Halloween biology resources for Easel Assessments

This easy to read, one page passage defines animal adaptations as features that help animals survive. It breaks down adaptations into: physical adaptations - body parts, camouflage, mimicry, and chemical defensesbehavioral adaptations - learned (like hunting) and instinctive or innate (like migration and hibernation)This download includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrat

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.4.4

Biology, Informational Text, Science

...

NGSS:

4-LS1-1

, MS-LS1-4

Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle

Animal and Plant Cells + Organelles Read and Apply + Quiz {NGSS MS-LS1-2}

Created by

Smith Science and Lit

Check out the digital version of this product here:Animal and Plant Cell Read and Apply DIGITAL versionAligns with NGSS MS-LS1-2: Modeling structure AND function of cells and their parts. NOW Includes a 10 question quiz that students can take on a device via Google Classroom, TpT Easel, or it can be printed out to take paper/pencil!This activity includes reading comprehension as well as an interactive activity! As a middle school teacher, I see more and more students that have a terribly difficu

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Centers

CCSS:

RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

, RI.5.3

, RI.5.7

, RI.5.9

...

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-1

, MS-LS1-6

Also included in: C. Haynes Custom Bundle

Skeletal System: Diagnostic Radiology Lab

Created by

James Gonyo

The Diagnostic Radiology Lab is a fun and engaging way to introduce students to the use of x rays (radiographs) in the diagnosis of a wide range of problems from broken bones to intestinal blockages and more. Students learn how radiographs are made, the basics of how to interpret them, and how to distinguish what is normal from what is not. Allow your students to become the doctor (they just won’t get paid like one)! Get your students up and running faster than ever with the addition of Google A

Subjects:

Anatomy, Biology, General Science

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Assessment

Heredity and Genetics Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Biology, Informational Text, Science

This easy to read, one page passage about heredity and genetics: explains how traits are passed from parents to their children, or inherited, through genesexplains that genes are found in chromosomes - structures in our cells made of DNA and proteinexplores the purpose of DNAmentions the work of geneticist Gregor MendelThis download includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital version - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustr

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.5.4

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Halloween

, RI.7.10

, RI.8.10

NGSS:

MS-LS3-1

, 3-LS3-1

, MS-LS4-4

Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle

Context Clues Worksheet for Halloween with Print and Digital Options

Created by

Deb Hanson

Your students will read six stories related to Halloween. To answer the seventeen multiple-choice questions, they will need to use context clues to decipher the meaning of a word. Words include: specter, domicile, predilection, penchant, loathe, intrepid, eschew, foiled, abashed, copious, tepid, abashed, culled, obstreperous, and emanating.I created this because I have found that not only my ELL's, but the vast majority of students at my school struggle with this type of question on multiple-cho

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Printables

CCSS:

RL.3.4

, RL.4.4

, RL.5.4

Parts of a Flower Hands-On STEAM Activity for science and Mother's Day Craft

Created by

Teacher Toy Shop

Looking for an intriguing educational resource to explore the parts of a flower in a unique way? Download this Parts of a Flower Hands-On STEAM Activity! Perfect for educators seeking an engaging alternative or supplement to live flower dissections, this interactive and artistic project combines science, biology, and creativity to bring the parts of a flower to life in a 3D pop-up card! Plus, this can also be used as an amazingly unique Mother's Day Card.► Key Features:STEAM Integration: Immerse

Subjects:

Biology, Science, Spring

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Printables

NGSS:

HS-LS3-1

, HS-LS4-2

, MS-LS1-4

, MS-LS4-2

, MS-LS4-4

...

Also included in: Mother's Day and Valentine's Day Science Crafts - Flower and Heart Cards

Printable Skeleton Labeling Project for Anatomy and Biology or Halloween

Created by

Teacher Toy Shop

Looking for an engrossing and educational resource to help students identify skeletal bones? Download Printable Skeleton Labeling Project for Anatomy and Biology! Engage your students in a hands-on exploration of the human skeleton system, making learning about bones, anatomy, and biology both interactive and enjoyable. Perfect for year-round use, but especially for Halloween! This project creates the most amazing themed door décor! Students construct a 40-inch tall bulletin board skeleton, prov

Subjects:

Anatomy, Biology, Halloween

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Interactive Notebooks

NGSS:

4-LS1-1

, MS-LS1-3

, HS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-4

Also included in: Science Projects and Activities for Halloween and October

Food Chains Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Biology, Earth Sciences, Informational Text

This easy to read, one page passage about food chains:describes how energy makes its way from the sun up the food chain to plants and animalsexplains the difference between producers, consumers, and decomposers. It includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the v

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Halloween, Reading, Science

...

