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Science Common Core W.6.2c resources
Types of Volcanoes Activity
Students will erupt with excitement when they work on this fun and flashy circlebook activity that examines three types of volcanoes! Fifteen mix-n-match templates feature ready-to-color illustrations of a Cinder Cone, a Composite Cone, and a Shield Volcano, complete with keys. For longer circle books, students can fill in additional templates with vocabulary words, create pages of volcano facts, research types of lava or the formation of volcanoes, or write a creative story about exploring a vo
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3rd - 8th
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Esperanza Rising Novel Study Supplement - Nonfiction Close Reading Passages
Increase the rigor of any Esperanza Rising Novel Study Unit with this Close Reading Supplement!The Close Reading Passages let students dive deep into a close read, make annotations, and practice comprehension skills like using text evidence, identifying main idea and details, developing inferences, and using context clues to determine the meaning of vocabulary. Plus, students practice citing evidence from multiple sources while making text-to-text connections with the Literature Connection essa
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4th - 6th
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Wacky Animals Informative Writing Mini-Unit
One thing that I love about the new Common Core Standards is that they ask for students to writing regular short pieces of writing throughout the year in the three main writing disciplines: narrative, argument/opinion and informative.
The mini-unit I have created here asks for students to write an in-depth profile or report about a wacky animal. Kids love animals and bring some great background knowledge about them. This allows them to focus on the research and the writing, rather than deciph
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4th - 7th
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DESERT ANIMALS REPORT: INFORMATIVE WRITING: RESEARCH TEMPLATES PRINT & DIGITAL
⭐ 22 Boom Cards now included: Identifying desert animals (pre-research)⭐⭐Print and Digital Desert Animal Report File (Google Slides) included. Link in Pdf.⭐⭐⭐Separate sheets featuring U.S. Spellings and British English in Flipbook Templates, Rubrics, Checklists, and Vocabulary Flashcards included.***********************************************************************Scaffold the writing of an Informational Report on 30 desert animals with this bundled pack of templates both in print and digital
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2nd - 6th
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Also included in: Animal Research Templates Animal Reports Bundle Print & Digital
Animal Report Template | Safari Animals | Research Project | Distance Learning
Build informative writing skills with safari animals! Species from the savanna make an engaging topic for students to research. Each student can write about their own safari animal. There is a complete research and writing guide included. The writing guide has 3 levels so you can differentiate for your students. It is also black and white, so very printer-friendly.⭐Save 20% With the entire research bundle!⭐⭐Click here to get the savanna animal research posters to go along with it!⭐Google Slides
Number the Stars Novel Study Supplement - Nonfiction Close Reading Passages
Increase the rigor of any Number the Stars Novel Study Unit with this Close Reading Supplement!The Close Reading Passages let students dive deep into a close read, make annotations, and practice comprehension skills like using text evidence, identifying main idea and details, developing inferences, and using context clues to determine the meaning of vocabulary. Plus, students practice citing evidence from multiple sources while making text-to-text connections with the Literature Connection essa
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4th - 6th
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4-in-1 Leveled Scrambled Paragraph Bundle: Integrated Science and ELA Curriculum
4-in1 Leveled Scrambled Paragraph Bundle: Integrated Science and ELA Curriculum{Water Cycle, Photosynthesis, Saguaro Cactus, and What is Mass?}Save 20% by purchasing all four!This bundle Includes these four resources:Leveled Scrambled Paragraph: Water Cycle {One Paragraph, Three Versions}Leveled Scrambled Paragraph: Saguaro Cactus {One Paragraph, Three Versions}Leveled Scrambled Paragraph: What is Mass? {One Paragraph, Three Versions}Leveled Scrambled Paragraph: Photosynthesis {One Paragraph, Th
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3rd - 6th
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Saguaro Cactus: Leveled Scrambled Paragraph {One Paragraph, Three Versions}
Saguaro Cactus: Leveled Scrambled Paragraph {One Paragraph, Three Versions}--> Integrated ELA and Science Curriculum <-- Students in a single classroom may have very different writing skills. This NO PREP resource includes three versions of the same scrambled paragraph. Students working at or below grade level, or in need of an additional challenge, can all work together by using different levels of the same content. All three paragraphs, whether they are five or eight sentences, can be
