Critical thinking laboratories by TpT sellers for TpT sellers

CSI - Crime Scene Forensics Escape Room

Created by

Sarah's STEM stuff

Students use forensic evidence, teamwork, and critical thinking to solve this CSI Crime scene escape room. In the activities, students analyze 4 different pieces of forensic evidence (fingerprints, shoe prints, unknown powder, and pen samples) and keep track of evidence and suspects. They use their power of observations to “crack the case” and prove their innocence by figuring out who really committed the crime. Great for a science class, forensics class, or just for fun!!**CLICK HERE for a t

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Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Scaffolded Math and Science

DNA Crime Lab! Can you solve the case?

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Each group is given a long paper strip of DNA, a 3-page story of the missing necklace and directions on how to fingerprint and sequence their DNA. Scissors act as the restriction enzyme, cutting the DNA between every GGCC into varied length segments. As the segments are pasted into the corresponding rows on the sequencing board (imitating gel electrophoresis), the DNA fingerprint of each suspect will emerge. So, who stole the necklace? Be a crime stopper!With a focus on literacy and collabora

Subjects:

Biology, Critical Thinking, Forensics

Grades:

7th - 10th

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Arts & Music, Critical Thinking, Visual Arts

Growth Mindset Art Project

Created by

FancyNancyin5th

“A growth mindset is when students understand that their abilities can be developed,”(Dweck, 2014).It is so important for students and teachers to change their "Fixed Mindset" into "Growth Mindset." With this fun art project, students are encouraged to reflect on their thinking and set a Growth Mindset goal for the school year. This project is great for the first couple of weeks of school, New Year's, and/or Open House.This resource includes:· Materials List· Step by Step Directions· Zentangle

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Not Grade Specific

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Projects, By TpT Sellers for TpT Sellers

Parts of a House Clip Art Bundle

Created by

Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas, Life Skills

This bundle is great for a variety of projects and will include types of homes, room backgrounds, furniture, appliances and more. All sets contain both color and black & white 300dpi png images.This bundle includes the following:Homes: Room Backgrounds: Living Room: Bedroom: Child's Bedroom: Kitchen: Bathroom: Dining Room: Office: Laundry Room: Garage: Yard: *********************************Summary of Terms of Use: Terms of Use: The clip art may be used as a design element in educational c

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Grades:

PreK - 5th

Types:

Teaching Science With Lynda R Williams

Pangea Puzzle & Using Fossil Evidence to Observe Earth Changes MS-ESS2-2

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Pangea and continental drift are so fun to learn about! Earth's surface has changed over time. Students will use fossil evidence to examine changes to Earth's surface. Students will learn about the theory of Pangea and Continental Drift. Students will enjoy this hands-on, research-based project to get students thinking about fossil records and how they help to show geologic changes over time. This unit includes:slide showQR code researchprintable puzzle activityresponse pageslesson plansinteract

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Earth Sciences, Science

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Laboratory, Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

NGSS:

MS-ESS2-3

, MS-ESS2-2

Also included in: 7th Grade Science for Indiana Academic Science Standards Full Year of Lessons

School Kids Behavior Calming Strategies Clip Art

Created by

Back to School, Classroom Management, Critical Thinking

This calming strategies clip art set is great for demonstrating calming techniques and positive behavior.You will receive 51 high-quality image files, which includes 25 color images and 26 black & white images in 300dpi png.This set includes:Boy bouncing a ballGirl coloringBoy counting to 10Girl getting a drinkGirl going for a walkBoy hugging selfBoy hummingBoy imagining favorite placeGirl listening to musicGirl playing with blocksGirl sitting in a quite placeGirl reading a book at deskBoy r

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Grades:

PreK - 5th, Staff

Types:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Science

Also included in: Back to School and Classroom Kids Behavior Clip Art Bundle

STEM Activity Challenges for the Whole Year! (Elementary)

Created by

Science Demo Guy STEM

When students enjoy what they are doing, our jobs are so much easier! This collection of my favorite elementary STEM Challenges does just that. Students are engaged and have no problem getting started! Low prep-time, inexpensive materials, and easy-to-edit worksheets make setup simple. A solid grading rubric takes the guess-work out of evaluating group projects. Combine these with a video that explains everything you need to successfully run these STEM Activities and it’s easy to feel confident

