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Women's History Month astronomy independent work packets for Microsoft Word
Evidence for the Big Bang - Independent WebQuest
This lesson is designed to equip students with fundamental knowledge about the Big Bang theory and the compelling evidence supporting this groundbreaking concept. Through an engaging webquest, students will explore a variety of resources, including short articles, astronaut interviews, and videos, to unravel the secrets of our cosmic origins.In this lesson, students will embark on an exciting journey of discovery, delving into the basic facts surrounding the Big Bang theory. They will explore th
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Grades:
5th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-2
ASTRONOMY: THE TRAPPIST 1 SOLAR SYSTEM: INDEPENDENT RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT
This is a 26-page independent research book for MG, gifted- talented, and for students that love astronomy. Use it for an astronomy club as well. Use it for students who are absent for a length of time. Use this in lieu of a grade. It is packed with research opportunities, art activities, vocabulary segments, and a quiz. There are essay portions, a word jumble, word search, and mini-biography portions. This book can be graded A, B, C, or D depending upon completeness, evidence of research, a
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5th - 12th, Staff
SOLAR ECLIPSES: A STEM KNOWLEDGE INDEPENDENT RESEARCH BOOKLET GRS.6-9, MG
This is an independent research activity booklet about solar eclipses. It provides a variety of activities: vocabulary segment, writing prompt, science fiction prompt, a quiz, an art activity, a word jumble, etc. Knowledge is power. Solar Eclipses are spectacular events in the celestial sky. In ancient times people often thought that eclipses were demonstrations of God's anger about mankind's behavior.Excelsior!
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6th - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
An Introduction to the Roaring 20s (The 1920s)
This activity is designed to introduce students to the 1920s/period following World War I. In this two day assignment students will be exploring an article along with a crash course episode and a mini-movie. Next, students will be composing summaries about 8 specific topics from the 1920s using embedded links to a reading and information on each of the topics. This is a great virtual or distance learning activity as well as a quiet in-class activity to provide students with substantial inform
Grades:
8th - 11th
TEN DAYS IN A MAD HOUSE: By Nellie Bly, Chapter Comprehension Questions Packet
As students read each shocking chapter of Nellie Bly's secret trip to Blackwell Island's Insane Asylum in Ten Days in a Mad House, have them answer comprehension questions that lead them to a deeper appreciation of what she risked to help these unfortunate women of her time. The focus is on helping students notice the main ideas in each section and review language arts skills as they follow her inside this hellish prison.I'd love to hear how this product worked for you. Leave a review and check
Grades:
7th - 12th
African American Women Firsts Web Search with Extension Activities
This is a fun activity that can be given to students to celebrate both Black History Month and Women's History Month. Most students will have to do a web search in order to correctly identify all 25 African American women. The search is editable, so you can reduce the size of the word search to meet your class's needs. Four extension activities allow you to use this activity in a number of ways. It will work for individual student searches or group work. Answer key is provided.Please check out m
Grades:
7th - 9th
“Highwomen” by The Highwomen (A sequel to the “Highwayman” - song worksheet
If you want to find a creative way to teach Social Studies content and learn about history, you can do this by combining it with the joy of music. This ties nicely into the Social Studies and History curriculum. “Highwomen” by The Highwomen (A sequel to the “Highwayman” and “American Remains.”) – a song inspired assignment. In 1985, an American music supergroup called The Highwaymen was created. The group consisted of four of country music's greatest legends: Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson,
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Highwaymen and Highwomen - Historical Characters songs and worksheets
Harriet Tubman Spanish Book Study Packet
Harriet Tubman is an important figure in the history of the United States. ¿Quien fue Harriet Tubman? is a biography of the life of Harriet Tubman filled with illustrations and important facts about her life. Perfect for bilingual elementary students! ATOS level 4.8 This is a great book to use to teach history and literacy, especially in Spanish. This resource can be used whole class or in groups for a book study. The packet is divided into chapters. Each chapter contains a comprehension questi
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Investigating the Force of Gravity - Online PhET Virtual Lab
This immersive lesson for high school teachers allows students to explore the force of gravity and its influencing factors using the PhET Gravity and Orbits Simulator. Through captivating virtual experiments, students will discover how mass and distance affect gravitational force. They will analyze data, interpret graphs, and engage in thought-provoking discussions to deepen their understanding. This lesson fosters critical thinking skills while providing comprehensive teacher resources f
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Adult Education
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-2
How does Earth's Axial Tilt affect the Seasons? Day 2
The students complete a virtual lab with real time data on how Earth's Axial tilt affects the Season in the Spring in NYS. The students change the Axial tilt from 18 to 30 degrees and the generate data on how the angle of insolation and Solar radiaion changes throughoghout March April, and May. They investigate the Implications how climate change can be altered significantly.
