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3rd grade physical science thematic unit plans for homeschool
Light and Sound Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
Where does light come from? How are sounds made? Find the answers to these questions and more during this NGSS-aligned light and sound unit! The week-long unit includes detailed daily lesson plans with literature suggestions. It incorporates science, reading, writing, math and handwriting. It also includes experiments and links to videos that complement the unit study.Watch the VIDEO PREVIEW to learn more, or click on the PREVIEW to read each lesson plan, see the Week-at-a-Glance planning sheet
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K - 1st
NGSS:
1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
, 1-PS4-1
Force and Motion Pushes and Pulls
Fun, hands-on activities for force and motion is LOADED in this packet! Created with the Next Generation Science pushes and pulls standards in mind, if you are looking for thinking maps, lesson plans, science stations, and foldables for force and motion interactive notebooks, this is what you are looking for! All with the objective of Force and Motion. **UPDATED** As of summer 2020, I have added a 20 side PowerPoint to help teach your students about force & motion as well as an emergent read
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K - 3rd
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Force and Motion Worksheets | Kindergarten 1st Grade Activities
Students LOVE to learn about force and motion! I have you covered with this engaging 3-week unit! It has everything you need including a journal, inquiry lessons, rubrics, ideas, printables, and more! Be the COOL teacher who knows how to engage students!What’s in this unit:• Pg. 1 Cover• Pg. 2 Table of Contents• Pg.3 A Note To Teachers• Pg.4 Week 1 Lesson Plans Introduction on How Things Move• Pg 5 Week 2 Lesson Plans Motion and Magnets• Pg. 6 Week 3 Lesson Plans Focusing on Push and Pull• Pg
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Grades:
K - 2nd
Also included in: Science Curriculum Kindergarten | 1st Grade Yearlong BUNDLE
4th Grade Science -NGSS- Entire Year Bundle
This bundle includes 6 hand-on science units aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for 5th grade. Each unit is packed full of inquiry-based activities, integrated language arts, word wall cards, games, task cards, projects, and assessments. Teacher pages, assessments, and answer keys are also included. Here's a brief description of each unit. If the preview is difficult to see, you can visit the page for each item by clicking the links since each unit is also sold separatel
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Grades:
4th
NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, 4-LS1-1
, 4-PS3-4
, 4-ESS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
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Ladybug Life Cycle Mini Unit
Spring is a great time to do a life cycle study on ladybugs and this mini unit is the perfect way to slip it in during all of your subject areas! This Ladybug Life Cycle Mini Unit targets reading, writing, math, science, and fine motor skills! Students already love learning about life cycles and this mini unit will make the ladybug life cycle even more fun!What's Included:2 Life Cycle Posters (5 & 6 stage)Reading8 Vocabulary CardsVocabulary Matching Sheet*Life Cycle Student Reader (prints ba
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Grades:
PreK - 3rd
5th Grade Science Bundle- Lesson Plans & Activities - ENTIRE YEAR!
With this 5th Grade Science Bundle, you get EVERY SOL-aligned lesson and activity needed to teach 5th-grade science for an ENTIRE YEAR! What’s included in this science bundle? This 5th Grade Science Bundle includes 9 science units. Each unit is STEM-based and incorporates LOTS of critical thinking and hands-on activities. Examples of hands-on activities include experiments and demonstrations, research-based activities and projects, sorts and foldables, edible activities, games, and centers. Exp
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Grades:
4th - 5th
STATES OF MATTER UNIT: MAKING THE 3 STATES REALLY MATTER!
THIS UNIT HAS EVERYTHING, BUT THE KITCHEN SINK ITSELF!
It's Packed FULL of Simple Experiment Station Cards and Student Recording Sheets. There are loads of things to add to your interactive notebooks, a file folder game, study cards, and some posters for your bulletin board.
Page 4 - 3 States Of Matter examples …. Glue in student notebook
Page 5 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your Classroom … partner or group activity
Page 6 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your House … Home
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Earth Science for High School - Full Year Curriculum Lesson Plans
This product includes a Full Year of Earth Science Lesson Plans - 81 files.
