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Earth sciences Common Core RI.6.7 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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Middle School Science Curriculum NGSS Aligned Full Year Science Lesson Bundle
Do you want to save time in planning for middle school science? This Middle School Science Curriculum Bundle addresses all the DCIs for Middle School NGSS. Complete units with phenomena-based 5E Science Lessons for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade.Save more than 30% by purchasing this bundle! ❤️ Get back to the fun of teaching science! Let me do the planning for you!Why do you need this bundle?phenomena-based resourcesengaging activitiesaligned to standardsSave time and money!Access to my updates****Inc
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ESS3-2
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Climate Change & Global Warming & The Greenhouse Effect Human Impact MS-ESS3-5.
Do you need to teach your students about climate change and global warming? Students will learn about human impact on climate change and global warming with these engaging activities. They will learn about the Greenhouse Effect. They will learn about the factors that have caused global temperatures to rise over the past century. They will learn about various contributing factors to climate change.✅ The Greenhouse Effect is necessary for our planet to stay at a healthy temperature, but too much c
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
Weather and Climate Bundle - Weather Fronts and Air Pressure - Weather & Seasons
Weather and climate are complicated topics. This middle school science bundle has everything you need to teach the weather and climate standards. Students will learn about patterns in weather, air masses, air pressure, weather fronts, climate, uneven heating of the earth, climate change, and more. Purchase as a bundle and save 20% on these weather and climate resources for middle school science. Complete coverage of these standards From the Disciplinary Core Ideas: Earth's Systems: ESS2.D Weathe
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-4
, MS-ESS2-6
, MS-ESS2-5
NASA Space Centers Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to three different NASA space centers across the United States. Using a combination of Google Earth™ 360-degree views, informational text, video, and visuals, your students will learn about NASA, research and contributions, space travel, and significant events.This virtual field trip covers::: NASA Headquarters:: Mary W. Jackson :: Field Centers :: Langley Research Center:: Apollo Lunar Landing:: Landing on the Moon:: Margaret Hamilton:: Johnson Space C
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: End of Year Virtual Field Trip Bundle (Google Earth Exploration)
Birthstone Rocks and Mineral Project
Assess student understanding of minerals through their completion of this birthstone project. This project has print and digital options to allow flexibility in the science classroom. First, students will complete the graphic organizer using student-friendly websites to research their birthstone. Then they will complete the brochure to demonstrate their knowledge of the mineral. This project works well as a science center, independent or small group assignment, or digitally assigned. Like this b
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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Also included in: Full Year Science Curriculum
California Integrated Model & CAST 6th Grade Science Year Long Science Lessons
This is a bundle for 6th Grade: NGSS Integrated Model. This bundle covers the PEs and standards for NGSS for 6th grade in California and the 6th grade CAST Test. Purchase of this bundle will save you 20% on these resources. This is the set of resources for the NGSS Integrated Model 6th grade. All of the standards for 6th-grade NGSS in the Integrated Model are covered here. Do you teach 6th grade in California? You need this resource! ✅Resources Include:Lesson Plans✏️Slide ShowsStudent NotesLabs
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Grades:
6th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-4
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
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Solar System Project & Moon Phases Activity & Seasons & Stars and Galaxies
Do you need to teach about the solar system and Sun, Moon, and Earth? This Earth and Space NGSS bundle covers all Middle School Earth’s Place in the Universe standards. Students will develop models of the Earth-Sun-Moon system, explain gravity in galaxies, and determine the scale and properties of objects in the solar system. Perfect for 6th-grade science.Benefits of this Unit:well organizedEngaging labs and activitiesReading passagesStandards-alignedUnits in the bundle include:5-E lessonsNonfic
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Scale and Properties of Objects in the Solar System Activities Science MS ESS1-3
Do you need to teach about mathematical thinking in relation to the solar system? Students will learn about the scale and properties of objects in the solar system by using mathematical thinking in these great hands-on labs. Students will analyze and interpret data to understand the properties of objects in the solar system. This engaging science unit is aligned with NGSS MS ESS1-3 Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system. and Utah SEEd 6.1.3 Use co
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Layers of the Earth & Earth's Systems MS-ESS2-1 and MS-ESS2-1
Do you want to teach about Earth's Layers?Students will read rich scientific passages on the properties of the Layers of the Earth and participate in hands-on activities to learn about the composition of the Earth’s layers and how they affect changes on the Earth’s surface. This resource is aligned with the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas: Earth Materials and Systems and The Role of Water in Earth's Surface Processes. This resource includes:four pages of informational text articles on layers of the
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
Seven Natural Wonders of the World Virtual Field Trip (Google Earth)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to the 7 Natural Wonders of the World! Students will use Google Earth™ and multiple print and digital sources to quickly draw information to answer questions pertaining to the different geographic locations.Students will complete this activity digitally using Google Slides, but a print version is also included. A link to access the field trip is included in the PDF download. This activity is low prep to save time!Students will learn about and virtually
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Middle School NGSS Science Bundle & Bell Ringers & 5-E Lessons & Assessments
This NGSS Middle School Science Bundle is my biggest bundle! It includes all my middle school science units, Bell Ringers, Jeopardy-style games, Assessments, and Informational Text Science Units for Middle School. It addresses all the NGSS standards for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade NGSS science. Save when you purchase this bundle! Save 30% by purchasing this bundle! (Best Value)This NGSS Science Bundle Includes:Middle School Science Units✅ The science units for this bundle include:(PDF and PPT)MS-PS1
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ESS3-2
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Earth Science Summer Reading Passages for Middle School Science
