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Science unit plans
Life Cycle of Plants Unit, Investigations & Plant Life Cycle PowerPoint NGSS
This complete, hands-on science unit for teaching about the life cycle of plants centers around an engaging 9-lesson teaching Power Point using “real life” pictures your students will love. Ideal for first, second and third grade, students learning the stages of the life cycle, plant needs, parts of a plant and seed, germination, chlorophyll, photosynthesis, pollination, plant adaptations, and seed dispersal. Content-rich, this unit is loaded with over 20 activities and science experiments, writ
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 2-LS4-1
, 2-LS2-1
, 2-LS2-2
Biology Curriculum - FULL YEAR Bundle
This no-prep paper AND digital paperless bundle is a complete biology curriculum with ALL of the notes, labs, activities, practices, projects, quizzes, and tests you need to teach an entire year of biology. Every major biology unit is covered and listed below. Everything is provided for two levels – CP (College Prep, or on grade level) and Honors (advanced) to aid in differentiating for varying levels of students. Not only that, but the student packets come in a paperless digital version that
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Grades:
9th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS1-5
, HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS3-3
, HS-LS3-1
...
Little Kindergarten SCIENCE Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM}
Little SCIENCE Thinkers is a complete curriculum specifically for Kindergarten. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your kinder friends. It is cross-referenced with and written using the main topics of state Kindergarten Science Standards and many NGSS. Click here for the TEKS alignment. This full year-long curriculum contains lessons for the whole year. There are 6 full unit plans.The units included are:-----UNIT 1: Our Senses-----Lesson 1: WHAT IS SCIENCE?Les
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Grades:
K
Types:
NGSS:
K-PS3-1
, K-ESS3-1
, K-ESS2-1
, K-ESS3-2
, K-ESS2-2
...
Little 1st Grade Science Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM} Bundle
Little SCIENCE Thinkers is a complete curriculum specifically for First Grade. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your students. It is cross-referenced with and written using the main topics of state First Grade Science Standards and many NGSS (Click here for the TEKS alignment). This full year-long curriculum contains lessons for the whole year. The units included are:-----UNIT 1: Light and Sound-----Lesson 1: SCIENTISTS OBSERVELesson 2: SCIENCE TOOLS AND SAFET
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Grades:
1st
Types:
NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
, 1-LS1-1
, 1-LS1-2
, 1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
...
Solar Eclipse 2024 Activities The Great North American Solar Eclipse April 8
On Monday, April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. This resource includes solar eclipse activities to inform and engage your elementary students for this historic event.Pick and choose from a variety of activities as a mini unit or an entire week of learning.Don’t miss out on this great teaching opportunity as we won’t see another total solar eclipse of this magnitude in the U.S. until 2045.In addition to the instructional passages and PowerPoints, this resource includes
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
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Rocks and Minerals Unit, Types of Rocks, Weathering and Erosion, Rock Cycle
Is your science textbook outdated and lacking? Make learning about rocks and minerals engaging! This unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on rocks and minerals.These reading passages with comprehension questions are the perfect way to quickly check for understanding while providing the students with background information on each topic. It is also the perfect wa
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
NGSS:
4-ESS1-1
Also included in: Science Bundle
Titanic Activities Bundle | Passenger Research | Comprehension | Titanic Math
HUGE Titanic bundle of Titanic reading comprehension resources, activities, PowerPoint, and SO much more! Your students will love the Titanic even more after diving into their study of the ship using these resources! Cover the basics and the more unique aspects of the Titanic with these literacy, math, and social studies connections.These Titanic activities cover everything from the construction of the Titanic to the discovery of the ship on the bottom of the Atlantic. Unique aspects, such as
Grades:
4th - 8th
Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum - Full Year of Human Anatomy Lessons & Labs
This Anatomy and Physiology curriculum is comprehensive and engaging! The lessons, labs, guided notes, doodle notes, projects, and assessments included in this rigorous and streamlined course provide everything you need for a full year of high school Human Anatomy and Physiology, Health Science, or Advanced Biology. All units are aligned to NGSS and state standards.Save precious planning time! The hundreds of resources in this course are ready to use, making them perfect for new or first-time
Grades:
10th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS1-7
, HS-LS1-2
, HS-LS1-1
, HS-LS1-4
, HS-LS1-3
Little 1st Grade SCIENCE Thinkers {UNIT 2: Space}
Little 1st Grade SCIENCE Thinkers is a complete science curriculum specifically for first grade. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your students. It incorporates both the NGSS standards as well as many state standards for 1st grade science. This curriculum was completely researched, designed, and created by Karen Jones.UNIT 2: SPACE teaches your little learners all about the sun, moon, earth, and solar system. It includes many engaging investigations and exper
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Grades:
1st
Types:
NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
, 1-ESS1-2
Also included in: Little 1st Grade Science Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM} Bundle
Physical Science Curriculum - FULL YEAR Bundle
This no-prep paper AND digital paperless bundle is a complete physical science curriculum with ALL of the notes, labs, activities, practices, projects, quizzes, and tests you need to teach an entire year of physical science. Every major physical science unit is covered and listed below. Everything is provided for two levels – CP (College Prep, or on grade level) and Honors (advanced) to aid in differentiating for varying levels of students. Not only that, but the student packets come in a pape
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS2-5
, HS-PS3-2
...