Each of the Units contain a PowerPoint presentation, Note Outlines and Homework Assignment. In total, there are 14 PowerPoint Presentation Lesson Plans, 13 Notebook Presentations for Smartboard, 13 Notes Outlines, 12 Homework assignments, 12 Vocabulary Lesson Plans, 12 Test Prep Bundles, a Laboratory Write-Up Template, a Lesson Plan Template, an Open House/First Day of School PowerPoint Presentation and a Course Syllab
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
Solar System Unit {Digital & PDF Included}
Are you short on time and trying to put together engaging activities to teach the solar system? Look no further! This Solar System Unit provides everything you need! You will save valuable planning time and your students will have fun while completing the hands-on activities and experiments outlined within these lesson plans. To take a closer look at some of the things included in this unit, check out the preview! What will students investigate through these 8 detailed lesson plans? The differen
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: 4th Grade Science Bundle - Lesson Plans and Activities - ENTIRE YEAR!
Forms of Energy (MELTS) Notes, Worksheets, and Research Project
This is ready to use and engaging set for teaching Forms Of Energy includes Mechanical, Electrical, Light, Thermal (Heat), and Sound (MELTS). It is very interactive and fun for the students in your class. Differentiated note sets, worksheets and project templates are included. This set has what need to teach different Forms of Energy to your students.Looking for easy print and go activities to strengthen your science lessons? This no prep product is designed to supplement your current Science cu
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Science Bundle - Worksheets, Notes, and Research Projects
Matter Unit - Lesson Plans & Activities - {Digital & PDF Included}
Are you looking for engaging lesson plans and activities that have to do with matter? Look no further! This Matter Unit provides everything you need! Save time planning and your students will love completing the hands-on activities. To take a closer look at some of the activities included in this unit, check out the preview! What will students investigate through these detailed lesson plans? How to define matterThe three phases of matter (solids, liquids, and gases) and their characteristicsPhys
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Grades:
4th - 6th
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 5-PS1-1
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Bundle- Lesson Plans & Activities - ENTIRE YEAR!
Simple Machines Unit: Activities, Reading Passages, Trivia Game & More
This physical science unit includes everything you need to teach the six simple machines! This resource contains demonstration ideas, reading passages, (one for each simple machine), a fun trivia game (name that machine!), printable posters, an interactive mini book, and extension activities. The interactive book promotes critical thinking and is aligned with the reading passages and posters to streamline teaching. The simple machine posters can be displayed digitally or printed for a colorful c
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Science Bundle: Force, Motion, Gravity, and Six Simple Machines
Water Cycle in a Bag Experiment
Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation, Accumulation!
Observe the water cycle in your classroom. Using a sandwich bag and colored water watch the water form vapor and then "rain" inside the baggie. Students love this!
This download includes directions and a two page, detailed observation sheet to record the progress four times.
My class said this was their favorite activity of the year. I hang the baggies on the window facing our school courtyard and always get compliments on how appealing
Grades:
1st - 5th
3rd Grade NGSS Forces and Motion Unit
This forces and motion STEAM unit has everything you need to teach 3rd grade NGSS standards.Included in this packet:Resources for Input:- Unit essential question- Inquiry chart printable- Observation chart photos- Blank, printable cognitive content dictionary template and teacher samples- I Just Thought You'd Like to Know About Forces and Motion Big Book- Powerpoint version of the big book- Super Scientist Awards- Templates for pictorial and comparative input charts. Titles are:Balanced vs Unbal
Grades:
3rd
NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-PS2-4
Also included in: 3rd Grade NGSS Science Unit Bundle
States of Matter Unit Study for K-2 Learners
You'll love all the hands-on activities, information, and experiments in this States of Matter Unit Study for K-2 learners!
This States of Matter Unit Study will get learners singing, drawing, writing, and exploring through some hands-on fun and experimentation!
