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Environment Common Core CCRA.SL.6 resources
Biomes -- 5E Unit Plan (NGSS MS-LS2-1)
This complete 5E instructional sequence introduces Earth’s biomes and uses these as a vehicle through which to teach biotic and abiotic factors and address the Next Generation Science Standard MS-LS2-1. It is the first unit in my NGSS-aligned Middle School Life Science Curriculum (coming soon), but it can easily be incorporated into any curriculum. Activities expect students to read, discuss, use technology, analyze data, and conduct research. Five days of complete lesson plans are included in
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Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-1
Ecosystems/Ecology Poster Project
This product guides students through the creation of a poster of an ecosystem that illustrates all of the key concepts learned in a unit on ecology. Students begin by drawing abiotic and biotic factors (plants and animals) of an assigned/chosen ecosystem and then add various symbols and labels as they go to illustrate concepts such as food webs, trophic levels, transfer of energy, limiting factors, keystone species, and more. This project assesses student understanding of how ecosystems functio
Ecosystems & Biomes Project Based Learning + Text - Biome In A Box NGSS LS.2A
Wrap up learning about biomes and ecosystems with this engaging project-based learning assessment that incorporates environmental interactions, biotic and abiotic factors, resource availability, and interactions in ecosystems. Students are tasked with creating a model for the Ecosystems Around The World exhibit at a local museum. In this project, students:read and interpret textscarry out researchdemonstrate their understanding of biotic and abiotic factors, resource availability, and interactio
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Podcast on Social Responsibility & Activism - STEAM Research Project + Checklist
A great introduction to podcasting (podcast creation), for both upper elementary and middle school students! This resource helps students (and their partners) create a podcast project, guiding them step-by-step through their research, creation, and reflection processes.What's included in this purchase:4-page teacher guide NEW! - digital & printable9-page Google Slides™ student document - digital & fillable1 printable version of the student document - printable pdfExtra evaluation rubrics
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Grades:
4th - 9th
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Ecology Honeybee Crisis Cross Curricular Socratic Seminar Project Based Learning
Project-based learning is “a teaching method in which students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging and complex question, problem, or challenge” from BIE . The Vanishing of the Bees project allows students to assume the role of various stakeholders in the bee industry and research ways to solve the problem. After reading an extensive article and viewing The Vanishing of the Bees documentary, students will join to
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, HS-ESS3-4
Sustainability Research Project Mini Unit - Slideshow Lessons Included!
Sustainability Research Project - Slideshow Lessons Included!Let’s help students discover ways they can help the planet! Through guided lessons, students will research a sustainability strategy that helps the planet and share their learning with the class through a presentation. In today's rapidly changing world, the importance of sustainability has never been more evident. As educators, it is crucial to empower our students with the knowledge and skills to understand, critically analyze, and co
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Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-3
Pollinators Lesson Plan
Pollinator Adventure: A Kindergarten Journey! Embark on an exciting, hands-on exploration of the world of pollinators! Your students will:- Be captivated by engaging videos and vibrant pictures- Craft their pollinator puppets, unleashing creativity- Role-play as pollinators, discovering the magic of pollination- Venture on a nature walk, identifying natural pollinators in actionThis unforgettable learning experience will inspire your young minds to become lifelong advocates for these tiny h
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Grades:
PreK - 1st
NGSS:
K-ESS3-1
, K-ESS3-3
Earth Day Activity Debate | ELA | APES | High School Active Class Discussion
Encourage students to reflect on environmental issues with this fun Earth Day discussion activity, designed for high school English and environmental science classes. This unique resource fosters a lively and interactive class atmosphere, inviting students to explore and articulate their viewpoints on 20 reflective, relevant, and thought-provoking topics relating to the environment and climate crisis. Perfect for encouraging open dialogue and building on classroom rapport, this activity is a gre
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Grades:
9th - 12th
CCSS:
Creative Curriculum Tree Study Daily Questions
Tree-Tastic Daily Inquiry Pack for Young Explorers! Embark on an awe-inspiring journey into the heart of nature with our "Tree-Tastic Daily Inquiry Pack" designed exclusively for elementary and preschool educators! This meticulously crafted resource on TeachersPayTeachers is your ultimate companion in fostering curiosity and learning about the enchanting world of trees.What's Inside: Daily Prompts: Engage your students with thought-provoking, age-appropriate questions that stimulate their curi
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Grades:
PreK - 2nd
Ocean Exploration: Interactive Flashcards & Worksheets for 3rd & 4th graders
Dive into the depths of the ocean with this engaging and educational resource for 3rd and 4th-grade students. Designed to ignite curiosity and foster a love for marine life, this comprehensive package includes interactive flashcards, worksheets, and mindmaps that cater to various learning styles.Explore the wonders of the ocean through vivid illustrations and captivating activities that cover a wide range of topics, from marine creatures to ocean conservation. Students will embark on a journey o
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Grades:
3rd - 4th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-ESS3-1
, 4-LS1-2
, 3-LS1-1
, 4-ESS3-2
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Earth Day Activity for Conversation Skills | Origami Eco Friendly Kids Craft