Scientists & The Scientific Method, Scientific Processes | 2nd 3rd Grade Science
This resource is a complete science unit with engaging lessons and experiments to introduce second, third, and even fourth grade students to science, the scientific method, and other processes scientists use. Students learn the different areas of science, types of scientists and the jobs they do, science tools, science safety, and planning and conducting experiments using the scientific method. Your students will enjoy ten high engagement lessons in a detailed teaching Power Point, science journ
Subjects:
Grades:
2nd - 4th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-3
, 2-PS1-1
Also included in: Scientists & The Scientific Method Print & Digital NGSS BUNDLE
States of Matter Unit, Solids, Liquids, Gases, Mixtures and Solutions, Density
This matter science unit contains reading passages with comprehension questions, activities, science labs, task cards, and vocabulary reference posters that you can use to enhance your unit on matter. Please download the preview file to see all pages included in this unit!Pages included:Matter reading passage and comprehensioncrossword puzzlemultiple choice activitymind mappicture wordword sortSolids reading passage and comprehensionword search and fill in the blankgraphic organizerLiquids read
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Also included in: Science Bundle
FORENSICS CURRICULUM- ENTIRE YEAR COURSE BUNDLE (FORENSIC SCIENCE)
Save time and energy with this print and digital FORENSIC SCIENCE CURRICULUM bundle! It includes all of the lessons, notes, labs, activities, mock crime scenes, case studies, practices, worksheets, projects, quizzes, review games and exams you need to teach an entire year of FORENSICS. Need a digital option? No problem!I have included both a print and digital (Google) version of the curriculum, making it perfect for:✅distance learning✅flipped classrooms✅online courses✅homeschool co-horts✅traditi
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-LS4-1
, HS-LS1-1
, HS-PS3-1
...
Human Body Systems Unit
This human body systems unit of lessons and activities is a bundle designed to save you precious prep time as you teach students using the following materials: guided science texts, hands-on activities, review activities, classroom posters, graphic organizers, internet research activities, review sheets, and assessments in project or test form for the following human body systems:skeletal musculardigestivecirculatoryintegumentaryrespiratoryexcretorynervousendocrine reproductiveimmuneStudents w
Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
Life Cycle of a Chicken - Science and Literacy Activities
This Life Cycle of Chicken unit is packed with engaging, hands-on activities and fun information on the theme of the Chicken Life Cycle. This resource can be used to teach about the chicken’s life cycle even if you do not hatch chicks.If you have never hatched chicks in your classroom before I hope you will give it a try! Your students will LOVE every minute of it! And it will make all the work and planning you do so worth it as you watch your students filled with wonder. You will also see th
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Grades:
K - 3rd
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Ocean - Ocean Animal Research Unit - Ocean Journal and Crafts
Splash into learning with this Ocean animal unit! This 115 page unit includes fact pages for ocean animals, full color images of ocean animals, blackline masters for interactive crafts, and an adorable scuba kid craft. This unit will be great and engaging for kindergarten, first, and second grade students.These ocean animals are included in this unit:StarfishSea turtlesDolphinsWhalesOctopusSeahorseSharksOrca WhalesJellyfishStingraysCrabsAnimal Crafts:Starfish flipbook, Sea turtle craft, dolphin
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Grades:
PreK - 3rd
AP Biology Full Year Curriculum
***04/28/24: EDPUZZLE UPDATE: Several days ago my Edpuzzle account was deleted. The company did this without notifying me and in spite of continued payments to maintain the subscription. They are unable to recover the account. I am devastated about this turn of events and will be working furiously to restore the content that has been deleted.I sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and want you to know that fixing this issue is my highest priority. I will let you know as each product is upda
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Little 1st Grade SCIENCE Thinkers {UNIT 1: Light and Sound}
Little 1st Grade SCIENCE Thinkers is a complete science curriculum specifically for first grade. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your students. It incorporates both the NGSS standards as well as many state standards for 1st grade science. This curriculum was completely researched, designed, and created by Karen Jones.UNIT 1: LIGHT AND SOUND teaches your little learners all becoming a scientist, matter, light, and sound. It's a perfect introduction to science
Subjects:
Grades:
1st
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-1
, 1-PS4-4