NGSS:

MS-LS2-3

, 5-LS2-1

, 5-PS3-1

, 5-LS1-1

Also included in: Food Chains and Food Webs Unit Bundle of 8 Science Lessons

Bats Lesson Plans - Print and Digital All About Bats Activities

Created by

The Core Coaches

These digital Bat activities are easy to use as traditional classroom lesson plans, centers, homework, independent work, or they’re great for fast finishers in first and second grades. Busy teachers love these low-prep lessons and activities that are sure to engage their students! With print & digital options, Learning Quests provide a balance of face to face and device-based learning styles for your modern classroom.Why do teachers and students love our Learning Quests?We all know kids LOVE

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 2nd

Types:

Research

CCSS:

RI.1.1

, RI.1.2

, RI.1.4

, RI.1.5

, RI.1.7

...

Also included in: October Lesson Plans - Digital Pumpkins, Bats, Spiders, Halloween Activities

Animal and Plant Cells + Organelles DIGITAL Read and Apply

Created by

Smith Science and Lit

This product is the DIGITAL version of my best selling Animal and Plant Cell + Organelles Read and Apply product. This interactive product is to be used with GOOGLE DRIVE. CHECK OUT THE GOOGLE FORM QUIZ THAT GOES ALONG WITH THIS RESOURCE!!!IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTSBefore purchasing, ensure that your students have: 1. A device (laptop, iPad, etc.)2. Internet Access3. A (FREE) Google Account (to access product through Google Drive) PLEASE read my Terms of Use. This activity cannot be posted to any so

Subjects:

Biology, Informational Text, Science

Grades:

4th - 8th

CCSS:

RI.5.1

, RI.5.3

Biology, Science, Test Preparation

, RI.5.7

, RI.6.1

...

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-1

Also included in: Digital Read and Apply ULTIMATE GROWING BUNDLE

Cells and Organelles - Science Review Test Prep Task Cards - Digital and Print

Created by

Nurtured Nature

It’s test prep season! Do your students groan at the sight of the item sampler? Why not use these task cards for a gallery walk, play a game of SCOOT!, or assign them with a self-checking puzzle via Google? This resource has everything you need to keep students motivated!This set of 20 task cards is modeled after item sampler and practice test questions and aligned with 5th Grade Cells and Organelles standard objectives:Identify the major parts of plant and animal cells such as, the nucleus, cel

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Games, Task Cards

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-1

Also included in: Life Science Test Prep Task Cards for 5th Grade Bundle – Digital and Print

Ecosystems and Biomes Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Biology, Geography, Informational Text

This easy to read, one page passage defines ecosystems and biomes and explains the difference between the two terms. It describes 7 of Earth's major biomes: arctic tundra coniferous forestsdeciduous forestsrainforestsgrasslandsdesertsaquatic biomesThis download includes a one page passage with color and black line versions of the illustration, 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illu

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.4.4

Tanya G Marshall The Butterfly Teacher

...

NGSS:

MS-LS3-1

Also included in: Ashton's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle

Halloween Inference Task Cards October Reading Center Halloween Activities

Created by

Looking for some fun Halloween activities for reading? These printable and digital task cards were created to help upper elementary students build stronger inferencing skills while also enjoying Halloween during October. Each paragraph was written to keep students engaged and motivated to participate. Your students will LOVE these inferencing riddles!BONUS inferencing cards related to Halloween are also included--so you don't have to go searching for early finisher activities!PLUS--you get a Goo

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Halloween, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.4.1

Symbiosis Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Biology, Environment, Informational Text

This easy to read, one page passage describes symbiosis and gives examples of 3 different types of symbiotic animal relationships: mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism. It includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing.The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the video before or after reading the passage

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

CCSS:

RI.4.4

...

