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3rd grade biology thematic unit plan pdfs
Research Project: Ocean Animal Information
It can be challenging to find informational text that is appropriate for elementary kids! Making sure that all students are set up for success during these first experiences with research projects is so important.
This pack was created and used with my 3rd grade class. It includes research information for 30 different ocean animals. Each animal includes a description, eating habits, predators and defense mechanisms, life cycle and interesting facts. Pictures and fun facts break up the text and
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Insect Unit - All About Insects - Insect Life Cycles
All About Insects Unit This Insect Unit contains a variety of activities for learning all about the insect world! Students will see themselves as true entomologists as they study the anatomy, life cycles, and adaptations of ants, butterflies, ladybugs, honey bees, dragonflies, and endangered insects. In-depth studies of the butterfly metamorphosis and monarch migration as well as the difference between arachnids/spiders and insects are also included! Table of Contents:Vocabulary21 Vocabulary Ca
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Also included in: Elementary Science Curriculum - Science Unit Bundle
Zoo Animal Nonfiction Unit: Close Reading Passages & Activities
This 100 page zoo animal nonfiction unit pack features 12 common zoo animals along with close reading nonfiction passages, close reading task cards, posters, book templates, and more!Featured in this pack, you will learn about:-Tigers-Giraffes-Gorillas-Penguins-Zebras-Red Pandas-Polar Bears-Tortoises-Lions-Flamingos-Crocodiles-Sea LionsEach featured animal comes with a close reading passage, a multiple choice reading check, an open-ended response reading check, an "All About ________" student re
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Duck Life Cycle
This Duck Life Cycle Pack includes 10 resources.The included resources will support the teaching of the Duck Life Cycle:1. Vocabulary Cards2. Life Cycle Posters - detailed and flow chart3. Life Cycle Matching Puzzle - Match the picture to the description4. Graphic Organisers - KWL and Can, Have, Are5. Life Cycle Worksheets - 3 versions6. Labelling a Duck7. We're Eggcited to Meet You - Hatch countdown8. Duck Diary Template - use as a class or individually9. Writing paper10. Life Cycle Booklet - W
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Grades:
K - 6th
Ocean Animal Lap Book and Research Project
I know your students will love this project as much as mine have!
This project will allow your students to learn about research and report writing in a fun and engaging way that is not overwhelming.
Included you will find all pieces to be included in the lapbook:
Daily step by step plans
Example pictures for all components
Everything you need to create a lap book with:
-Guess My Animal Riddle
-Food Chain Flip Book
-Life Cycle Expandable Book
-Interesting Facts Cards and Pocket
-Research Re
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
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Ocean Theme | Baby Sea Turtle | Life Cycle Craft
This Baby Sea Turtle is the sweetest thing ever!!! He has the most precious big ol' eyes! He or she will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. Your girls can give it eyelashes to become a girl sea turtle.They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!I have also included Class book about sea turtles with cover page. Just have your students complete a book page and draw the sea turtle. Your kids will love reading the class collaboration book about sea
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Apple Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about apples with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has an e
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Fall Theme Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
Pumpkin Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about pumpkins with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has an
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Fall Theme Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
4th Grade Science Light and Sound (NGSS Aligned)
This comprehensive unit introduces students to wave energy in the form of light and sound. The unit begins with lessons relating to waves. Many hands on opportunities help students develop a strong understanding of necessary concepts. This unit was designed to address several standards in the NGSS fourth grade curriculum: 4-PS3-2, 4-PS4-1, 4-PS4-2, and 4-LS1-2. This unit is appropriate for grades 3-5If you are looking for a digital version of this product click here.Here's a list of all th
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
4-PS4-2
, 4-LS1-2
, 4-PS4-1
, 4-PS4-3
Also included in: Custom Bundle: Ohio 5th Grade Science
Puffer Fish | Ocean Theme Craft | Writing Activities
Great Ocean Craft for Summer!This Puffer Fish just might be one of the cutest I've ever seen!!It is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme unit or summer craft. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!Included with this Craft:All pattern piecesPicture of craftInstructions pageMaterials Needed pageCraft pattern with mouth and without (kids draw their own)Class book about Puffer Fish with co
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Starfish | Ocean Theme Craft | Summer
Ocean Theme Craft & Writing ActivitiesThis Starfish is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme or summer craft. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!Included:Pattern pieces with and without the detailed edgesPattern pieces with and without mouth included.Class book about starfish with cover page. Students will complete a book page and draw the starfish. I have also included a book pa
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Human Body Systems Student Book & Paper Doll Foldable + 5 Senses
This Human Body Systems Student Booklet is perfect for teaching students about the human body. It allows students to label, color, and write about each body system as they learn about it. It includes:
Book Cover
Table of Contents
All About Me Page
The Skeletal System
The Muscular System
The Digestive System
The Circulatory System
The Nervous System
The Respiratory System
The Urinary System
Body Systems Paper Doll Foldable (2 templates)
Body Systems Paper Doll Instructions
5 Senses Song
5 Sense
Grades:
K - 3rd
Ocean Craft | Sea Turtle Ocean Craft | Writing Activities
Great Ocean Craft for Summer! This Sea Turtle is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme unit or summer craft. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!Included with this Craft:All pattern pieces in 2 options: with detailed outlines and without.Picture of craftInstructions pageMaterials Needed pageClass book about Sea Turtles with cover page. Just have your students complete a book page and d
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Seashell Activities | Sorting and Classification | Ocean Unit Study Activities
Study, identify, and sort seashells with your students. Help your students learn about shells from mollusks as they sort and classify seashells. Use these 19 beautiful and informative sorting mats to group shells by their characteristics. There are three major groups of mollusks, cephalopods, bivalves, and gastropods. Enhance your Ocean Unit Science Study with a memorable hands-on activity. An additional simple student mini-booklet allows students to draw and write about each type of shell with
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS2-1
All About Jellyfish, Star Fish, Coral, & Anemone Lesson
Did you know that sea stars can make a clone of themselves with only a foot to start with? How about that most of the coral reef is made up of dead shells of once living coral? We have lots of fun and interesting facts about echinoderms and cnidarians in this lesson for kids from K-8th grade. The engaging lesson will teach kids how in the ocean, sand dollars are vibrant colors and tend to live in groups or that the Portuguese Man of War is a actually a colony of many jelly like animals functioni
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Grades:
K - 8th
Also included in: Ocean Animals BUNDLE (250 pages!!)
Crab | Summer | Ocean Craft | Writing Activities
Great Ocean craft for Summer!This crab is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme or summer craft. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!Included with this Craft:All pattern piecesPicture of craftInstructions pageMaterials Needed pageCraft pattern with details around the edge and withoutCraft pattern with mouth (both styles) and without (kids draw their own)Class book about crabs with cove
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Bat Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about bats with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has an eas
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Fall Animal Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
Polar Bear Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about polar bears with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Winter Animal Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
Spider Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about spiders with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has an
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Fall Animal Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
All About Crustaceans, Mollusks & Cephalopods
This interesting and engaging lesson will help your student learn all about Crustaceans, Mollusks, and Cephalopods. You will learn about various aquatic animals that fit in this classification including: crabs, lobsters, barnacles, bivalves, clams, octopus, squid, and more. Learn which of them can go a whole year without eating in cold water, which grow their own shells, what beautiful seashells come from which ocean animals, how some can change colors within seconds, who produced die, and so mu
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Grades:
K - 8th
Also included in: Ocean Animals BUNDLE (250 pages!!)
Penguin Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about penguins with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has an
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Winter Animal Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
Jellyfish | Ocean Theme Craft | Summer
Ocean Themed Crafts!This jellyfish is such a simple and quick craft for an ocean theme or summer craft. It can be used anytime of the school year when you do a theme unit on ocean. It will be a great addition to your ocean thematic unit. They will look spectacular on an ocean bulletin board or in a school hallway!!This craft includes:Jellyfish craft pattern pieces.Two templates for the jellyfish face: one with mouth added, just add eyes and nose, and one kids add mouth eyes and nose.Jellyfish f
Grades:
PreK - 3rd
Vertebrates and Invertebrates Unit
This Unit is designed to give your students practice sorting animals with and without a backbone. They will use anchor charts, create a cut and paste flipbook for both vertebrates and invertebrates, play "Vertebrate or Invertebrate" Scoot, make a backbone craft, complete a sorting activity by coloring the vertebrates and invertebrates pages and compare vertebrates and invertebrates with a venn diagram.
Please check out the preview to see what is included in this unit!
You will get:
Vertebrat
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
Butterfly Activities Nonfiction Unit + FREE Spanish
Have fun learning about butterflies with this easy-prep, nonfiction unit. It includes visuals, vocabulary cards, a nonfiction text, graphic organizers, close reading, math activities and more. It´s great for boosting vocabulary development and supporting literacy skills while learning about the topic. This resource was created by Nikki and Nacho - previously known as Nicole and Eliceo.TEACHER-FRlENDLY FEATURESThis resource has been teacher-tested and approved, downloads in a secure PDF file, has
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Also included in: Insect Nonfiction Units Bundle + FREE Spanish
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