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Science Common Core L.8.4 resources
New 2022 Curriculum - Grade 8 Water Systems Ontario Science Unit Workbook + PPT
This science resource follows Ontario's global and specific expectations of Ontario's grade 8 science curriculum. Students will learn about water systems by learning about various forms of water, analyzing climate and natural water systems, and researching information about our water supply, demand, quality, and sustainability, among other expectations. In addition, this workbook unit explores water bodies through inquiry-based learning. Students will research and explain the natural side effect
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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Also included in: New 2022 Curriculum - Grade 8 Ontario Science Unit Workbook Bundle
Genetics Vocabulary Choice Board for Middle School
Looking for a fun way to review and practice genetics vocabulary? The Genetics Vocabulary Exploration Activity Choices allows students to explore vocabulary through 6 suggested activities of their choice with no prep required! This is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, hybrid, 1:1 classroom, or traditional school setting and it comes in both a PDF and an editable digital Google Docs TM format.What's included?Teacher DirectionsStudent Directions12 Project Cho
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7th - 8th
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Also included in: Genetics PBL Unit Plan
Physical Properties of Matter: Who Am I? Digital Virtual Lab Activity #1 (1-19)
A interactive digital science literacy & active-learning lab that will challenge students to look at everyday objects with increased curiosity and greater attention to detail. The key? Knowledge of the physical properties of matter and the correct use of terminology to effectively communicate in the sciences.This is the interactive digital version of the original Physical Properties of Matter: Who Am I? Science Literacy Inquiry Lab #1 (1-19).Students are tasked with identifying everyday obje
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5th - 10th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Physical Properties of Matter: Science Literacy Card Sort & Who Am I? Labs
An excellent science literacy & lab activity for physical properties of matter! Two coordinated approaches:⭐a hands-on card sort that will challenge students to match terms with the physical property they describe combined with,⭐two active-learning labs that will challenge the way everyday objects are perceived,⭐WILL tease out some deeply held misconceptions, strengthen observational skills, and develop the ability to communicate experimental results more effectively!Included in this resourc
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5th - 11th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Maus Nonfiction Book Study (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 140+ page Common Core and New York Next Generation aligned complete book study for Maus: A Survivor's Tale by Art Spiegelman. This NO PREP book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the book. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED. This nonfiction book study is divided into 6 sections. Each section includes vocabulary, chapter questions, discussion questions, a vocabulary crossword puzzle, and a r
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7th - 10th
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Physical & Chemical Properties, Changes, & Word Equations for Chemical Reactions
A bundle of activities designed to:- analyze terminology associated with physical properties of matter (card sort);- preform a Mystery Matter lab using the terminology learned above (lab activity);- distinguish between physical changes and chemical changes (card sort);- convert descriptions of chemical changes into chemical word equations (worksheets).Please see individual files contained in this bundle for further details.Click here to follow my store and receive the latest updates.Original Art
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6th - 10th, Adult Education
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The Omnivore's Dilemma Nonfiction Book Study (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 140+ page Common Core and New York Next Generation aligned complete book study for the nonfiction text, The Omnivore's Dilemma: The Secrets Behind What You Eat Young Readers' Edition by Michael Pollan. This NO PREP book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED. This nonfiction book study is divided into 5 sections. Each section includes vocabulary, ch
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6th - 10th
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Force and Motion Vocabulary Activity Choice Board
Looking for a fun way to review and practice Force and Motion vocabulary? The Force and Motion Vocabulary Activity Choice Board allows students to explore vocabulary through 6 suggested activities of their choice with no prep required! This is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, hybrid, 1:1 classroom, or traditional school setting and it comes in both a PDF and an editable digital Google Docs TM format.What's included?Teacher DirectionsStudent Directions6 Proj
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7th - 8th
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Also included in: Force and Motion PBL Unit Plan
Game: Force, Motion, Energy & Work bingo
Save time and energy while challenging your students with these 6 force, motion, energy, work and simple machines bingo games. Games are an engaging way to motivate students to connect with content and each other – even in a remote learning situation.The 6 games (3 in person and 3 remote) provide for differentiation with several levels of play and visual helps with full color chips. Three games also provide a remote/virtual option. You can share the Virtual Link with up to 30 students who can pl
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: Science bingo games (remote and in person versions of each)
Earth's Systems - 68 Science Vocabulary Word Wall Cards - Bulletin Board
Are you looking for a comprehensive set of Vocabulary Word Cards to teach the important vocabulary terms about the Earth Systems? This set includes 68 Word Cards - each with a definition and a high-quality photo to teach the concept of the word. The photos add context to the definition, and often feature diagrams and scientific situations that bring the word to life! Your students will quickly master the important Science concepts related to the systems of Earth with the help of these vocabulary
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Grades:
4th - 7th
NGSS:
5-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-4
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Fossil Record Vocabulary Choice Board
Looking for a way to add voice and choice while practicing Fossil Record vocabulary? The Fossil Record Vocabulary Choice Board for Middle School Science allows students to explore vocabulary through 6 suggested activities of their choice! This no prep activity is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, hybrid, 1:1 classroom, or traditional school setting and it comes in both a PDF and an editable digital Google Docs TM format.What's Included?Teacher DirectionsStud
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7th - 8th
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Also included in: Fossil Record Unit Plans Bundle
Iceberg Nielsen Titanic Cross-Curricular Book Companion Novel Study
A Titanic Story - This interdisciplinary book companion and novel study includes comprehension, literary instruction, reflection, critical thinking, discussion, and composition prompts for studying the outstanding historical fiction novel, Iceberg, by award-winning author, Jennifer Nielsen. This book is an inspiring narrative account of the fateful maiden journey of the RMS Titanic. This interdisciplinary novel study opens the door to many important discussion opportunities for students within t
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Print & Digital Virtual Lab Activity for Physical Properties Who Am I? #1(1-19)
Print and digital virtual lab bundle that will challenge students to look at everyday objects with increased curiosity and greater attention to detail. The key? Knowledge of the physical properties of matter and the correct use of terminology to effectively communicate in the sciences.Students are tasked with identifying everyday objects and combinations of objects, not by their common names but, by the descriptions provided of their physical properties. An engaging lab not only to get students
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Geologic Time Scale Vocabulary Choice Board for Middle School Science
Looking for a way to add voice and choice while practicing Geologic Time Scale vocabulary? The Geologic Time Scale Vocabulary Choice Board for Middle School Science allows students to explore vocabulary through 6 suggested activities of their choice! This no prep activity is designed with the middle school student in mind, can be used in a home, hybrid, 1:1 classroom, or traditional school setting and it comes in both a PDF and an editable digital Google Docs TM format.What's Included?Teacher D
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
Also included in: Geologic Time Scale Activities PBL Unit Bundle
Ecosystems - 64 Science Vocabulary Word Wall Cards - Bulletin Board
Are you looking for a comprehensive set of Science Vocabulary Word Cards to teach the important vocabulary terms about Ecosystems? This set includes 64 Word Cards - each with a definition and a high-quality photo to teach the concept of the word. The photos add context to the definition, and often feature diagrams and scientific situations that bring the word to life! Your students will quickly master the important Science concepts related to Ecosystems with the help of these vocabulary cards.Wi
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Grades:
4th - 7th
NGSS:
5-LS2-1
, 4-ESS3-2
, 4-ESS3-1
Solar System and Space - 82 Science Vocabulary Word Wall Cards - Bulletin Board
Are you looking for a comprehensive set of Vocabulary Word Cards to teach the important vocabulary terms about the Solar System/Space? This set includes 82 Word Cards - each with a definition and a high-quality photo to teach the concept of the word. The photos add context to the definition, and often feature diagrams and scientific situations that bring the word to life! Your students will quickly master the important Science concepts related to the Solar System/Space with the help of these voc
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Grades:
Not Grade Specific
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, HS-ESS1-6
, HS-ESS1-4
, 5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
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Biomimicry Engineering Design Project with the UN SDGs
Challenge your students to engineer solutions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through the lens of biomimicry! This project is built to take learning beyond the classroom, in line with the Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge, but can be a standalone engineering project. Students explore adaptations from a variety of organisms, conduct research, contact local organizations, and work as a team to create solutions to local, national, and global problems...all while connecting with nature!