NGSS:

MS-LS2-2

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Passages Growing MEGA Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL

The Skeletal System Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

This easy to read, one page passage about the skeletal system explains: the parts of the human skeletal system including tendons, ligaments, cartilage, cortical bone, and bone marrow how the skeletal system protects our organs and give our bodies strength and support. The passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the video before or after re

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Biology, Environment, Science

...

NGSS:

MS-LS1-3

Also included in: Ashton's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle

Are Viruses Alive? Guided Reading Article with Notes and Assessment Activity

Created by

Science from the South

You could simply tell your students that viruses are not classified as living things or point them to a website that shares the information. But, why when you can use this activity to help them learn it through engagement, exploration, and explanation of the classification of viruses? This activity is perfect for teaching students that viruses are not classified as living things and why we don't. The activity includes three differentiated versions of a non-fictional article about viruses, what t

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Printables

NGSS:

MS-LS1-2

, MS-LS1-1

, HS-LS1-1

Also included in: Biology Curriculum Bundle Full Year of Activities & Assessments Print & Digital

The Circulatory System Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

This easy to read, one page passage about the circulatory or cardiovascular system explains:the parts of the human circulatory system including: red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma, heart, veins, arteries, aorta, and valveshow they are used to pump blood carrying nutrients and oxygen around the bodyThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are in

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

Halloween, Reading, Science

...

NGSS:

MS-LS1-3

Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle

Pumpkin Lesson Plans - Print & Digital Pumpkin Life Cycle Activities

Created by

The Core Coaches

These digital Pumpkin activities are easy to use as traditional classroom lesson plans, centers, homework, independent work, or they’re great for fast finishers in first and second grades. Busy teachers love these low-prep lessons and activities that are sure to engage their students! With print & digital options, Learning Quests provide a balance of face to face and device-based learning styles for your modern classroom.Why do teachers and students love our Learning Quests?We all know kids

Subjects:

Grades:

1st - 2nd

Types:

Research

CCSS:

RI.1.1

, RI.1.2

, RI.1.4

, RI.1.5

, RI.1.7

...

Also included in: October Lesson Plans - Digital Pumpkins, Bats, Spiders, Halloween Activities

Plants Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Biology, Environment, Informational Text

This easy to read, one page passage about plants explains: the difference between flowering and non-flowering plantsthe main parts of a plant including roots, stems, leaves, and flowers (stamens, carpels, ovules)how plants get energy through photosynthesishow flowering plants use pollen to reproduce This passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

European History, Halloween, Social Studies - History

...

NGSS:

4-LS1-1

, MS-LS1-6

, 5-LS1-1

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Passages Growing MEGA Bundle PRINT and DIGITAL

Salem Witch Trials Virtual Field Trip Webquest for Middle and High School

Created by

TeachWithBri

Travel to Salem, Massachusetts to explore and learn all about the history of the Salem Witch Trials in this Virtual Field Trip worksheet activity pack. This historic lesson is perfect for middle school and high school this Halloween or Fall Take a Virtual Field Trip:Take a video walking tour of Salem and many of this historical sitesWatch a Ted-Edu video to learn about what the trials were and the historyExplore the key historical sites of Salem in this 360 website tourRead all about the trials

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

Also included in: Halloween Virtual Field Trip Discount Bundle for Middle and High School

Halloween Lesson Plans - Digital & Print Halloween Activities - October Lessons

Created by

The Core Coaches

These digital Halloween activities are easy to use as traditional classroom lesson plans, centers, homework, independent work, or they’re great for fast finishers in first and second grades. Busy teachers love these low-prep lessons and activities that are sure to engage their students! With print & digital options, Learning Quests provide a balance of face to face and device-based learning styles for your modern classroom.Why do teachers and students love our Learning Quests?We all know kid

Subjects:

Halloween, Informational Text, Reading

Grades:

1st - 2nd

Types:

Research

CCSS:

RI.1.1

, RI.1.2

, RI.1.4

, RI.1.5

, RI.1.7

...

Also included in: October Lesson Plans - Digital Pumpkins, Bats, Spiders, Halloween Activities

The Digestive System Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

This easy to read, one page passage about the digestive system explains the parts of the digestive system including: saliva, esophagus, epiglottis, stomach, small intestine, liver, pancreas, large intestine, and rectum how the the parts of the digestive system work to break down our food so that nutrients can be absorbed and used to create energyThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Co

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

CCSS: