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6th grade science Common Core 3.MD.B.3 resources
Fidget Spinner STEM Challenge Activities and Science Experiment
The ORIGINAL Fidget Spinner Stem Challenge & Science Lab! Discover the science of fidget spinners with this engaging and low-prep STEM activity. Practice scientific method with an exploration of variables, data collection, graphing, mean/average, and more...all while having fun!This self-paced, fidget spinner activity is print-and-go. Each activity sheet guides students through the project. STEM Challenge Overview:Students will use the included visual directions, graphic organizers, chart
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3rd - 6th
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Natural Selection and Adaptations: Complete Unit with Reading Passages
A highly engaging NGSS aligned unit covering natural selection and adaptations. Students will enjoy the interesting reading passages based on scientific phenomena that are given as a central theme to each lesson. Reading comprehension questions are aligned with ELA standards. Also included are several fun, engaging activities that students will enjoy while gaining a deeper understanding of the content. Students sharpen their math skills by graphing data and analyzing results. Students also u
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Also included in: 3rd and 4th Grade Science Bundle (NGSS Aligned)
Weather NGSS ESS2: pictographs, bar graphs, forecasting, predictions, posters
Weather Bar Graphs and Pictographs for observing, analyzing and interpreting data! This package is both printable and digital (for Seesaw AND Google Classroom.) NGSS ESS2: Earth's Systems. Look at typical weather patterns, use data to make predictions, and consider connections to seasons!Printable 30 pages* Weather Forecast Worksheets (3 versions) *What is a Pictograph definition (2 versions) *Read the Pictographs worksheets *Meteorologist Fact Sheet (also with practice pictograph) *Pictograph P
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2nd - 6th
Data Trackers for Students - Printables for student data folders or binders
If you are looking for ways for students to track their iStation, I-Ready, NWEA MAP, unit tests, and any other district or state assessments then this product is for you. Reading bar graphs and organizing data are math standards in every state. So not only are students able to keep track of their data but they are learning or reviewing important math standards as well. All the pages are fully editable on PPT so that you can adjust them based on your students needs, scores and assessments. Whethe
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Data Trackers for Students and Teachers - Bundle | Editable
Types of Graphs Posters
Looking for simple but effective visuals for types of graphs? This poster set will look great in your classroom and give students a quick reference guide for selecting the appropriate type of graph for their data.Included:✔ One multi-color set with black background. ✔ One multi-color set with white background. Each set includes a poster for Data Chart, Bar Graph, Histogram, Pie Chart, Line Graph, Tally Chart, Frequency Table, & Pictograph.Each poster includes a description of when each graph
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Reading and Interpreting Graphs Activities Bundle
The Ultimate Paper Airplane STEAM Project: 10 Day Engineering Design Challenge
Every year since I started teaching, I've done a paper airplane contest. When I first started around 10 years ago, it was a quick contest that lasted just a few minutes. Gradually, as my experience as an educator grew, this project began to grow into what it is today... A 10 day cross-curricular mega project! I always say that student engagement is the key to learning, and I can almost guarantee that your students will be engaged during these activities! They will be measuring, graphing, reading
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3rd - 8th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Science Fair Project Organizational Tools
Science Fair time means lot of questions from parents and students! These tools I've created will help to put you, your students, and your parents at ease by showing how to organize a successful science fair project! You will be able to use these handouts year after year!!
You will get a four page handout to give your students/parents that gives detailed page by page directions on how to organize the project notebook. The project notebook explains how to set up the report which includes the
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3rd - 6th
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Dream Vacation - Travel Projects & PBL
Driving Question:How can you plan the perfect dream vacation?Description:Using a budget of $15,000, students create their dream vacation in this real world cross-curricular project. This project will require them to do internet research, allocate resources, calculate the cost of the trip, convert currencies, and learn the geography and climate of a new area. Core areas of reading, writing, and speaking and listening are covered, as well as calculations and presenting information in graphs and ma
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: PBL Bundle (Grade 5) - In Collaboration with A.J. Juliani - 26 Projects!
