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8th grade science unit plans for Microsoft Word
STEM Kid Engineering for GATE -- FERRIS WHEELS plus Primary Sources
In this GATE engineering journey, students will each construct a very cool Ferris wheel prototype as a final product. Along the way, they will examine primary source images, read primary source history, and integrate math, engineering, and economics in a learning process which incorporates best practices in gifted and talented education for 21st Century Learners.
This is a challenging engineering project—teacher guided. I used it for GATE 4th grade; however, my kids are experienced builders.
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
Trophic Level Bundle
Everything you need to teach students about ecological trophic levels! This bundle includes lessons, labs, and engaging activities for the following topics: Producers, consumers, decomposers, herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, food chains, food webs, trophic pyramids. The lessons are listed in the recommended sequence/teaching order. Bonus quiz on food chains included. See individual previews to check out the products before you buy. Be sure to follow my TpT store by clicking on the green "follo
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6th - 9th
STEAM DaVinci Renaissance Style: A Unit for Elementary GATE
In STEM Renaissance Style, students will follow the engineering process as they return to the 16th Century. With these lessons, the teacher defines the problem, helps students gather background research, and specifies the requirements. The students do the rest: creating alternative solutions, choosing the best solution, doing development work, building a prototype, and testing and redesigning.
Students construct a prototype of Da Vinci’s parachute while learning about falling objects, gravity,
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
STEAM Kid Engineering -- The Playable Golf Course Design Unit for GATE
In this unit, students will build a contraption to hit a small, wooden golf ball through a scaled version of a golf course which they and their classmates have designed. They’ll make a trundle wheel for measuring and marking the course, write down their scores on a scorecard, design putters, and learn background in physics through their work in the engineering and design process.
The Playable Golf Course is not just fun. It’s a challenging engineering, design, and construction unit including
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
Future City Project - MYP Rubrics IB Stem Tech Design Cycle
The Future City Project is a perfect project for students to show off their design skills.This project is geared towards students between 5th and 8th grade, and focuses on using the design cycle - RESEARCH, PLANNING, CREATING, EVALUATING - to create a future city that solves contemporary problems.8-11 Work PeriodsThis project includes:-A full project plan from start to finish-Lesson plans for each task-x5 Printable assignments-x4 Printable MYP IB rubrics-Extension ideas to further challenge and
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Design Unit and Project Bundle Grades 4-6, MYP IB Compatible Rubrics
TEKS Resource System Unit Planning Guide
Used in conjunction with TEKS Resource System, this guide can help you align your resources to match the pacing guide. This helps with the backwards design of lesson planning to ensure your classrooms instruction meets the specificity of the standards that need to be taught.TEKS Alligned, Lesson Planning
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K - 12th
The Nervous System Unit 8 Product Bundle (Virtual Friendly!)
Make teaching Anatomy & Physiology easy with this Human Anatomy & Physiology Bundle: The Nervous System. Differentiation and literacy strategies are incorporated and noted in the detailed unit plan. Easily accessible resources (videos, worksheets... are highlighted and linked. Use as an entire unit or as a supplement to your existing unit! Great for an advanced biology or health class as well! Standards, objectives, and key vocabulary are listed below. This bundle includes: (avail
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Chemistry Solutions Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Review, Unit Test)
The Chemistry Solutions Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Review, Unit Test) includes the following: 1) A 113-Slide PowerPoint 2) 16-page Guided notes to go along with the PowerPoint 3) A 41-Page Solutions Worksheet Set of 10 different worksheets 4) A Solutions formula sheet to use in your lessons 5) A solutions unit test that comes in 3 versions. 6) BONUS FILE: SUGGESTED topic, order and pacing of instruction / assessment.There is a detailed corresponding answer key (with all formulas,