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2nd - 6th
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Research Simulation Task- Science Related Task
Using CommonLit as a source, the two articles use evidence to support how the sun is responsible for the existence of life on Earth. Due to the fact that NJSLA uses 3 sources, one of which is a multi-media source for essay writing, students will review two texts and a short video which is linked onto the document to analyze and compose a 4 paragraph essay. In this purchase, you will receive: 1. Essay Prompt and deconstruction of that prompt2. Detailed outline as a scaffold for students3. Graphic
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4th - 7th
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Civics Initiative: Flint Water Crisis Writing Performance Task
This performance tasks puts students in the shoes of the Michigan Governor's top advisor. They are working to ensure that he puts Flint at the top of his priority list in the upcoming election. In this document you will have news articles about Flint, a hook including a letter from President Obama, supplementary YouTube videos, a graphic organizer and more!
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4th - 12th
Science Calendar Making Project (also good for Chemistry, Biology and more)
This is a fun and simple research project that is appropriate for science, chemistry, biology, physics or tech classes. This project is a great way to hit many of the COMMON CORE STANDARDS for Writing and Language for Grades 6-11. Download the preview to see the entire list of common core connections.
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Students make a science (or chemistry, physics, biology, anatomy, technology or astronomy) themed calendar for the school year (September to August).
OUTLINE OF THE
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6th - 10th
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Research Paper Project: Researching an Inventor (Middle School)
This research project resource is a comprehensive packet designed for middle school students to conduct a research project on a famous inventor. It includes 21 pages of instructions, guided questions, research paper graphic organizers, and a checklist for writing essays. It also includes citation examples (both MLA and APA). Students research three aspects of an inventor’s life while citing sources used. This resource can be used to integrate language arts with social studies or science curricul
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6th - 8th
Also included in: Growing Bundle of Writing Resources for Middle School Language Arts
Animal Research Project | Safari Animals | BUNDLE | Distance Learning
Get students excited about informative writing with this animal research project about safari animals! Animals of the savanna are a super engaging topic and will have your students begging to work on their essays. This bundle includes research posters, a writing guide, and a research guide. Reading passages will be added soon, so if you buy now, you will get them for free! Don't miss this awesome chance!⭐Save 20% With the entire research bundle!⭐Powerpoint and Google Slides versions now included
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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3rd - 8th
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4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-4
, 4-LS1-2
Salmon School - Class Book Project - Animal Science Research and Report Writing
Salmon School - Class Book Project - Animal Science Research and Report Writing* Includes a zip file with 2 documents: a PDF version and an editable Microsoft Word doc version *This printable packet includes 29 topics/questions to engage your 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade, or homeschool students in the exploration of salmon. Students can work together to each complete 1 page to complete a class book or each student could work on completing this project individually for a larger-scale assignment. Each
Daylight Savings Time Activity and Lesson Packet! Crafts, Writing, Time, Reading
Daylight Savings Time activity packet complete with crafts, reading, math, writing, and more! Designed to ignite curiosity and foster understanding, this comprehensive resource promises to turn your classroom into a hub of exploration and learning. Get ready to engage your students in an unforgettable educational experience that seamlessly blends ELA, math, science, and history.Enhance your classroom's learning experience with our comprehensive Daylight Savings Time Activity Packet. This engagi
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PreK - 6th
Science Experiment Lab Report Template Differentiated
The perfect scientific method lab report template for children of all ages and levels! Great resource to encourage critical thinking and evidence based writing at ALL levels within the scientific method framework. This product provides scaffolded support for English language learners or students with special needs. This product is separated for children at three different educational levels. The first set is ink and printer friendly and can easily print double sided to function as a full lab rep
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K - 9th
