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Biology Common Core SL.3.1 resources
Inquiry Based Learning Plants Lesson
Are you ready for a student-centered, engaging lesson plan? In this activity, you will answer yes/no questions while the students follow patterns and trends to figure out the correlation between plants and their habitats.Students will identify the patterns and trends of particular plants in each of four habitats: desert, rainforest, ocean, and grasslands. They will use photos and their prior knowledge to complete a student worksheet. Both printable PDFs are included as well as a fully-digital le
Subjects:
Grades:
K - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
K-ESS3-1
Also included in: Inquiry Based Learning Plants and Animals Lesson Plans - Bundle
Inquiry Based Learning Animal Classification Lesson
Are you ready for a student-centered, engaging lesson plan? In this activity, you will answer yes/no questions while the students follow patterns and trends to figure out the correlation between animals and their classification.Students will identify the patterns and trends of animal attributes in each of six classifications: mammals, reptiles, insects, amphibians, fish, and birds. They will use photos and their prior knowledge to complete a student worksheet. Both printable PDFs are included as
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
, 1-LS3-1
Also included in: Inquiry Based Learning Plants and Animals Lesson Plans - Bundle
Fall Garden Lesson Plans and Activities - Third and Fourth Grade - Ten Weeks
Kids will love these FALL Garden-based Science, Nature, and Nutrition Lessons written for Third and Fourth Grade children (activities are also appropriate to use with older kids as well). The Third and Fourth Grade Fall Lessons explore planting and harvesting what is seasonally appropriate, and children explore the history of growing food worldwide. Life Science is also a key theme in examining how all components work together to create a healthy garden ecosystem. Resource Highlights:10 scaffol
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-ESS2-2
, 3-LS4-2
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Inquiry Based Learning Plants and Animals Lesson Plans - Bundle
Are you ready for student-centered, engaging lesson plans? In these activity, you will answer yes/no questions while the students follow patterns and trends to figure out the specific rule. 1. Students will identify the patterns and trends of animal attributes in each of six classifications: mammals, reptiles, insects, amphibians, fish, and birds. They will use photos and their prior knowledge to complete a student worksheet. Both printable PDFs are included as well as a fully-digital lesson in
NO PREP Predator and Prey Games
Animals have unique adaptations to help them survive. Through games and activities, students will pretend they are a variety of animals and they will experience some of the ways predators hunt prey and how prey avoid being eaten.Included in resource:- Extensive vocabulary list- Materials needed for each game- Detailed instructions on how to play each game- Discussion questions for conceptsCreated by Homeschooling and HomesteadingFollow our store to keep up-to-date on new products. Please be sur
Frog Life Cycle Presentation - PowerPoint & Google Slides | Science Lesson
Introducing: Life Cycle of a Frog Teaching Slides Presentation! Available in PowerPoint & Google Slides FormatsWhat's Included:23 teaching slides: available in PowerPoint & Google Slides FormatsTurn-and-Talk opportunities with included sentences stems/starters to promote respectful science discourseNo prep work required: These slides are designed for you to be able to read directly from the slides when teaching, saving valuable planning time!Interactive Learning: Includes observation exe
Grades:
1st - 4th
Types:
PPT with Models, Questions & Experimental Design: Plants & Animals Needs Product
How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to complete each worksheet by just deciphering the model. The teacher and student age can determine how detailed you get with your explanation of the processes. This is a great time t
Subjects:
Grades:
1st - 8th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
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Plant & Animal Needs/Products Experimental Design: Photosynthesis & Respiration
Included in this packet are models of plant and animals needs and products with questions as well as an experimental design Q & A with explanation. How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to complete each worksheet by j
Subjects:
Grades:
1st - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
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Animal & Plant Needs & Product Powerpoint with Models: Experimental Design
How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard via the ppt and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to list the things entering the organism/leaf and the things exiting. You can discuss states of matter with students, how water entering and leaving, but in a different st
Subjects:
Grades:
1st - 8th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
...
Insects vs Spiders (Arachnids) Picture Sorts with Sentence Stems
Large realistic picture sorts with labels of insects and spider or insects and arachnids, along with independent sort sheets for students to use what they know about insect, spider, and arachnid characteristics to sort the animals into categories.Sentence stem cards included for discussions! Great for ESOLThe following animals are included on the picture cards-Insectsbutterflyladybugbeetleantpraying mantisgrasshopperbeedragonflySpiderstarantulablack widowwolf spiderbrown reclusejumping spiderye
Insect Vs Not an Insect Picture Sorts with Sentence Stems
A large realistic picture sort with labels of insects and animals that are not insects, along with an independent sort sheet for students to use what they know about insect characteristics to sort the animals into categories. Sentence stem cards included for discussions! Great for ESOLThe following animals are included on the picture cards-Insectsbutterflyladybugbeetleantpraying mantisgrasshopperbeedragonflyNot InsectsspiderwormscorpioncrabfishfrogcentipedesnailWant to dive further into bugs and
The Magic School Bus THE WILD WHALE WATCH Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Answer Key Included!Rationale for using Discussion Cards:Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in critical thinking and reflection as they read, discuss, and respond to books. Collaboration is at the heart of this approach. Students reshape and add to their understanding as they construct meaning with other readers. The Discussion Cards have questions from each chapter prompting students to cite evidence from the
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Pollination Activities for Elementary & Homeschool, Spring Worksheets & Lessons
This bundle of materials has EVERYTHING you need for your students to learn about pollination and plant fertilization in a fun and engaging way! Included in a 3-day lesson plan outlining student objectives, activities, opportunities for review, assessments, and more. Additionally, you will find numerous engaging student worksheets that are full of information, visual aids, diagrams, and activities, all of which will lead to a deeper understanding of pollinators and the process of pollination. St
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
3-LS4-1
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS3-2
, 3-LS1-1
Praying Mantis Scientific Journal
This was created for my students to observe their praying mantis enclosure! I wanted them to get to know the insect a little more in detail. I thought it would be fun to dive into the insect a little deeper. Enjoy!
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Marine Mammal Trading Cards for Games, Rewards, and Projects
These Marine Mammals Trading Cards make a fun supplement to your ocean creature, sea life, or life science unit. The 11 Marine Mammals including in this set are the: Beluga Whale, Blue Whale, Dugong, Fur Seal, Humpback Whale, Narwhal, Orca, Sea Lion, Sea Otter, Short-beaked Dolphin, WalrusThis product includes:11 Filled out cards: The front of each card features clipart of the marine mammal along with its “Fast Stats” which are the top weight, length, lifespan and number of offspring of the ani
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
Also included in: Ocean Animal Trading Cards and Games Bundle
Winter Garden Lesson Plans and Activities - Third and Fourth Grade - Ten Weeks
Kids will love these Garden-based Science, Nature, and Nutrition Lessons are written for Third and Fourth Grade students (and can also be used with older children). The Third and Fourth Grade Winter Lessons explore Plant Classification, and the inherited similarities plants have within families. Children examine common plant families found in an edible garden to allow them to recognize various plant species, identify their nutritional needs and benefits, and determine crop interdependence.Resour
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 4th, Staff
Types:
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS3-2
, 3-LS3-1
, 3-LS1-1
Reptile Vs Not a Reptile Picture Sorts with Sentence Stems
A large realistic picture sort with labels of reptiles and animals that are not reptiles, along with an independent sort sheet for students to use what they know about reptile characteristics to sort the animals into categories.Sentence stem cards included for discussions! Great for ESOLThe following animals are included on the picture cards-Reptilesiguanaturtlesnakechameleonsea turtlelizardalligatorcrocodileNot ReptilesdoglionbutterflydolphinrabbitfishfrogsheepLooking for other animal sorts? Ch
Mammal Vs Not a Mammal Picture Sorts with Sentence Stems
A large realistic picture sort with labels of mammals and animals that are not mammals, along with an independent sort sheet for students to use what they know about mammal characteristics to sort the animals into categories.Sentence stem cards included for discussions! Great for ESOLThe following animals are included on the picture cards-MammalsdoghorseliondolphinelephantrabbitmonkeysheepNot MammalsantspidersnakewormbeefishfrogsnailLooking for other animal sorts? Check these out and be on the l
Magic School Bus GREAT SHARK ESCAPE Discussion Cards (Answer Key Included)
Rationale for using Discussion Cards:This strategy is powerful in giving students opportunities to work together in mixed-ability, student-led groups. Lower level students benefit from listening to higher level students respond to questions. Higher level students are challenged to express their thinking in a way that helps lower level students comprehend the material.Discussions are guided by students’ responses to what they have read. This approach provides a way for students to engage in criti
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
Rainforest Destruction & Conservation Bundle w Lessons, Activities, Photos Gr2-3
OVERVIEW AND COMPONENTSStudents in grades 2 and 3 read text and view authentic media (photos, graphic organizers, brief video clips) as they explore rainforest destruction, conservation efforts, and habitat basics. A mix of learning types in this unit (lessons, activities, graphic organizers, scientist interviews) encourages engagement on the topic. The themed bundle contains 8 products: 2 rainforest destruction-and-protection-themed lessons 1 graphics pack (includes 2 graphic organizers and 1 p
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 3rd
NGSS:
2-LS4-1
, 3-LS4-4
If You Were a Seahorse: Informational Story & Seahorse Facts,
Children are naturally curious about the creatures that live in the ocean--especiallyseahorses! This informational story about a male seahorse's life contains factual information about how seahorses differ from other fish, their habitats, diets, enemies,as well as courting and mating habits! Students will delight in discovering that it isthe father seahorse who carries and gives birth to the seahorse offspring--sometimes 2,000 of them at a time! This product is illustrated with beautiful, colo
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Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Animal Characteristics 2 Corners Review Game
Get your students up and moving with this engaging animal characteristics review game. “2 Corners” is an adaptation of the game of Four Corners. I used two corners with my students in order to more focus our review. When reviewing characteristics of mammals, one corner of the classroom was designated for mammals, and another for non-mammals. Choose which characteristics and animal cards you wish to use to review and shuffle them together. Students randomly select a card that contains eithe
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Types:
Fun Animal Tracks Activity
Want to take your students on a fun nature walk while teaching them about animals!? Look no further! In this bundle, you will find an engaging lesson plan with a corresponding slide deck to help students identify different animal tracks. Along with instructions on how to take kids on an interactive nature walk where they will find the tracks of the animals they have just learned about (track cutouts included)! I have also included 4 different animal track coloring sheets that can be used as an a
Subjects:
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
1-ESS1-2
Honey Bee by Fleming pdf Google Slides™ book companion w web activities
This is a beautiful and informational resource about honeybees. It includes comprehension/discussion prompts, animal/insect study guidance, a mini webquest resource, and great activities for learning about bees with The Honeybee, written by Candace Fleming and illustrated by Eric Rohmann. It includes 45 comprehension/discussion/composition prompts and 15 extension activities using the book and outstanding web resources. This product may be used for classroom and distance learning, and the book i
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
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