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6th grade engineering Common Core RI.6.1 resources
Intro to STEM: Think Like a Scientist & Engineer!
A great way to introduce STEM into your classroom! Updated to include editable versions of all student handouts! How does a scientist explore the world? How can you think like an engineer? Students will explore these questions and more through a series of critical thinking STEM exercises. The packet includes 4 critical thinking challenges centered on STEM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). These activities expose students to the real world of science and engineering with chal
Grades:
3rd - 10th
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Also included in: Back to School (Stage 1 STEM) Bundle: 50+ Icebreaker Activities
The Panama Canal Largest Earth Moving Project Lesson Plan
The Panama Canal Largest Earth Moving Project in History by Elizabeth Mann Lesson ObjectivesThe keynote/pdf lessonNew vocabularyVisual presentationsPost lesson multiple choice and short answer assessment"The Panama Canal" book presents a comprehensive view of social, geographical, and scientific aspects of building the world's largest canal. It's an engaging and educational read. Here’s what teachers just like you are saying about this resource:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Carlton's Collection says, "Enjoyed this
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4th - 7th
Heat Transfer Activities - Convection Radiation and Conduction - Thermal Energy
Heat Transfer Unit: Students will learn about conductors, insulators, convection currents, conduction, and radiation in this heat transfer complete unit. Students will love making a solar oven among other hands-on experiments and heat transfer labs. This resource is a complete unit for teaching the concepts of heat transfer. It includes 4 labs and 2 additional engineering activities, a two-page informational text article explaining heat transfer, response pages, interactive notebook flaps, and
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
Also included in: NGSS Middle Chemical Reactions and Density Bundle
Peeps Science Experiment and STEM Challenge - Easter Activities - Peeps Project
This Peeps challenge combines project-based learning using reading, writing, math, and science with STEM challenges. You get 30 pages of directions, graphic organizers, self-reflection sheets, and rubrics. Just print, assign your students to partners or small groups, and watch their creativity blossom! ✅ Students get graphic organizers to:budget the cost of their STEM projectdesign a Peeps catapultbudget, design, and build a home for their Peepsresearch animal adaptations for the biome their
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
The Disappearance of Amelia Earhart Primary Sources Research Activity
This engaging Social Studies lesson about the disappearance of famous American aviator Amelia Earhart mixes history and forensic science for a hands on approach to learning about Earhart's success as a female aviator in the 1920's and 1930's and her tragic failed attempt to circumnavigate the globe in 1937. Students examine and analyze primary sources as evidence, make inferences, and use critical thinking skills to come up with 4 of their own theories to explain the disappearance of Amelia Earh
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4th - 7th
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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
Grades:
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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What is Composting STEM/STEAM Learning Unit
What is composting? This is an extremely important topic that should be used to teach our students about awareness for the environment. Composting is a great way to teach many scientific topics like how microorganisms decompose organic matter, soil make up, and even mathematical concepts like ratios. This unit does just that! It's completely integrated! Students will read and comprehend, practice needed vocabulary, complete STEM/STEAM challenges, use the Engineering Design Process, and more! We
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
...
Also included in: STEM Summer Project-Based Learning Units
INTERNATIONAL DOT DAY | Reading Writing STEM Art Games Research Activities
This 29-page Dot Day Activity Kit includes LITERALLY EVERYTHING YOU NEED to celebrate Dot Day and have a Middle-Grades Fun Day in ELA with your students! Reading passage, CCSS-aligned questions with Answer Key, 2 informative writing prompts, Revising & editing checklists, Online research activity, Art Activity, (with rubric), a STEM Challenge, a Creativity Activity, a Coloring Sheet, Video Links, and Supply Request Letter are all included!What is Dot Day? International Dot Day is celebrated
Grades:
3rd - 12th
STEM Design for Learning: Solar Cars, Boats, Planes, and Rovers Webquest Project
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning Students become solar designers in this interactive STEM webquest that guides critical thinking and collaboration within the topics of solar energy and engineering. Working in teams, students choose to learn about either solar planes, cars, boats, or rovers and use what they have learned to design their own model of a solar powered vehicle. WebQuest project-based learning teaches children how to use essential skills for obtaining information and a
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Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS3-5
...
Engineering Design Process Escape Room | Reading Comprehension | Writing Prompt
Engage your students with this Engineering Design Process Escape Room! This activity has students decode interesting facts about the process while practicing reading comprehension and research writing. Perfect for centers, independent work, or as a fun twist on print & go activities.Skills Used:Close ReadingCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingResearchDeductive LogicClose Reading CHALLENGES include:Informational Text- The Engineering Design Process: How it Can Help You Solve Everyday ProblemsBrea
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5th - 8th
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Science_Engineering Robots for Common Sense Tasks_Current Events Reading
Current events PDF lesson plan. Robots are being taught to carry out complicated household tasks, and many home robot trainees are learning through imitation. Engineers have developed a method that connects robot motion data with the “common sense knowledge” of large language models, or LLMs.Articles and long reading passages of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling reade
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6th - 12th
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Hurricanes: Introduction and Engineering Project
Introduction to Hurricanes: The product begins with a thorough introduction to hurricanes, exploring their formation, characteristics, and impact. Students will delve into the naming conventions of hurricanes, understanding the significance behind names such as Katrina, Sandy, and Irma. Detailed explanations elucidate the various parts of a hurricane, from the eye to the eyewall and spiral rainbands, providing a holistic understanding of these powerful natural phenomena.Hurricane Katrina: Includ
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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STEM Design for Learning: Designing School Supplies Webquest Project
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning
Students become school supply designers in this interactive webquest. The familiar desk objects open new worlds to critical thinking and collaboration as students make decisions about school supply form, function, and fun through project-based learning.