This Earth Day, spark conversations about environmental issues and how we can help protect planet Earth with this origami cootie catcher. This DIY conversation activity is perfect for your classroom or family use! Just print, fold, and play with a friend!What's inside:- printable pdf Earth Day cootie catcher/ fortune teller/ origami activity- editable file on Google Slides- blank file for students to hand-write their own words- video instructions showing how to fold and play- four holiday-relate
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Not Grade Specific
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Podcast on Social Responsibility & Activism - STEAM Research Project
This resource is a great introduction to podcasting (podcast creation), for both upper elementary and middle school students! This resource helps students (and their partners) create a podcast project, guiding them step-by-step through their research, creation, and reflection processes. Have you ever thought about integrating STEAM projects into your classroom? Whether you teach language arts, science & technology, or the visual arts, STEAM allows you to bring together all the elements of ST
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5th - 9th
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Wildfires & Climate Change - Global Warming - Listen, Short Ans., Conversation
This no-prep conversation starts with students listening to a Podcast about a worsening cycle of wildfires. It explains how human policy and behaviour have made the problem much worse. Students want to know why this tragic loss of life and vast destruction seems to be worsening every year. This conversation is timely, important, and solution-oriented. We need to make better decisions. Consider using this product for a more mature Earth DayThere is a transcript for this episode. This document
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Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Electric Cars Debate - Electromagnetism - Grade 7-9 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this physics / environmental science discussion activity on electric vehicles, recommended for grade 7-9 students learning about electromagnetism! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the costs and benefits of electric vehicles. In the process, they will discuss fossil fuels, battery efficiency, and how electr
Grades:
7th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 7-9 MYP Middle School Science
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
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Natural Disasters Discussion - Earth Systems and Cycles - Grade 6-8 MYP Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this Earth and space science / environmental science discussion activity on mitigating natural disasters, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about Earth's systems! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 hypothetical scenarios while applying their knowledge of weather and climate, plate tectonics, and natural disasters. With strong socia
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Conversation Starters Package on Sitcoms- Middle/High School
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Conversation Starters Package on Sitcoms- Middle/High School
Generate inspiring class discussions with these thought-provoking conversation questions on sitcoms.What's included:A list of 15 thought-provoking questions for middle/high school students on the subject of sitcomsActivities 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 transitio
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Animal Classification Picture Sort
This fun and colorful picture sort is ideal for teaching students about animal classifications and groups! This can be used in a center, for small groups, whole class, or independently! Students are asked to sort animal picture cards into the following categories: mammals, birds, fish, insects, and reptiles/amphibians. Can be modified for younger grades (sorting, matching, grouping) and be used in upper grades (classifications, animal groupings, similar characteristics). Freebies & Discounts
E Waste Discussion - Atoms and Elements - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this chemistry / environmental science discussion activity on electronic waste recycling, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about atoms and elements! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 hypothetical scenarios while applying their knowledge of the properties of metals and the periodic table. With strong social studies and/or environm
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Extinct Animals. Research. Project. Presentation. PPTx. ESL. EFL. ELA.
Students research one of 20 extinct animals featured. After completing their research and filling in the template, they can present to the group or class, more information about their extinct animal. *Includes a blank template which students can use to research their own animal they've chose. Also, includes a beautiful presentation for each animal with facts and also a pptx about currently endangered animals. (click the icon to download seperately). A great opportunity and lesson to talk about
Grades:
Not Grade Specific
Eating Meat Debate - Ecology - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology / environmental science discussion activity on eating meat, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about ecology! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss whether a plant-based or meat-based diet is better for humans and the environment. In the process, they will explore ancestral diets, animal w
Grades:
5th - 7th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-4
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
That Funky Food Chain Musical For Kids INSTANT DOWNLOAD
That Funky Food Chain is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for the students to become the consumers, producers, and decomposers that make life on earth possible. They'll show how plants get energy from the sun, plant-eaters from the plants, meat-eaters from the plant-eaters, and decomposers from the well, decaying remains of them all, right? In this groovy story, the meat-eaters (second-level consumers AKA carnivores) decide they're sick of their violent reputation, and decide to stop eating meat! How
Access to Clean Water Discussion - Chemical and Physical Change - MYP Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this chemistry / environmental science discussion activity on access to clean water, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about chemical and physical changes! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 hypothetical scenarios while applying their knowledge of purity, separation techniques, the water cycle, and natural resources. With strong so
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: Chemical and Physical Changes Complete Unit Bundle - Grade 6 MYP Science
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