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K-2-ETS1-2
, MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, K-PS3-1
, 5-ESS2-2
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Energy Project Based Learning | Earth Day
In this project based learning unit on energy, students learn about the essential elements of energy conservation and practice real-life reading, writing, science and math standards and 21st Century competencies. As students complete various activities and grow in their energy knowledge, they work to become an earth superhero for energy. Once they've learned all the basics, students will try to persuade others to conserve energy to save planet Earth.This resource is organized into five sections
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3rd - 6th
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Snowflake Reading Investigation and Art Activity
Have you ever noticed that MOST snowflakes have six sides? My students did too and wanted to investigate why. In this activity, you and your students will observe the same anchoring phenomenon as my students. As they watch snowflakes form, they will make observations in their observe, think and wonder chart. Then, they will read an informational passage about the reasoning behind why snowflakes form in this way. They will answer comprehension questions focused on content specific vocabulary and
Animal Research Project and Informational Essay Unit
This amazing packet consists of Articles and video links for research about the different animal classifications and their traits, habitats, diets, behavioral and physical adaptationsReading comprehension questions with ANSWER KEYSAn outline for researching and organizing a 7 paragraph essay with an introduction, body paragraphs about the animal's description, habitat, diet, reproduction, and adaptations, and then wraps up with a conclusion. STUDENTS WILL NEED TO RESEARCH THEIR OWN ANIMAL with o
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3rd - 6th
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Seasons Scrambled Paragraph + Plus
Seasons Scrambled Paragraph + Plus Winter, spring, summer, and fall... anytime is the right time to teach about the reasons for the seasons! Use this resource to introduce, teach, or review the reasons for the seasons.Ready-to-use printables! Just copy and go! Includes one scrambled paragraph plus three (3) additional activity sheets and a mini-quiz. The activities use images and terms covered in the scrambled paragraph to better explain how the rotation of the Earth and its revolution aro
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Integrated Science and ELA Scrambled Paragraphs + Plus Bundle
Phases of the Moon: Scrambled Paragraph + Plus
Phases of the Moon: Scrambled Paragraph + PlusUse this engaging, cross-curricular activity to introduce, teach, or review the phases of the Moon!Ready-to-use printables! Just copy and go! Includes one scrambled paragraph plus four (4) activity pages that use images and terms covered in the scrambled paragraph to better explain the phases of the Moon.This NO PREP activity packet contains an 8-sentence scrambled paragraph that can be put together only one way. Students use transitions and infere
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Integrated Science and ELA Scrambled Paragraphs + Plus Bundle
4.LS.1 Exploring Plant and Animal Structures: Nonfiction Article Writing Prompt
Engage your students with this reading comprehension and writing lesson centered around life science! This product includes an informative passage detailing the many plant and animal structures and their role in their survival, growth, and reproduction. Also included are engaging short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking skills. Additionally, students will find a thought-provoking writing prompt that meets writing and science standards. Perfect for accompanying your
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3rd - 6th
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4-LS1-1
, 3-LS3-2
, 3-LS3-1
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
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Importance of learning science
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Benefits of learning science
Learning science offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. In fact, it helps students:
- Question the world around them and seek evidence-based explanations
- Cultivate their ability to observe, experiment, and analyze data
- Nurture a sense of curiosity, awe, and wonder about the natural world
- Understand natural phenomena and the laws that govern the universe
With a solid foundation in science, teachers can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
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One of the best parts about science class is all of the possibilities for hands-on, collaborative learning! Think: labs, experiments, inquiry-based activities, and design challenges. These activities encourage students to explore scientific concepts by observing, asking questions, and conducting investigations. Additionally, with small group centers, students can engage in group experiments, discussions, and projects that require them to collaborate, share ideas, and solve problems together.
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