Students form cooperative groups as “school supply companies”. Prior engineering knowledge is activated through a series of questions before students launch into web-based research accessing a se
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4th - 8th
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Project Based Learning | Biography | Philosophy | Elon Musk | Tesla
Students LOVE Tesla and Elon Musk, and this bundle of activities will have them excited to learn more about this fascinating entrepreneur! By purchasing this Project Based Learning Bundle, you are saving 20% off the price of the individual units.What better way to develop students' critical and creative thinking skills than with this high-interest Biography, Philosophy, and Design-a-Car Accessory Unit?After getting to know the man behind the Tesla, Elon Musk, students will have the opportunity t
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5th - 8th
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Nonfiction Book Study: The Boy Who Invented TV (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 90+ page, Common Core aligned, NO PREP nonfiction book study for The Boy Who Invented TV by Kathleen Krull. This book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the book and has been designed for students in grades 4 – 6. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED.GO DIGITAL! Choose printed or paperless resources! The student packet, vocabulary crossword puzzles, comprehensive quiz, and final exam are avai
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4th - 6th
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Virtual Escape Room: Flight Fiasco! (Wright Brothers Escape Room)
About Escape Rooms in general:Observe your students as they solve puzzles and figure out clues, building strong bonds of friendship and teamwork. These experiences act as a catalyst, unlocking their natural creativity and improving their ability to solve problems. These skills are essential for their academic and professional journeys. Enter the world of virtual escape rooms, where students eagerly take on challenges, developing resilience and unwavering determination in their pursuit of knowled
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
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NGSS:
3-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-3
, MS-LS4-1
, 5-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
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Engineering Career Brochure Project
In this project, your students will be researching different engineering careers and choosing one to create a job fair brochure. Students will practice all components of STEAM throughout this project culminating in a mock job fair! Engage your students in high level reading, research, and digital creation with this week long project!
Nonfiction Book Study: The Horrible, Miserable Middle Ages (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 50+ page, Common Core aligned, NO PREP nonfiction book study for The Horrible, Miserable Middle Ages by Kathy Allen. This book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the book and has been designed for students in grades 4 – 6. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED.GO DIGITAL! Choose printed or paperless resources! The student packet, vocabulary crossword puzzle, and comprehensive quiz are availabl
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4th - 6th
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Hidden Figures Unit - Week 2 - grades 3-8, Ch 6-10 Questions, Vocabulary, Backgr
Week 2 of the unit includes multiple lessons that involve engineering and aeronautics. Weekly discussion questions are included.
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Hidden Figures Week 1 - grades 3-8 Ch 1-5 Questions, Vocabulary, Background
Thematic ELA Unit Plan Week 1 with background resources for math, SS, and Science included.
Grades:
3rd - 8th
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Ham Radio Beginnings and Today Close Reading Analysis STEM
Common Core Test Practice for STEM, Math, and Science can be hard to find for areas taught that help ELA teachers able to integrate and correlate with teaching teams for PLC and theme-related teaching.The non-fiction document included is a common core-based story and set of questions for middle school to high school with higher-level thinking objectives that include word meaning, word choice, citing text evidence, and making connections.Check out the other STEM ELA texts that center around ham r
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Adult Education
STEM Designer: Solar Powered Vehicles
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning to use with Google ClassroomStudents become solar designers in this interactive STEM webquest that guides critical thinking and collaboration within the topics of solar energy and engineering. Working in teams, students choose to learn about solar planes, cars, boats, or rovers and use what they have learned to design their own model of a solar powered vehicle. WebQuest project-based learning teaches children how to use essential skills for obtain
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
...
Natural Disasters Project (1 & 2) Teacher's Companion
The teacher's companion provides you with an in-depth look at natural disaster projects one and two. The document guides teachers through the process, lists the standards, materials, procedures, and schedule necessary to successfully implement both natural disaster projects.
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Grades:
2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Natural Disasters Projects 1 & 2 Complete Bundle
MEGA SCIENCE Bundle for grades 5-6
This packet has over 100 hours of Science fun! Integrated with Math and Reading/Writing, these projects and activities are full of engaging lessons. Great for home learning, Science stations, whole group learning and more.Over 600 pages of resources are included!Skills/Topics include:EngineeringScientific MethodReading and researchReading and vocablularyWriting nonfictionWriting fictionMath: computationMath: data recording and analyzingMath: word problemsMath: operations•3 STEM projects•2 STEA
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Grades:
5th - 6th
NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-LS2-1
, 5-PS3-1
, 4-PS3-3
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