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Grades:
9th - 11th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Women's Suffrage Webquest
Who should be allowed to vote, and why does it matter? In this activity, students will examine a variety of primary and secondary online sources to learn more about the women’s suffrage movement. Each section includes a resource (or resources) on the left and questions or a task on the right. Students will open the link, read or examine the source, and complete the questions or task. This activity is designed for a 90-minute block or two 60-minute class periods. It can be used as independent wor
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9th - 12th
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Women in the Enlightenment Webquest
Isn't it kind of weird that all of the famous Enlightenment thinkers are men? In this activity, students are going to explore primary and secondary sources to learn about the ideas of Mary Wollstonecraft and compare-contrast them with the ideas of Jean Jacques Rousseau. Each section includes a resource (or resources) on the left and questions or a task on the right. Students will open the link, read or examine the source, and complete the questions or task.This activity is designed for a 90-minu
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: The Enlightenment Webquest Bundle
Gravity & The Motion of Planets - Reading w/ Questions
This worksheet/packet includes a short reading, highlighted vocab section, multiple choice questions, and 3 short answer questions. This worksheet/packet primarily focuses on 3 main ideas, which are: - Gravity is a fundamental force that affects the motion of objects in the universe.- Newton's laws of motion and law of universal gravitation explain why objects in orbit don't come crashing down.- The force of gravity between two objects keeps them in orbit, and the mass of the objects determines
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Solar System Data Earth Science Calculations and Application Exercise
This exercise is a perfect way to have students practice the application and calculations involved in all of the numerical data that is associated with objects within our solar system, such as the planets, Earth's moon, and the sun. Students are asked to mathematically compare things like density, the distance from the Sun, mass, or eccentricity. The reference table has been given at the top of the page for the students to use and there is an answer key attached at the end of this paper so you c
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Animal habitat Adaption day and night diorama classroom decor and lab
One of the basic science concepts taught in middle school is that a habitat is a location where a group of plants and animals naturally live together. The diorama in this lesson will introduce your students to this concept in this activity they will discover what animals in a park do during the day and at night.The diorama is easy to assemble and comes with cut-out illustrations for students to enhance the habitat. The worksheet for each diorama indicates where each cutout piece belongs. The dio
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Biology Habitat Dioramas 3 D paper models to teach biomes Middle School
Investigating Orbital Mechanics - PhET Virtual Lab
This engaging lesson for high school teachers dives into the fascinating realm of how gravity governs the motion of our solar system. Using the PhET Gravity and Orbits Simulator, students will explore the relationship between gravity and celestial bodies. They will identify the variables that impact gravitational strength and predict how changes in gravity would alter motion. Through virtual experiments, students will manipulate mass and distance to understand how these factors shape the dynamic
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-2
Guided Research: The Planets of our Solar System
This activity guides students through research of the solar system with the use of QR codes. Ideas for using this resource:- Jig Saw: divide students into groups so that they become experts on their planet(s) and then present their research to the class- As a checkpoint for a larger project over the Solar System- As a gallery walk - simply copy and paste the QR codes onto slides or pages and spread them around the room!This activity is downloaded as a Microsoft Word document so that you can make
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Astronomy, Oceanography Sub Plans The Blue Planet Tidal Seas Episode 7
Looking for the Ultimate Sub Plan? Here it isThis is a must-watch DVD for students to understand how high and low tides occur. This DVD has won many awards and students will also learn about tides' impact on ocean life. If you can not obtain this video I have included all the websites needed to complete the worksheet.This lesson can be taught either in your unit on Astronomy or OceanographyIncluded is a fun crossword puzzle for students to complete either for homework or group work.A graphic
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Moon Fun Activities Middle School Activites
Astronomy D- Day and of the Moon, Reading and Graphic Organizer
Are you looking for a lesson to teach your students how tides played an important part in history?This Directed reading can also be used for Emergency Sub Plans. Contains a graphic organizer for early finishers. You can also use it for extra credit, homework, classwork, or for your ESL studentsThis lesson is excellent for co-teacher science and history. Most people are not aware of the role the moon phases and tides played in the planning of the D-day attack.D-Day put the Allies on a decisiv
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Grades:
8th - 9th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
Also included in: U.S. History Science labs Middle and High School
Motions of the Solar System Simulation
For this, the students will need the website that is linked right on the document. They will use a pHET simulator to explore topics of Kepler's Laws and gravity. This generally takes students one 50=minute class period.
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Grades:
8th - 10th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
U.S. History: Amazing Women in American History Worksheet (Social Studies)
This worksheet will help your students to learn about 50 amazing women in American history. Students will read the description and select the correct name from the word bank. Includes: Coretta Scott King, Sandra Day O'Connor, Harriet Tubman, Elizabeth Blackwell, Rosa Parks, Sally Ride, Ella Fitzgerald, Dr. Virginia Apgar, Helen Keller, Kamala Harris, Clara Barton and many others. Ideal for a variety of Social Studies/History courses and can be used as a classwork assignment, review, or sub d
Grades:
8th - 12th
Astronaut Exploration
Astronauts have gone 'above and beyond' in their jobs. This assignment allows students to do their own reacher about different astronauts. These are guided questions to help students know what information too reacher.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-1
Women's History Month - Individual Exploration of Women Who Changed the World
This individual exploration for Women's History month, invites students to explore 5 different websites teaching students about Women who have done amazing things in history. Focusing on Science, Mathematics, Athletics, and History, this document encourages students to explore the work and life of two women of their choice, and an extra credit third woman. This could be used as an enrichment activity, a solo assignment, an online teaching tool, or many other ideas. Websites are provided and p
Grades:
7th - 10th
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