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General science Common Core SL.6.1 resources
Four Brains are Better than One - Collaborative Ice Breaking Activity {Editable}
This collaborative crossword activity hits many difficult Grade 6-11 Common Core Standards for SPEAKING and LISTENING in a way that is simple, fun for the students and effective. The focus is on collaborative problem solving in small groups.***************************************************************************TEACHERS WHO HAVE USED THIS PRODUCT HAVE SAID:♥ "We love this brain game!" (Thanks Rocquina V.)♥ "I used this as an icebreaker at the beginning of the year! The students really enjoye
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Exploring Groundwater and Aquifers (NGSS MS-ESS3-1) (5E Model Explore & Explain)
Develop student understanding of the distribution of groundwater resources (and their limited nature) by analyzing data and designing and participating in an engineering design challenge in which they design and construct an aquifer. In this lesson, students understand why groundwater isn’t found just anywhere and realize the importance of this limited resource. In this activity, students will:map the distribution of groundwaterdesign and construct an aquifer to understand how they work and what
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS2-4
Also included in: The Water Cycle - 5E & NGSS MS-ESS2-4 & MS-LS2-1
What Are Earth's Natural Resources - Mineral, Energy, and Groundwater MS-ESS3-1
In this activity, students will explore examples of natural resources to construct their own definition of the term natural resources. Students will use images, discussion questions, and web resources to build their understanding of what natural resources are and how humans use them each day. This lesson begins with a phenomenon (water shortage in South Africa) and returns to it at the end of the lesson. While it introduces a variety of natural resources, it emphasizes in particular (through the
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
Science Lab Safety Activity Lab Safety Scenario Discussion Cards
This resource is perfect for introducing science safety rules to your upper elementary or middle school classroom. The set of 16 discussion cards covers science lab safety scenarios. Students can discuss the scenarios during your lab safety lessons to reinforce lab safety rules. This bundle includes:2 sets of 16 discussion cards with 16 numbered scenarios in slides for Google Slides™ format. Each card includes a scenario that could occur in a science classroom. Students will discuss what they wo
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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CCSS:
Also included in: Science Safety Poster and Discussion Cards Bundle
Porosity, Permeability, and Structure Of Aquifers (NGSS MS-ESS3-1)
In this 5E Model Explore-Explain activity sequence, students will explore the structure of aquifers. First, they will investigate porosity and permeability to understand how Earth’s sediments affect the availability of groundwater - its ability to be stored, flow, and be accessed by humans. Then, they will use data from well logs to create a visual model of the structure of an aquifer, drawing conclusions about the flow of groundwater in the aquifer, the impacts of land use, and the overall qual
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS2-4
Human Body Systems: Group Newscast
I created this newscast for my fifth grade class to research one system of the body, then present information as a group in a fun way. They really get into it! There is an anchorperson (or two), a weatherperson, a sports person, and someone who is on-location. All roles are modified to fit the subject matter, of course!Included:- An introduction page with news roles and sign-up- A page for students to organize and collect their 3 facts- A presentation checklist to practice- A note-taking page fo
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-8
Nature vs Nurture Discussion - Inheritance - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology discussion activity on nature versus nurture, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about genetics and inheritance! 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 genes and heredity. To what extent are our traits inherited (innate) or learned (environmental)? With strong social
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
, MS-LS4-5
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
PPT with Models, Questions & Experimental Design: Plants & Animals Needs Product
How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to complete each worksheet by just deciphering the model. The teacher and student age can determine how detailed you get with your explanation of the processes. This is a great time t
Subjects:
Grades:
1st - 8th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
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A Linked Novel Study for Joan Bauer's Soar I Print & Digital Versions
Engage your students in reading, writing, history, and science with Joan Bauer's Soar! This unit provides vocabulary and comprehension activities, along with project directions, printable lessons, and printable quotations from the book. Baseball fans and other students alike will enjoy studying the wisdom of Jeremiah as they cheer for his Muskrats.This novel study includes differentiated activities that target a variety of learning styles. The projects can be done individually or cooperatively
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: ELA Resources to Accompany Joan Bauer's Soar I Print & Digital Versions
Plant & Animal Needs/Products Experimental Design: Photosynthesis & Respiration
Included in this packet are models of plant and animals needs and products with questions as well as an experimental design Q & A with explanation. How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to complete each worksheet by j
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Grades:
1st - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
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Animal & Plant Needs & Product Powerpoint with Models: Experimental Design
How to be used in a lesson:The models should be shown to the students on the smartboard via the ppt and student discussions should be encouraged by the teacher before any explanations or "teaching" occurs. The model shows them what is going into the plant/animal and what is coming out or being released. Students should be able to list the things entering the organism/leaf and the things exiting. You can discuss states of matter with students, how water entering and leaving, but in a different st
Subjects:
Grades:
1st - 8th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
...
Experimental Design Discussion - Scientific Method - MYP Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this discussion activity on experimental design, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about the scientific method! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 experimental scenarios while trying to determine if the scientific method has been followed and commenting on the quality of the proposed experiments. Print and share or use the included
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
Would you rather questions for Bell-ringers | NGSS Ecosystems
Kick-off your ecosystems lessons with this set of would you rather bell-ringers! Use these ecosystem-themed "Would you rather...?" questions as fun discussion topics during your science unit. This middle school science resource includes 20 questions that are ridiculous but can get your students talking after a transition or class period change. This resource includes: One page of teacher notes with ideas for using the resource with your middle school science classTwo pages of "would you rather.