Climate Graphing Activity
Help students understand the basics of climate through this graphing activity. Not only does this address the science standards, it also integrates math and data analysis.Included in this printable graphing activity:-Introduction to what climate graphs are-Descriptions of 6 major types of climates-Directions for how to make a climate graph-Climate graph set ups-Data for two locations: New York City and Los Angeles-Analysis questions comparing the two climate graphs (use of CER)-Set of climate gr
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3rd - 9th
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The Ultimate Paper Airplane STEAM Project + Escape Room: 10 Day Challenge
Every year since I started teaching, I've done a paper airplane contest. When I first started around 12 years ago, it was a quick contest that lasted just an afternoon. Gradually, as my experience as an educator grew, this project began to grow into what it is today... A 10 day cross-curricular mega project! I always say that student engagement is the key to learning, and I can guarantee that your students will be engaged during these activities! They will be measuring, graphing, reading, analyz
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3rd - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
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Huge Life Science Informational Text Bundle! Great for Distance Learning!
Great for distance learning use!This HUGE bundle contains EIGHT high-interest informational texts to support NGSS life and earth science units! Each resource begins with an engaging informational text before students APPLY what they learn with comprehension questions and an activity. Activities vary for each resource including; graphing data, analyzing maps, designing solutions, creating a poster, writing a presentation, matching concepts and sketching ideas. Great to use as classwork, homewo
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-1
, MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-1
, 4-LS1-2
, 3-LS4-2
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STEAM Glider Prototype Engineering Challenge for Upper Elem Gifted and Talented
We use the engineering process for this open-ended design challenge. All semester, my GATE kids have been building different gliders from blueprints, direct instruction, specific materials with patterns, and even store-bought balsa wood fighter gliders.
Now it’s time for the real test!
Can students construct—limited to specific resources—a glider which meets the three guidelines in the rules? As a bonus, can students research and apply physics knowledge to their real-world prototyping challen
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3rd - 8th
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The Loch Ness Monster: Thematic Unit
Just when you think the Loch Ness Monster has been thoroughly debunked, another scientific expedition sets out to study the matter. Recently there have been a flurry of articles lamenting the fact that no new sightings have occurred in the last year! I've never taught any theme that generates more student interest, excitement, and personal involvement than themes related to natural mysteries. This integrated, thematic unit causes passionate discussion among students, in the classroom, on the p
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3rd - 6th
bar graph pie graph graphing thermometer lab PowerPoint STEM 3 4 5 6 TX TEKS
This fun, hands-on, lab and graphing activity gets your students thinking deeply and putting their knowledge of graphing, gathering data, and following instructions to the test. Perfect for test prep! Great way to incorporate science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts into a fun lesson. This lesson was created for elementary and middle school students and is great practice to help students reinforce the concepts of graphing, data gathering, creating bar graphs, creating pie graph
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3rd - 6th
World Weather and Climate Stations Analysis and Graphing for Science and Math
Set up these 6 stations to encourage students to develop their graph-reading skills and help students recognize differences between weather and climate. Simple to use in math or science lessons. Just print, cut, and tape! For today's weather, please visit Accuweather.In this PacketPg 2 Preview Washington DC Fahrenheit (together as a class, one per student)Pg 3-4 Student Handout (print double sided, one per student)Pg 5 Buenos Aires/Cairo Fahrenheit (cut in two and tape one per station)Pg 6
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, 3-ESS2-2
Also included in: World-focused Science and Math Activities for Upper Elementary
STEM Engineering for Elementary GATE - Wind Power, Windmills, and Wind
Two challenging but age-appropriate engineering projects highlight this unit. If you’ve taught my other STEM units, however, you know they’re not simply building projects. We’re thinking, learning science concepts, developing explanations, applying math and non-fiction reading skills, and bringing a wide variety of areas into a unit. But let’s not take lightly how cool it is to build and experiment with a cool mini glider and a working windmill!
