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Science Common Core RI.7.1 handouts
Yellowstone Wolves - 3 Part Informational Text
During the 1930's, people viewed wolves as dangerous and destructive animals and sought to remove them from Yellowstone National Park. This three-part informational text takes students on a journey from the wolves removal in the 1930s to their amazing return in the 1990s and the subsequent transformation of Yellowstone's present-day ecosystem. The ecological changes after their removal were widespread and evident. An excellent lesson about the power of nature's interconnections and the casca
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4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, 5-LS2-1
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
2022 Curriculum- Grade 7 Ontario Science Workbook - Heat In The Environment
This resource aligns with the global and specific expectations outlined in Ontario's grade 7 science curriculum (Understanding Matter and Energy - Heat). In this science resource, students in grade 7 will delve into heat by evaluating the pros and cons of different heating technologies, exploring how heat impacts matter, and grasping that heat is a form of energy composed of particles. As part of this resource, students can also analyze real-world scenarios and apply their understanding of heat
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Grades:
7th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
Also included in: Grade 7 Ontario Science Unit Workbook Bundle | New Curriculum
Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things science from life science to physical science to earth science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 109 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 545 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can r
Physical Science: Differentiated Passages Bundle
Physical Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things physical science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 34 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 170 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after readin
Science Literacy Articles: Informational Texts!
The Common Core in Math and Language Arts as well as the Next Generation Science Standards calls for a large increase in non-fiction reading and analysis.
This products addresses Informational Text analysis in the Common Core.
This volume of Science by the Week articles provides teachers with an incredibly easy way to provide students with practice by reading true, current, and interesting science articles.
Features:
1. Each article runs on one side of one piece of paper for easy printi
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Grades:
6th - 10th
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High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year Bundle
High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn fascinating and random science facts about every month of the year by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. These high-interest passages are engaging, surprising, and fact-filled passages about real science topics! This bundle includes one passage set for each month of the year (11 total because June and July are combined).
Evolution Bundle! {Covers NGSS MS-LS-2 & MS-LS-4}
All three resources in this bundle are hands on and very engaging. Students will enjoy analyzing, researching and applying concepts of evolution in each resource. 1st Resource - Whale Evolution ***Best Seller***Students will be introduced to the scientific phenomena of why whales are mammals and not fish in this fun and engaging activity! This activity is broken down into two parts.Part One - Whale Sorting Activity Students begin the activity by drawing a picture of what they think whales m
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS4-2
, MS-LS4-4
Reading Comprehension Passage on Bigfoot
Are you trying to find an engaging reading comprehension passage for your middle school students? Check out this high-interest article about Bigfoot. Just PRINT, COPY & HAND OUT! This product has your students practicing their reading comprehension skills, as well as their writing skills.You can use this article and questions for the following: *Ancillary Material to a Science Unit *Practicing Reading Comprehension *A quick print-and-go activity *Graded or not a graded activity *An
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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Also included in: Reading Passages Nonfiction Bundle, Reading Comprehension
Life Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Life Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things life science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 41 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 205 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. This
New 2022 - Grade 7 Ontario Science Unit Workbook -Substances and Mixtures+PPT
This science resource follows Ontario's global and specific expectations of Ontario's grade 7 science curriculum (Matter and Energy - Pure Substances). Students will learn about pure substances and mixtures by evaluating the social and environmental impacts of the use and disposal of substances, investigating the properties of pure substances and mixtures, and analyzing the particle theory of matter, among other expectations. I'll get straight to the point. Many students don't enjoy reading text
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Grades:
7th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
Earth Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Earth Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things earth science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 41 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 205 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. Thi
Amplify: Traits and Reproduction Hemophilia, Proteins, and Genes Article Quiz
This quiz is a comprehension check for the Amplify: Traits and Reproduction Hemophilia, Proteins, and Genes article from Lesson 2.1. My students usually rush through the articles and rarely take the time to ACTUALLY annotate them. This makes then responsible for the info in the text. Also, I am always looking for grades with this curriculum. This gives me a good one that checks on some vocab and gives students another exposure to a real-world example of genes that instruct for proteins.I have so
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Also included in: All of My Amplify Things
Solar Eclipse 2024: Researching the Past Assignment
Looking for a way to engage your students regarding the Solar Eclipse?Our assignment on solar eclipse myths across cultures offers a thrilling journey through time and space, guaranteed to spark your students' imagination and critical thinking skills!Skills DevelopedResearch: Students will conduct thorough research using a variety of sources to explore solar eclipse myths and legends across cultures.Analysis: Students will compare and contrast cultural interpretations of solar eclipses, identify
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6th - 9th
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Brains in Clay: Interactive Brain Anatomy Activity for Middle School
Brains in Clay: Interactive Brain Anatomy Activity for Middle SchoolEngage your middle school ela and science students in an interactive exploration of the human brain with this comprehensive activity pack! This resource includes six nonfiction articles focusing on different parts of the brain, a teaching script, brain diagram handouts, and detailed instructions for group dynamics during the activity.Key Features:Assign students articles like "Unveiling the Brain Stem" and "The Frontier of Cogni
Grades:
7th - 9th
Emergency Sub Plans: The Temperate Forest ELA or Science Print and Go
We have all been caught off guard for some reason or another and needed to gather sub plans in a hurry to prepare for an unexpected absence. This print and go product is perfect for your substitute binder or to even e-mail in your absence to a coworker to print for a substitute. This five day packet includes three informational texts about the temperate forest, nine informational animal cards, questions, vocabulary, an art activity, and graphic organizers to complete a five paragraph argumenta
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: Emergency Language Arts Sub Plan Bundle
Potential and Kinetic Energy Reading Passage With Standards Based Questions
*ALL CONTENT NO FLUFF*Reading and science all in one! Maybe you've been looking for ways to incorporate some reading into your science lessons or vice versa! Either way, this one-page reading passage on potential and kinetic energy will be absolutely perfect for your students. it's succinct, yet challenging and requires them to refer back to the text when answering their questions! It comes with two writing prompts that are sure to stretch their thinking. They'll learn about potential and kinet
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Grades:
3rd - 7th
NGSS:
MS-PS3-1
Science Reading/Sub Plans: Is The Earth Really THAT Old?
This is an excellent activity for when you need a substitute or can be used to introduce the age of the earth or radioactivity! 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 8 questions included along with an answer key. Students will learn about how scientists have determined the age of the Earth along with some basics of thermodynamics, relative dating, radiometric dating, isotopes, and th
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6th - 12th
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Strategic Reading to Write - Rock Layers and Folds - Middle School Science
This Strategic Reading to Write unit asks students to analyze three science informational articles to write a short essay. The articles are broken down through strategies encouraging deeper thinking about what the author says. A great cross-curriculum assignment that helps students use reading strategies to understand difficult scientific concepts. The activities are on a student packet that should be printed. Links are provided for the articles. Lesson plan for 5-6 days.Included:Suggested Instr
Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
The Crossover STEM Extension Guide
The Crossover STEM Extension Guide is created to be a supplemental STEM guide for a classroom study of the book The Crossover by Kwame Alexander. This guide is designed to be used by a reading/language arts teacher to facilitate the inclusion of STEM standards in a reading/language arts classroom. The guide can also be used by science teachers who would like to partner with reading/language arts teachers to create a cross-curricular unit. Included in this guide are three non-fiction reading p
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: The Crossover STEM Extension Guide Print and Digital Bundle
Reading Passage - The Planet Neptune
This reading passage is a free sample of the passages that are included in my Solar System Reading Passages product.
The passage includes a ~500 word article about the planet Neptune, including its discovery and composition. These products are intended as reading practice/intervention/activities. They are aligned with 6,7,8 grade Common Core standards for informational text.
Includes the passage, a glossary, a 5 question multiple choice 'quiz', 3 questions asking the student to select evidenc
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6th - 8th
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8 Planet Readings with Questions Print and Go! 36 pages over 120 questions
Print and Go! 8 Short read and writes : The Planets: Science Quick Activities & ReadingsDiscover the captivating world of planets in our universe with this expertly crafted collection of teacher printables! Tailored for middle school students, these printables encompasses short, compelling readings on planets, each paired with insightful questions designed to ignite curiosity and deepen understanding. Meet your disciplinary literacy goals with print ready content pages with questions. Whet
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Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
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Cloning Article Assignment
Use this google doc to guide students to research the concept of cloning. Allow them to find a news article and use the worksheet to guide their comprehension of it. They can identify the major features of the article and learn how cloning is seen in our world, today.
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-5
, MS-LS4-4
Reginald Punnett: A Not Very Famous Scientist You Should Know
Teach about the scientist who revolutionized the practical application of genetics by inventing the Punnett Square. Why do so many people know so little about a man who had such a profound and continuing effect on agriculture and the breeding of everything from chickens to dogs? Do you even know his whole name?
This brief biographical sketch of Reginald Punnett makes a valuable addition to your lesson resources. Use it for:
• Bell Work
• Background information for your lesson on Punnett
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Heredity and Genetics: Unit Resources Bundle
How the Solar System Impacts Us
In this informational text students will learn about how the tilt of the Earth, the Moon, Sun, and Meteors impact life on earth. The text explains the seasons, climate, the tides, the phases of the moon, eclipses, solar flares, the aurora, and meteor impacts. This product contains differentiated versions of the same reading. Level 1 has a Flesch-Kincaid reading ease score of 77.8 and a word count of 1198.Level 2 has a Flesch-Kincaid reading ease score of 80.3 and a word count of 1153.There ar
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2nd - 6th
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