Earth Day Activities |Vocab| Critical Thinking | Writing |Print PDF or Digital!
Teach your students about the importance of Earth Day! Students will be able to do the following with this engaging print or digital activity: 1. Define 5 vocabulary terms related to Earth Day, use them in a sentence, and draw a picture. 2. Use critical thinking and real-world skills to create and list things we can do on Earth to reuse, reduce and recycle.3. Respond to an Earth Day writing prompt in paragraph or short-answer form.
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
Platypus PowerPoint with Activity and Study Guide
Get ready to explore the world of the Duck-billed platypus, one of the most bizarre and mysterious mammals in the world from eastern Australia and Tasmania. Platypus facts include that they sport a tail like a beaver, bill and feet like a duck, and lay eggs like a bird! Platypuses give birth to furless babies called puggles. What's Included:One Quick Start GuideOne 23-slide animated PowerPoint (both PPTX and PDF file types)One 20-page fillable student activity and study guideOne 26-page EDITABLE
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-4
, 4-LS1-2
Physical Properties of Matter: Who Am I? Science Literacy Inquiry Lab #1 (1-19)
A science literacy & active-learning lab that will challenge students to look at everyday objects with increased curiosity and greater attention to detail. The key? Knowledge of the physical properties of matter and the correct use of terminology to effectively communicate in the sciences.Students are tasked with identifying everyday objects and combinations of objects, not by their common names but, by the descriptions provided of their physical properties. An engaging lab not only to get s
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Articles - 1: Goblin Sharks - MAGNIFICENT or MONSTROUS? - Fact & Opinion
READING & WRITING - ANALYZING - COMPREHENSION - TEST PREP ................................................................... FOCUS: FACT & OPINIONTEXT"MAGNIFICENT OR MONSTROUS" is a nonfiction ARTICLE ABOUT goblin sharks. These are rare deep-sea sharks called living fossils. Goblin sharks have a perfect blend of incredibly cool ADAPTATIONS and hideous APPEARANCE traits, making this an ideal article for FACT & OPINION......................................................TOPICS APPROP
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Articles - 12: POEMS, ARTICLES & NARRATIVES - BUNDLE II - PDF & ONLINE
Conversation Starters Package on Bad Habits- Middle/High School
Generate inspiring class discussions with these thought-provoking conversation questions on bad habits.What's included:A list of 15 thought-provoking questions for middle/high school students on the subject of bad habitsActivities to fill in before and after discussion (Ensuring students know what is expected of them and what constitutes an effective and productive discussion) Useful expressions and transitions pages (Encouraging students to use and record a variety of useful expressions and tra
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Physical Properties of Matter: Words That May Be Used To Describe Card Sort
A digital interactive activity that challenges students to match everyday terms to one of the 23-physical property of matter that they may be used to describe. Easier said than done!Students compare and contrast everyday terms, at their own pace, then match them with the physical property they describe.This activity will tease out some deeply held misconceptions. It will also help strengthen observational skills and help develop the ability to communicate experimental results more effectively.
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Adult Education
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
Physical Properties of Matter: Who Am I? Digital Virtual Lab Activity #2 (20-38)
A interactive digital science literacy & active-learning lab that will challenge students to look at everyday objects with increased curiosity and greater attention to detail. The key? Knowledge of the physical properties of matter and the correct use of terminology to effectively communicate in the sciences.This is the interactive digital version of the original Physical Properties of Matter: Who Am I? Science Literacy Inquiry Lab #2 (20-38).Students are tasked with identifying everyday obj
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Grades:
5th - 10th, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
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- Question the world around them and seek evidence-based explanations
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- Understand natural phenomena and the laws that govern the universe
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