As usual, we have ready-to-print activity shee
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3rd - 6th
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Fabulous Fossil Unit for Upper Grades | Fossils Lesson Plans & Worksheets
Explore the fascinating world of fossils with our engaging and educational fossil worksheets inside the Fabulous Fossils Unit! Designed for students of all ages, these worksheets provide a hands-on learning experience that encourages critical thinking and scientific inquiry.Are you ready to get your students excited about fossils? We have created digital and printable fossil and paleontology-themed cross-curricular activities for many concepts, including language arts, math, science, and art! Th
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3rd - 6th
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Earth Day Math Activities Carbon Footprint Calculations & Conversations | STEM
Perfect Earth Day activities for your math class that allow students to reflect on their carbon footprint while covering math standards. After answering 20 questions, your class can participate in three activities. These activities can be done all in one day or spread out over multiple days.First, students will tally up their points and reflect on their carbon footprint, comparing it to a partner's using a Venn diagram. Then, working in groups of 4-5, students will find the average carbon footpr
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4th - 9th
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NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Graph Northwest Volcanoes Based on Location or Height
Quick and easy, just what you need to integrate science and math.Graph volcanoes based on location or height. Graph in meters or feet. Use prepared graphs or graph paper. I included my ten rules for graphing that you can format for your classroom using a Word™ file. I also included completed graphs so you'll have an answer key and students can compare their work to a completed graph.Thanks for visiting my Simply Science store. Please take a moment to leave a comment when you purchase a product.M
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3rd - 7th
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Eye Color: The Magic of Genetics Reading Passage and Graphing Worksheet
This is a worksheet and practice in collecting data and representing it in bar graph form, and is designed to help students understand the fascinating role of genetics in determining eye color.In this activity, students will explore the concept of genetics as a special code that influences our physical appearance, including eye color. They will learn that genes act as tiny instructions within our bodies, inherited from our parents at birth. This hands-on activity and reading passage will help s
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3rd - 6th
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3-LS3-1
Animals and the Environment Informational Text Bundle {NGSS and CCSS Aligned}
Great for distance learning!Three amazing informational texts bundled into one! Each informational text comes with comprehension questions. Also included in the texts are activities for students to apply their knowledge;Graphic organizersGraphing dataFinding a solutionSketching picturesYour students will enjoy reading each of these high interest informational texts! Yellowstone Wolves - During the 1930's, people viewed wolves as dangerous and destructive animals and sought to remove them from
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
, MS-LS4-4
Woodland Animal Height Chart
Want to have to coolest classroom decor in the school? Well then, say hello to my wild friend, The Woodland Height Chart! This height chart is not only an eye-catching classroom decoration but a learning tool. It is perfect for engaging students by integrating their interests with the subjects you are teaching! ♥♥♥ Special Bonus for Teachers ♥♥♥ This height chart is useful for integrating learning opportunities into your lessons! Use the heights of the woodland animals to create lessons on a num
Temperature and Wind Chill: An Integrated Weather Activity
This engaging cooperative activity includes simulating a real life scenario to investigate the impact of wind and water on temperature. Math activities such as thermometer reading practice and making bar graphs are integrated within this activity.
Aligned to Next Generation and Common Core Standards.
Appropriate for grades 3-6.
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Weather Super Bundle
Valentine's Day Math and Science | Printables | Digital
Explore the sweet side of learning with our Valentine's Day printable activities! Engage young minds in math and science through fun-filled exercises centered around everyone's favorite candy hearts. Our comprehensive set includes worksheets tailored for three popular candy heart brands, ensuring a diverse and delightful experience. Whether it's counting, sorting, or experimenting, each activity is designed to enhance essential skills in an engaging way. To add a splash of creativity, we offer b
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K - 6th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-1
, 5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-4
, 1-PS4-3
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Also included in: Valentine's Day All Inclusive Packet
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