivorship lab activity is meant to align with APES curriculum 3.1 (Generalist vs Specialist species), 3.2 (K vs r-Selected Species) and 3.3 (Survivorship Curves). Get the kids out of their seats and outside to blow some bubbles! They will have a BLAST acting like a K or r-selected species with their little bubble babies :) In this lab activity students will:Perform a quick mark-and-recapture activity with beads Answer questions about quadrant method sam
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Environmental Science Introduction to Populations Lesson BUNDLE
Science Weekly Bell Ringers: Oceanography
This free sample of my NEW bell ringer products is 4 daily bell ringers that may be used as warmups, exit-tickets, or as inserts for interactive notebooks. They are formatted to fit within a single sheet of paper (front and back) to be used as quick printables, but each warmup is contained in a separate box for easy cut-outs. This week-long set focuses on the ocean floor, ocean currents and zones, and aquatic organisms.These bell ringers are designed to quickly get students on task, stimulate cl
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Weekly Bell Ringers: Full Year Super Bundle
Farming and Climate Change | Video Lesson, Handout, Worksheets | Environment
Few think of the environmental impact of meat production when they are having dinner. It may be surprising to hear that farming and agriculture are significant contributors to climate change.This lesson discusses the relationship between farming and climate change. It explains how farming contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and how climate change affects food security. The lesson also suggests that reducing meat consumption can help lower our carbon footprint and reduce the impact of climate
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Cowspiracy the Sustainability Secret Lesson Plan BUNDLE (PDF or Google)
Water Erosion Summary and Fill in the Blank Handout
The first page is a summary of the main features of water erosion, as caused by streams and surface runoff. The second page is a fill-in-the-blank worksheet based on the first handout, to be used as an in-class activity or homework. It is up to the individual teacher how to use them. This is a free preview of a larger packet covering all forms of weathering and erosion.
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3rd - 9th
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Symbiotic Relationship Worksheet
In this activity, students are provided with various pictures of symbiotic relationships. Students identify the type of relationship represented in each picture, provide a definition of the relationship, as well an explanation of why the picture represents the relationship.Answer key provided.============================================================================Follow me on Social Media:Instagram: sySTEMatic ScienceTwitter: @systematicsciPinterest: sySTEMatic science======================
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7th - 10th
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Symbiosis Practice Problems
Are you my buddy? Do your students ever struggle with determining which symbiotic relationship is represented? This activity will help all students master symbiosis by scaffolding the answer and building their understanding of the topic. Perfect for struggling students!
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6th - 12th
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Water Cycle Quick Read and internet Activity
This class activity contains several components to engage students with different learning approaches. I has a short internets search activity, a quick reading, and short answer questions that illustrate whether the student truly understands the concept of the Water Cycle. It is also written in a manner in which students who are still learning English receive additional scaffolding as they read.
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5th - 11th
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HS-ESS2-2
DRONE TECHNOLOGY: THE FUTURE OF FARMING?
This task provides students with a framework to investigate the use of UAV/drone technology in agriculture.
There are four components to the task:
1) Research how drones are currently being used in agricultural settings.
2) State the advantages and disadvantages of drone technology.
3) Write a conclusion about whether or not drone technology should be used, based on the evidence collected.
4) Produce a print advertisement in line with the conclusion which either encourages or discourages the u
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7th - 9th
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Rock Notes- Three Types of Rock (Fill in the blank outline)
This is a fill in the blank outline for the Rock Notes- Three Types of Rock (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic) Power Point lesson. There are two pages one with blanks and one without that has the words. I have used this for a middle school Earth Science class, but it could also be used for any secondary or elementary Earth Science course.
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5th - 12th
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Energy Transformation Notes - Distance Learning
Energy Transformation: Many of my students require written notes from the board. This document focuses on the Energy and how it is transferred from the sun, into plants, and so on. This is a great tool for accommodations. Print out and hand to your students who require written notes. During these uncertain times, I hope all of our teaching community can come together for support. Enjoy!Video Podcast about our Free Notes!Click here to see our video explanation of our Escape Rooms Systems!Click
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Physical Science Bundle
Soils and Soil Conservation Student Guided Notes and Activities
This is the all important guided note-taking booklet for the "From Bedrock to Soil" Soils, Soil Formation, Soil Conservation PowerPoint Lesson.
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3rd - 12th
David Attenborough: A Life On Our Planet Documentary Questions
Designed for middle school or high school environmental classesProvides 36 questions for the roughly 90 minute documentary as well as basic table and graphing practice.
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6th - 9th
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Porosity and Permeability Lab/Demo
This quick, simple, and very visual demonstration (or lab!) has students compare the porosity and permeability of gravel, sand, and clay before even learning the terms, making this a very inquiry-based activity!
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6th - 12th
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