, 1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
, 1-PS4-1
Also included in: Little 1st Grade Science Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM} Bundle
Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum FULL YEAR Bundle
This no-prep paper AND digital paperless bundle is a complete anatomy curriculum with ALL of the notes, labs, activities, practices, projects, quizzes, and tests you need to teach an entire year of human anatomy and physiology. Every major body system is covered and listed in the units below. This is an excellent stand-alone resource or could be used to refresh or supplement an existing curriculum that you have. All tests are provided on two levels - CP (College Prep, or on grade level) and Ho
Subjects:
Grades:
11th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-LS1-2
, HS-LS1-1
, HS-LS1-3
Natural Resources Worksheets | Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources | Energy
Make learning about Earth's natural resources engaging with this planned out, easy to use hands-on unit! This unit includes 10 days of lesson plans, natural resources worksheets, fact book, and activities perfect for exploring living & nonliving resources, renewable & nonrenewable resources, and energy sources. Both a print and interactive digital version made for Google slides are included.A kid-friendly fact book includes all reading material in one easy to use place. Activities requir
Grades:
2nd - 4th
Types:
Solar System Unit for Kindergarten and First Grade
Your students will have a blast learning about space with this solar system unit for kindergarten and first grade! The week-long comprehensive unit includes detailed daily lesson plans with literature suggestions. It incorporates science, reading, writing, math, handwriting and art. It also includes QR codes and links to videos that complement the unit study.Click on the PREVIEW to read each lesson plan, see the Week-at-a-Glance planning sheet, key concepts students will learn in this unit, as
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Grades:
K - 1st
NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
Little SCIENCE Thinkers UNIT 4: Plants {Kindergarten Science}
Little Science Thinkers is a complete science curriculum specifically for Kindergarten. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your kinder friends. It incorporates many state and NGSS standards. This curriculum was completely researched, designed, and created by Karen Jones.UNIT 4: Plants teaches your little learners all about plants. It contains lessons on these specific topics:Living and nonliving thingsParts of a plantPlant needsHow plants make foodHow plants re
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Grades:
K
Types:
Also included in: Little Kindergarten SCIENCE Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM}
Force & Motion: Laws of Motion, Gravity, Friction, Energy, Simple Machines, MORE
Attention all 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade science teachers! Are you looking for a comprehensive unit on force and motion as well as simple machines? Look no further! Our full unit has everything you need to make teaching science a breeze.With our step-by-step lesson plans, printable and digital student activities, hands-on experiments, and centers, your students will be fully engaged and excited to learn about forces and motion. We understand that teaching science can be challenging, which is why we'
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Types:
NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
, 5-PS2-1
Little SCIENCE Thinkers UNIT 2: Seasons and Weather {Kindergarten Science}
Little Science Thinkers is a complete science curriculum specifically for Kindergarten. It's everything you need to introduce, teach, practice, and assess your kinder friends. It incorporates many state and NGSS standards. This curriculum was completely researched, designed, and created by Karen Jones.UNIT 2: Seasons & Weather introduces students to the sun, different types of weather, and our seasons. It contains lessons on these specific topics:What weather isTypes of weather we experien
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Grades:
K
Types:
Also included in: Little Kindergarten SCIENCE Thinkers {YEAR-LONG CURRICULUM}
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- 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
With a solid foundation in science, teachers can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions, and engage with the world around them in meaningful ways.
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One of the best parts about science class is all of the possibilities for hands-on, collaborative learning! Think: labs, experiments, inquiry-based activities, and design challenges. These activities encourage students to explore scientific concepts by observing, asking questions, and conducting investigations. Additionally, with small group centers, students can engage in group experiments, discussions, and projects that require them to collaborate, share ideas, and solve problems together.
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