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Science Common Core RI.7.1 lessons
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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6th - 8th
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MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ESS3-2
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Middle School Earth Science Changes to the Earth's Surface and Earth's Systems
Are you looking for an Earth Science Bundle? This is a bundle of resources on Earth Science for Middle School. Purchase together here and save 20%. This resource is designed to meet the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas: History of The Planet Earth, Plate Tectonics and Large-Scale System Interactions, Earth's Materials and Systems, and the Role of Water in Earth's Surface Processes. Students will be engaged in hands-on labs and close reading passages to learn about Earth Systems and how they continua
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Static Electricity and Magnetic Strength & Making an Electromagnet MS-PS2-3.
Do you need to teach static electricity and magnetism? Both magnetic fields and static electric fields will be examined. We cannot see these fields, but we can see the forces they exert on each other even when objects are not touching. This is a vast resource addressing several standards. There are 98 pages in this unit on static electricity for Middle School. Students will learn about energy fields by studying these two topics (static electricity and magnetism) and will be able to demonstrate a
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS2-5
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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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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Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things science from life science to physical science to earth science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 109 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 545 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can r
Science of Gratitude | November & Thanksgiving | Nonfiction Mini Lessons
Perfect resource for Middle and High School students for Thanksgiving or any time of the year! Cross-curricular literacy reading selections on the scientific benefits of gratitude. Don't just tell your students they should be grateful - demonstrate the scientific reasons behind why they will benefit by developing the habit of gratitude. These mini-lessons are fully editable and include differentiated writing responses and activities. Use portions throughout the school year, as you need. You can
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: English Language Arts - Bundle of MY Favorite Products in My Shop
Physical Science: Differentiated Passages Bundle
Physical Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things physical science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 34 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 170 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after readin
Introduction to Cells and Cell Theory Activities and Worksheets
Are you looking for fun ways to teach about cells and cell theory? Do you want to add more student inquiry to your lessons on cells? This Introduction to Cells lesson is a perfect way to engage students and get them excited about cells, all while promoting critical thinking skills and cooperative learning!You'll start your students off with a card sort activity, challenging them to develop their own ideas about what qualifies something as living or non-living, a key aspect of cell theory. The ca
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-1
High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year Bundle
High-Interest Science Differentiated Passages for the Year BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn fascinating and random science facts about every month of the year by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. These high-interest passages are engaging, surprising, and fact-filled passages about real science topics! This bundle includes one passage set for each month of the year (11 total because June and July are combined).
Burrowing Owl Nonfiction Reading Passage, Worksheet and Color-by-Number Activity
This resource contains a non-fiction reading passage (two pages – 720 words) about burrowing owls, comprehension questions about the reading, and a color-by-number answer sheet for students to color based on their answers to the comprehension questions. The passage was written specifically to be useful as a paired text for use with the book Hoot by Carl Hiaasen but can definitely be used as a stand-alone reading passage to integrate science with ELA and give students opportunities to read nonfic
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5th - 8th
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Life Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Life Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things life science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 41 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 205 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. This
Lifetime Unlimited Access to the Library of All Passages
Through purchasing this lifetime all access pass to a library of passages, students will learn about all things history and science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 600+ original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 3,000+ passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. This CCSS-aligned resource i
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3rd - 8th
Red Fox Nonfiction Reading Passage, Questions, and Color-by-Number Answer Sheet
This resource contains a non-fiction reading passage (one page - approx. 500 words) about the red fox, comprehension questions about the reading, and a color by number answer sheet for students to color based on their answers to the comprehension questions. Students LOVE color by number activities and will stay much more engaged in reading if their work includes coloring! I’ve had teachers from elementary to high school report that my color by number activities are loved by their students, and
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5th - 7th
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Earth Science Differentiated Passages Bundle
Earth Science Differentiated Passages BundlePrintable + Digital Paperless Versions IncludedWith this resource, students will learn about all things earth science by reading engaging passages on differentiated reading levels. There are 41 original reading passages included on 5 reading levels covering grades 3-8, totaling 205 passages. Questions (as well as answer keys) aligned to Common Core State Standards are included for each passage. Students can respond to these questions after reading. Thi
Nonfiction Reading Passages and Inference Questions - Inventors and Inventions
Use these brief illustrated reading passages to support the Common Core ELA standard for making inferences from informational text (CCSS RI.6-8.1). They are perfect for use as bell work activities in science classes, but can be used by any teacher who needs scientifically accurate reading passages to help students practice making inferences.