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Do you need informational text passages about Changes to the Earth's Surface? This fantastic bundle gives you five informational text units on Earth Science Topics. You will love these science reading passages and comprehension questions. Students will practice informational text skills and learn about plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, and volcanic activity that has shaped the earth's surface with real-life examples
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
Plate Tectonics Activities & Divergent Boundaries & The Rift Valley in Iceland
The Earth’s surface is constantly changing. Plate tectonics is what drives these changes. This informational text unit looks closely at what happens at divergent boundaries. Specifically, it explores the rift valley and fissure that runs through Iceland and is part of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Students will learn about plate tectonics, divergent boundaries, mid-ocean ridges, seafloor spreading, and rift valleys. **Student pages are in Printable PDF and Google Docs for online use.This Resource on P
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
Also included in: Earth Science Summer Reading Passages for Middle School Science
Marine Biology Virtual Field Trip Activity| Ocean Careers Oceanography
Looking for an activity about Marine Biology? This digital resource is a great way to introduce your students to marine life and learn what marine biologists do. Students will also learn about the importance of Marine Biology, the ocean's ecosystems and explore marine habitats around the world. This Virtual Field Trip includes ...Teacher Tips & Student Directions2 Digital Choice Boards with online linksVocabulary Slide10 Think About It QuestionsVocabulary Quiz & Answer KeyStudents will u
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4th - 7th
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Summer Reading Passages Volcanoes Informational Text Earth Science
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Do you want to teach your students about volcanoes? This informational text unit on volcanoes will teach your students about volcanoes and have them practice reading informational text. Students will learn about The Ring of Fire, Plate Tectonic Activity, and hot spot volcanoes. Lots of rich Earth science information! This resource includes four pages of informational text on volcanoes. **Student pages are in printable PDF
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-2
Also included in: Earth Science Summer Reading Passages for Middle School Science
Caves Virtual Field Trip (8 Different Caverns with Google Earth Exploration)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to learn all about caves! Using a combination of informational text, Google Earth exploration, videos, and visuals, your students will learn about and tour 8 different caverns around the world.This virtual field trip covers::: What is a Cave?:: How Caves are Formed:: Speleothems (stalactites, stalagmites):: Speleology (spelunking or potholing):: Life Inside Caves:: A Cave Legend:: Cave Dwellers:: The World's Longest Cave:: Primary Caves (lava tubes):: K
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Types of Severe Weather Bundle: Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Thunderstorms & Blizzards
This no-prep severe weather lesson plan teaches students about types of severe weather such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, blizzards and tornadoes. This resource comes with recommended YouTube videos, a lesson plan, comprehension questions as well as a worksheet and task cards. This severe weather product is in Google Drive and can easily be downloaded to use in Powerpoint as well.------------------- Click here to read about a fun severe weather lesson plan! -------------------Students will learn
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5th - 7th
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Layers of the Earth Color by Number Reading and Worksheet
This resource contains a non-fiction reading passage about the layers of the Earth in two formats: one (2-page) with a smaller font to save paper and ink and one (4-page) with a larger font for easier reading. The content is the same in both passages. After reading, students answer comprehension questions about the reading and complete a color-by-number answer sheet based on their answers to the comprehension questions. You can determine whether or not the reading level is appropriate for your
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6th - 9th
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Sputnik Escape Room - Breakout Box - Digital - Cold War - Primary Sources
Sputnik: Cold War: Informational Texts: Primary Sources: Secondary Sources: Textual Evidence
The storyline of A Sputnik Mystery Escape Room is fictional but the primary sources and informational texts are factual. Students discover that they are librarians at the Library of Congress and are called upon by a congressional committee to help solve a mystery. An old locked box has been found in the basement of the White House. Students are tasked with using primary sources to open the box which may
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6th - 9th
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Mining Virtual Field Trip (Types of Mining, Underground Mine Tours, Minerals)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to learn all about mining! Using a combination of informational text, Google Earth exploration, videos, and visuals, your students will learn about different types of mining, methods, and the history of mining from multiple perspectives. This trip includes underground mining tours through Google Earth!This virtual field trip covers::: What is mining?:: Different types of mining (mineral deposits):: Mining & the role of miners:: Forty-Niners (49ers)
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4th - 6th
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Weather and Climate Florida Science and NGSS Aligned Lesson NO Prep
Weather and Climate Zones Florida Science SC.5.E.7.6 and NGSS Aligned NO Prep Lesson is ideal for teaching about elevation, latitude, climate, tropical, temperate, and polar zones. Printable & Nearpod (integrates with Google Classroom)This lesson plan includes: Climate Zones: Tropical ZoneTemperate Zone Polar ZoneAffects of elevation on climateAffects of latitude on climateAffects of proximity to water on climateVisual explanations make it easier for students to visualize climate zonesKWL Ch
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Rocks/Minerals NO PREP Close Reading Plans w/Assessment- 2nd-6th grade
This is the ultimate 65-page NO PREP lesson plan pack for Earth Science: Rocks and Minerals. Just print and you are ready to go for the next 1-2 weeks. Students will have a deep understanding of rocks and minerals: the difference between the two, including what mineral grains are, and what rocks are composed of, the rock cycle, the three types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, and what everyday things are made from rocks and minerals. A link to a passage to use for Text 2 is inc
Grades:
2nd - 6th
Plate Tectonics Moving Escape Room
Plate Tectonics Moving is a digital and printable escape room. Plate Tectonics Moving includes variety and fun with 6 different styles of puzzles. Save time with this resource all about tectonic plate movement because it is self-checking. The Tectonic Plate Movement Escape Room Includes1. Plate tectonic movement types2. Story plot adding interest3. 6 different styles of puzzles4. Self-grading to give learners quick feedback 5. Save time with Google Form's self-checking reports for tectonics p
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
Also included in: Earth Science Games Bundle
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