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry Matter and Basic Atomic Theory Unit Plan (PowerPoint, HW, Unit Test)
The Chemistry(or physical science) Matter and Basic Atomic Theory Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Homework, Worksheets, Unit Test) includes the following: 1) 58-Slide PowerPoint 2) Guided notes that work seamlessly with the PowerPoint 3) 12 different worksheets covering all the topics in the unit 4) An easy and modifiable dry ice lab 5) A Unit Test that matches up with the instruction 6) BONUS FILE: Order and pacing of instruction, homework and assessmentThere is a detailed correspond
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry Introduction to Chemistry Unit Plan (PowerPoint, HW, Unit Test + more)
The Chemistry Introduction to Chemistry Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Homework, Worksheets, 2 quizzes, Lab, Unit Test) includes the following: 1) 65-Slide PowerPoint 2) Guided notes that work seamlessly with the PowerPoint 3) 10 different worksheets covering all the topics in the unit 4) A Periodic Table Quiz and Dimensional Analysis Quiz (3 versions of each!) 5) A Density Lab 6) A Unit Test that matches up with the instruction 7) BONUS FILE: Order and pacing of instruction, homework
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Waves Comprehensive Unit Bundle: NYSSLS-Aligned Activities, Labs, & Assessments
Dive into the fascinating world of Waves with our comprehensive Waves Bundle! This bundle includes everything you need to engage your students and deepen their understanding of waves, from introductory concepts to advanced topics. This fully NYSSLS Aligned Unit is perfect for teachers looking to enhance their science curriculum, homeschooling parents seeking comprehensive resources, or anyone eager to explore the wonders of Waves!Here's what's included in this incredible bundle:Intro to Waves Ex
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7th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Chemistry Thermochemistry Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Test)
The Chemistry Physical Science Thermochemistry Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Worksheets, HW, Test) includes the following:50-Slide PowerPointGuided notes that go along with the PowerPoint (8 pages total)Five Thermochemistry worksheets covering a range of topics (24 pages total)A Unit Test with 2 versionsBONUS FILE: Order and pacing of instructionThere is a detailed corresponding answer key for every problem in this BUNDLE!Comprehensive Insights into the Unit Plan: 1) The 50-slide Ch
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry Moles Full Complete Unit Plan (PowerPoint, HW, Review, Unit Test)
The Chemistry Moles (The mole, Molar composition) Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Homework, Worksheets, Review, Moles Unit Test) includes the following: 1) A 55-Slide PowerPoint 2) Guided notes to go along with the PowerPoint 3) A 60-Page Moles Worksheet Set 4) A complete Moles Review 6) A Moles unit test that comes in 2 versions! There is a detailed corresponding answer key (with all formulas, units, and work shown) for every problem in this BUNDLE!Comprehensive Insights into the Un
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry Acids and Bases Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Unit Test)
The Chemistry Acids and Bases {Acid Base} Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Review, Unit Test) includes the following: 1) A 65-Slide PowerPoint 2) 15-page Guided notes to go along with the PowerPoint 3) A 43-Page Acids and Bases Worksheet Set of 7 different worksheets 4) An Acid-Base Titration Lab 5) An Acid-Base Titrations Quiz with burette reading! 6) A unit test that comes in 3 versions. 7) BONUS FILE: SUGGESTED topic, order and pacing of instruction / assessment.There is a detailed c
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
STEM Paper Tower Project - 2 to 3 Day Detailed Lesson
Students are going to be tasked with creating a freestanding paper tower. Students may use any items/materials to create the tower, but the tower must be completely made of paper. The tower must be approximately 1 meter high and be able to hold a 2.5 lb. weight. Students will be given a budget for materials to complete this assignment.This project requires students to work together, research various structures, and create a tower than can withstand a specified weight.These plans include:- Detail
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education
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The Nervous System 6 Product Worksheet Bundle (With Test!)