Inside this unit study, you'll find:
*1-page student objectives evaluation sheet {for teachers}, 1 with editable fields
*States of Matter songs
*States of Matter information pages - 2 levels {blank one for students to fill in}
*States
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Grades:
K - 2nd
4th Grade Science Light and Sound (NGSS Aligned)
This comprehensive unit introduces students to wave energy in the form of light and sound. The unit begins with lessons relating to waves. Many hands on opportunities help students develop a strong understanding of necessary concepts. This unit was designed to address several standards in the NGSS fourth grade curriculum: 4-PS3-2, 4-PS4-1, 4-PS4-2, and 4-LS1-2. This unit is appropriate for grades 3-5If you are looking for a digital version of this product click here.Here's a list of all th
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, 4-LS1-2
, 4-PS4-1
, 4-PS4-3
Also included in: Custom Bundle: Ohio 5th Grade Science
Amusement Park Design Project
Design your own Amusement Park! This fun unit consists of 16 worksheets that will challenge students in their creative thinking, research skills, design and engineering abilities.Digital option available! Please note, some worksheets transfer nicely into a digital version but many are designed to be completed on paper or as a hands on STEM/STEAM activity.The package includes:1. Unit title page2. Student title page3. Park research worksheet (internet access for students recommended)4. Art activ
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: STEAM Project Bundle
Electricity Unit and Interactive Notebook Resource: Grades 3-5
Looking for some new "kick" to your electricity unit? Check out this interactive science notebook electricity unit! My intent is that this resource can be used in whatever way you see fit! Whether you have an electricity textbook that you use, a hands-on science kit (like I do), or no resources at all, you should be able to customize these lessons and activities to meet your needs. Just check the page of “What’s Included” to make sure the lessons I have included match your needs—and then hav
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Light Unit {Digital & PDF Included}
Are you struggling to find resources and activities for teaching light? You’ve come to the right place! This Light Unit provides everything you need! Save time planning and your students will love completing the hands-on activities found in this unit. To take a closer look at some of the things included in this unit, check out the preview! What will students investigate through these detailed lesson plans? What light isLight waves (transverse waves)What happens when light strikes an object (refl
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Bundle- Lesson Plans & Activities - ENTIRE YEAR!
Simple Machines : Investigations, Task Cards, and Assessments
Simple machines are the focus of this comprehensive unit. This 69 page resource contains everything you need to teach a complete unit on the 6 Simple Machines (lever, pulley, wedge, screw, inclined plane, and wheel & axle). Two versions of the product are included - one version which uses customary measurements and a 2nd version which uses metric measurements. Both versions use American English. This product is also part of my Ultimate Science Bundle which contains 6 separate products for a
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Movement and Me Activities - Foundation Science Packet
Your little learners will love exploring how our bodies move in many ways with this fun and engaging packet! Perfect for your Science curriculum, this packet features engaging activities like movement cards, mini sight word books, graphic organizers and more!Save 20% by grabbing this unit as part of my bundle!Featuring 24 pages of simple printables, your students are sure to love learning about the different ways our body can move!So what's included?Set of 16 vocabulary cards (including run, hop
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: Australian Curriculum - Prep and Foundation Science Unit Bundle
Properties of Matter
This hands-on unit includes multiple pieces for science notebooks, experiments, thinking maps, and foldables all focusing on the properties of MATTER!
- "I spy matter" circle map
- Sink or float activity mat
- Sink or float recording sheet
- "Apples Matter" bubble map and activity
- 4 Tab Matter foldable
- Properties of Matter science notebook piece
- Cookie Lab Activity and recording sheet
BUNDLE and SAVE! Just added due to popular demand Entire Year Science Bundle SAVE 40% by purchasing th
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Grades:
K - 3rd
2nd Grade Science: Structure and Properties of Matter (NGSS Aligned)
This engaging unit was made specifically to address the Next Generation Science Standard 2-PS-1 for second grade. A variety of activities are included with a heavy focus of developing a conceptual understanding of properties of matter. Included in this unit:•Activity 1: What is Matter? : Students read an informational passage and then find examples of solids, liquids, and gases.•Activity 2: Properties of Matter Mini Book: This mini book allows students to become familiar with common property d
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2nd
NGSS:
2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
, 2-PS1-3
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Kristi (Tennessee 3rd Digital)
Fourth Grade Matter Unit
Hi all! I have created a cute matter unit for my fourth graders full of outlines, printables, and even some activities and vocabulary cards! Some of this unit is hands-on, but it is primarily notes and outlines for students.
Here is the table of contents:
Matter poster
“What is matter?” notes
Matter vs. Non-matter sort
Matter vs. Non-matter sort answer key
“Matter properties” notes (buoyancy)
“Mass” notes (kilograms, balance)
“Which has more mass?” activity
"Which has more mass?” answer key
“Sol
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: 4th Grade Science Bundle
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