The reading level is intended for middle school. You can see excerpts in the preview that will help you determine if the reading level is appropriate for
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Nonfiction Reading Passages Bundle for Science, Social Studies, and ELA
Summer Reading Passages Nurse Log and Forest Ecosystem Informational Text
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? Do you want your students to learn about the forest ecosystem? An essential part of the forest ecosystem is the nurse log. This is when a tree has fallen and, as it decomposes, provides nutrients and space for other living things to grow. These reading passages and comprehension questions are no-prep! Students will read and answer the questions about the temperate forest ecosystem. ✅This Ecosystem Reacing Unit on Nurse Log
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5th - 7th
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CSI: Crime Scene Classroom Transformation
Who doesn't love a good mystery? This crime scene investigation-themed editable template combines making observations and note-taking with finding evidence and drawing conclusions, and it has everything you need to transform your classroom into an exciting and engaging active crime scene!This listing is a digital template that uses Canva, a free, easy-to-use website. The template includes a printable student activities packet, mystery information, extension activities, and classroom transforma
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5th - 8th
Epidemics - Nonfiction Reading Passages and Inference Questions
Use these brief illustrated non-fiction reading passages about epidemics to address ELA reading standards in science and social studies classes and to provide students with practice making inferences from reading. They are perfect for bell work or for those ‘ragged times’ when you need a quick independent activity related to a topic you are teaching. They can also easily be incorporated into low-prep lessons for substitute teachers, and can be used for “quick finishers” or as homework.
There a
Elephants Informational Text Unit Online Learning Summer Reading Passages
Are you looking for summer reading passages with comprehension questions? This online reading unit on elephants improves science literacy with high-interest informational text passages on elephants. This resource includes a six-page informational text passage on Elephants with comprehension questions and drag-and-drop activities. Students will use CLOSE reading and text-dependent questions to read back into the text. Students will love learning about elephants! They will learn about behavioral a
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5th - 6th
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Weather Internet Scavenger Hunt Advanced
Weather is a fun science topic to study in school! This worksheet is a second scavenger hunt that I created for students to explore various topics related to weather. This activity provides the opportunity to integrate your science curriculum with computers or other technology. Topics included in this worksheet are: lightning, hurricanes, tornadoes, cold weather, precipitation, fog, wind, clouds, El Nino/La Nina. Students will go to different areas on the provided website as well as links to ot
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4th - 8th
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The Global Waterscape: Understanding the world's water resources Complete Lesson
Enhance your students' understanding of the world's water resources with this comprehensive lesson plan. This package includes - A thought-provoking article titled "The Global Waterscape: Understanding the World's Water Resources" that delves into the complexities of water management across the globe. - Accompanying the article is a worksheet featuring vocabulary, multiple-choice, and extended-response questions, all designed to deepen students' comprehension and critical thinking skills.- An an
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6th - 8th
Earth's Rotation Revolution and Causes of Seasons Activity
Make teaching Earth’s rotation, revolution and four seasons a breeze with this differentiated seasons lesson! In this seasons of the year lesson, students will learn what rotation and revolution mean for life on Earth, and the tilt of the Earth is responsible for the four seasons of the year. Check out the video preview here!Start with a pretest to assess prior knowledge, then continue to the Rotation Revolution & Seasons lab. Use the five page reading activity with differentiated review que
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5th - 7th
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MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Earth's Seasons and Digital Resource Bundle
Crypto & The Blockchain Workbook, Worksheets & Activities | Comprehensive Lesson
What is the blockchain? How are cryptocurrencies used? How do cryptocurrencies work? This lesson will help students build their knowledge of the blockchain and understand the use of cryptocurrencies in the world around us.This interactive lesson will help students learn about the blockchain and cryptocurrencies and they're uses.Students will be able to think for themselves and critically analyze the blockchain creatively.What's Included:Word Search ActivityFact Sheet WorksheetReading Comprehensi
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7th - 9th
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TAXONOMY Basics Review: Text and Practice
Starting with a two page handout for students to read and review the basics of taxonomies, this gives them something to have in their hands rather than a powerpoint. Topics in the Next Generation Science will require this knowledge.In addition, there are three pages of taxonomy practice incuding some basic questions. Answers included.A word search and teacher notes are included.I also sell a good lesson for Herbivore, Carnivore or Omnivore in the Animal Kingdom:Herbivore, Carnivore, or Omnivore
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6th - 10th
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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
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