Make teaching Anatomy & Physiology easy with this Human Anatomy & Physiology worksheet bundle. Each worksheet is in an easy to grade format. Answer keys are provided! This bundle includes:Human Anatomy & Physiology Unit 7.1 Review Worksheet: Nervous Tissue Structure and FunctionHuman Anatomy & Physiology Unit 7.2 Review Worksheet: Nerve Impulse Physiology & Reflex ArcsHuman Anatomy & Physiology Unit 7.3 Review Worksheet: The Central Nervous System (Brain & Spinal
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Climate Change Mega Bundle - Lessons, Activities, Assessments
Everything you need to teach climate change in one place. This bundle includes engaging lessons, fun activities, and assessments that really check for your students' understanding.Your Bundle IncludesHigh School Lesson, Assessment, and WorksheetsMiddle School Lesson7 Case StudiesBell Ringer, Class Warm-Up, and Exit Ticket ActivitySpeed Quizzing ActivityDigital Interactive Notebook5E Lesson BundleDigital Scavenger HuntGrade 8 and UP ReadingGrade 5-7 ReadingLab Station ActivityGoogle and Distance
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7th - 12th
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Chemistry Chemical Reactions Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Quiz)
The Chemistry Physical Science Chemical Reactions [Balancing Chemical equations] Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Worksheets, HW, Quiz) includes the following:1) A 38-Slide PowerPoint 2) An 8-page Guided notes set to go along with the PowerPoint 3) A 26-Page chemical reactions worksheet Set 4) A chemical reactions quiz that comes in 3 versions! 5) BONUS FILE: SUGGESTED topic, order and pacing of instruction/assessmentThere is a detailed corresponding answer key for every problem in th
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry Nomenclature Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, HW, Review, Test)
The Chemistry Physical Science Chemical Nomenclature [Naming & Formula Writing (Ionic + Molecular Compounds)] Full Unit Plan (PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Homework, Worksheets, Review, Moles Unit Test) includes the following:1) A 47-Slide PowerPoint 2) An 8-page Guided notes set to go along with the PowerPoint 3) A 22-Page nomenclature worksheet Set 4) A nomenclature test that comes in 3 versions! 5) BONUS FILE: SUGGESTED topic, order and pacing of instruction/assessmentThere is a detailed cor
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Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Ecosystem Project
The purpose of this activity is to use the information students have gained in their study of ecology and ecosystems to construct an ecological poster that displays all of the parts in the provided list. A grading rubric is also included.
A PowerPoint Presentation and other resources on this topic can be purchased separately.
Interactions in the Environment Ecology PowerPoint Presentation
Interactions in the Environment Ecology PP Notebook for Smartboard
Interactions in the Environment
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Space Unit Bundle - Complete Digital Interactive Notebook PLUS 9 Lessons
This bundle contains my entire set of nine space lessons as well as the corresponding 26 digital interactive notebook activities. Bundled together, this package will save you both time and money.SPACE UNIT LESSON SETThis package includes a full lesson set for a complete unit on Space. Included in the package:- 4 weeks of teaching material- 9 Power Points totaling 167 slides- Teacher and student versions of each power point- Student notes in word--------------------------------------------Buyer
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4th - 10th
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Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Notes Outline Lesson Plan
This 23 page notes outline has blanks for student to fill in as the students watch the 'Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration PowerPoint Presentation' and as the teacher covers the following topics:
Energy in Living Systems, Building Molecules that Store Energy, Metabolism, Photosynthesis, Autotrophs, Breaking Down Food for Energy, Heterotroph, Cellular Respiration, ATP (adenosine triphosphate), Transfer of Energy to ATP, ADP (adenosine diphosphate), Chloroplasts, Photosynthesis Equation,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration Unit Bundle - 8 Files
Protect Your Hearing Lesson Plan & Student Packets
This lesson educates on the dangers of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (mainly from the misuse of earbuds/headphones) and how to prevent irreversible damage. It includes 2 hands on projects (sound experiment and object lesson) that offers higher-level thinking with forming a hypothesis and recording observations. As a musician this subject is vitally important to educate my students on the dangers of damaging their hearing at such a young age, but this lesson could just as easily be taught in the s
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4th - 9th
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Marine Mammals UNIT Plans- THE FULL BUNDLE!
Includes 7 of my products (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Body ID, Review Game, World Cafe, and Venn Diagram), as well as bonus Questions, Research, and Online Labs document. This can be used for further paper research, class discussion, early finishers, or sub material. This is only available in my bundles!1. Part 1Objectives/Focus Questions Include:WHAT are the basic characteristics and behaviors of cetaceans?WHAT are some adaptations of pinnipeds and other marine mammals?WHY is the diving reflex imp
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7th - 10th
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