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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Also included in: Would You Rather Questions and Daily Slide Agenda Bundle for Ecosystems
Science Review Games Growing Bundle: Matter Human Body Energy Heat Density Mass
Looking for a fun and effective way to review key science concepts with your middle school students? Our Dicebreakers Review Games Bundle offers an exciting collection of versatile review games that will engage and challenge your students while reinforcing their understanding of various science topics.✔️ Topics In This Pack: Forms of Energy and Energy Transformations Thermal Energy and Heat Transfer Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change Human Body Systems and Functions Metabolism and Cellular
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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Quiz: What Kind of Cloud Are You?
What Kind of Cloud Are You? A Fun and Engaging Quiz for Your StudentsDo you want to add some fun and creativity to your science lessons? Do you want to help your students learn more about clouds and the atmosphere? Do you want to spark their imagination and curiosity?If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this quiz is for you!This quiz is designed to help your students discover what kind of cloud they would be based on their personality and preferences. It is a great way to introduc
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Would you rather questions for Bell-ringers | Back to school | science
Kick-off your back-to-school science lessons with this set of would you rather bell-ringers! Use these science class-themed "Would you rather...?" questions as fun discussion topics during your middle school science unit. This middle school science resource includes 23 questions that are ridiculous or thought-provoking but can get your students talking after a transition or class period change. This resource includes: One page of teacher notes with ideas for using the resource with your middle
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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Would You Rather Questions and Daily Slide Agenda Bundle for Ecosystems
Bring color and fun to your ecosystems lessons with this bell-ringer and daily slide agenda bundle! The Would You Rather questions have an ecosystem theme, and can be used to spark discussions during your life science unit. Use the slide template (for use with Google Slides™) to build your lesson presentations for a daily agenda during your anatomy unit. What is included in this resource:Slide Deck Resource:A slide deck (compatible with Google Slides™) with 20 question slides. Each slide is bri
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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Science Safety Poster and Discussion Cards Bundle
It's almost Back to School time, and this bundle is perfect for introducing science safety rules to your upper elementary or Middle School classroom. This bundle includes a set of science safety posters, nameplates, and discussion cards. Most districts require that science teachers frontload lab safety expectations at the beginning of the school year. The materials are often dry and it can be a struggle to keep middle school students engaged in the content. Use this set to start the year of righ
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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CCSS:
Science Peer Feedback Sentence Starters (editable)
Students use these sentence starters to give feedback for science. These will help them get started in giving MEANINGFUL feedback! It's a Word Document so you can edit/modify for students/classes as needed. Print and laminate or copy and have them paste it in their notebook. Hope this is helpful!Take a look at my other science resources:Science Reference RingsScience Discussion Sentence Starters (Editable version)Making A Great Scientific Model ChecklistMaking a Scientific Model Guide/Checklist
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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Scientist of the Week - Dr. Severo Ochoa
Introduce your students to the possibilities in STEM by integrating a Scientist of the Week routine into your classroom! Students will have the opportunity to learn about scientists from underrepresented groups (women, people of color, young people, immigrants, individuals with disabilities), while being exposed to a variety of different STEM careers.Scientist of the Week activity includes Google Slides with images and a short piece of text, video, and culturally relevant classroom discussion qu
Grades:
4th - 8th
Earth Systems, Structures, and Processes || GAME Assessment
Talking Points, is a game of guided discussion of essential science standards between the competitors. Each team of 4-6 players must recall, verbalize, instruct, prove, and analyze statements and questions to win the game.
This card game includes:
Game play directions
16 color playing cards
Not included, but need for play:
dice
Focus Standards:
6.E.2 Understand the structure of the earth and how interactions of constructive and destructive forces have resulted in changes in the surface of t
Grades:
5th - 9th
Scientific Method Lab: Hands-On Science Experiments
A project-based unit to teach third, fourth, fifth grade and homeschool students the Scientific Method through a variety of activities.Students learn the steps of the scientific method and scientific processes as they systematically work through guided experiments and present their findings in a worksheet form. Complete start to finish step-by-step instructions are included for two experiments.This unit includes:- Colored and blackline copies of scientific method posters- Step-by-step teacher
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
SCIENCE Academic Discussion Cards
Spice up your classroom discussions by providing your students with kid-friendly sentence frames that will help them communicate lab results, hypotheses, and observations. These cards are so versatile, you'll use them every week!SCIENCE Academic Discussion Cards focus on the most basic discussion techniques that are often skipped by teachers, such as:-Voicing an idea you thought of-Supporting your findings with evidence-Assessing your hypothesis-Elaborating on something that has been said-Agreei
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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Soil Science: Water Drainage Rate and Presentation
An interactive lesson for students to conduct research, observation, and inferences. Students will better understand how sand, silt, and clay affect the rate of water drainage from soil, and the importance of soil drainage. They should be able to relate soil texture to soil drainage after research, and identify which soil is best. Students will work collaboratively together to research and create a Google Slide presentation to convey experiment results.
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Grades:
4th - 9th
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