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Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, General Science

STEM Activity Challenge Spaghetti Tower (Middle School)

Created by

Science Demo Guy STEM

STEM Project for Middle School—6th, 7th, and 8th grades.In this activity, students will work in groups to build the tallest structure possible from mini marshmallows and uncooked spaghetti noodles. Not only will the students learn the importance of working together as a team, but they will discover what shapes they need to make their tower strong.***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here.This STEM Activity Challenge includes teacher i

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Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Critical Thinking, Forensics

Also included in: STEM Activity Challenges 16 Pack #2 (Middle School)

CSI Forensics 2 Escape Room

Created by

Sarah's STEM stuff

In this hands on escape room activity, students solve a forensic mystery using science, teamwork, and critical thinking. In the crime scene activities, students analyze 4 different pieces of evidence and keep track of evidence and suspects. They use their power of observations to “crack the case” and determine which suspect is guilty.This activity can be done all at once in the format of an escape room to try to “beat the clock” – about 45 minutes to complete or it can be broken up into differ

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Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Critical Thinking, Physical Science, Science

Physical and Chemical Changes Lab: Potions Classroom Transformation

Created by

Gifted Teacher 305

Your physical and chemical changes lab just got elevated to potions class! In this Professor Snape inspired lesson students will conduct lab experiments in which they will discern the outcome as a mixture, solution, physical change or chemical change. Definitions for physical and chemical changes are included in the resource for students to reference. This lab includes 3 student stations and 1 teacher-led station. The teacher-led station is a demonstration that will blow them away as a mixture s

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Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Critical Thinking, Products For TpT Sellers

Also included in: Math and Science Lab Classroom Transformations

Cause And Effect Clip Art Set {Educlips Clipart}

Created by

Educlips Clip Art

This is a collection of images showing cause and effect situations. Graphics included are: girl with toppling books, snowman melting, girl eating too much candy (then with stomach ache), girl slipping on banana skin and falling, cat playing with yarn and getting tangled up, child kicking another child and child crying, broken down car being towed away, dirty child taking shower and becoming clean again. 34 images (17 in color and the same 17 in B&W) This set is also available as part of the

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Not Grade Specific

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Activities to Teach from Dr Yemothy

Also included in: Variety Pack 3 Clip Art Bundle {Educlips Clipart}

Murder Mystery for Middle School: Who Killed Dr. Cosmo? M. Mystery #1

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The beloved science teacher at JKF Middle School has been found dead in her classroom and YOUR Junior Crime Detectives are on the case.Using their skills critical thinking skills, deductive reasoning, and team work, the Junior Crime Detectives work in partnerships or teams to solve the murder mystery.Click here to save 20% on this activity with our 7 Activity Forensic BundleEverything you need for your Junior Detectives is included in this kit including 6 DIFFERENT case files with 6 DIFFERENT gu

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Projects, Activities, Laboratory

Grades:

6th - 9th

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Also included in: Middle School Forensics: 8 Activity Bundle (Save 20%)

Problem Solving Clip Art Bundle {Educlips Clipart}

Created by

Educlips Clip Art

The images in this download are all available to see on the product covers. The images you see on the cover are the images you will receive. No other images are hidden inside this download, apart from black and white versions.Black and white versions of all images are included. Please check out the images on the product cover to ensure that they will work for you before you buy.✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿✿This is a collection of 3 large clipart sets based on problem solving.The images in each set ar

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Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Products For TpT Sellers

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Critical Thinking, General Science, Physical Science

STATES OF MATTER UNIT: MAKING THE 3 STATES REALLY MATTER!

Created by

Education Contessa

THIS UNIT HAS EVERYTHING, BUT THE KITCHEN SINK ITSELF! It's Packed FULL of Simple Experiment Station Cards and Student Recording Sheets. There are loads of things to add to your interactive notebooks, a file folder game, study cards, and some posters for your bulletin board. Page 4 - 3 States Of Matter examples …. Glue in student notebook Page 5 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your Classroom … partner or group activity Page 6 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your House … Home

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Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Laboratory, Centers

How to Make Spaghetti Dinner Sequencing and Cooking Clip Art

Created by

Cooking, Critical Thinking, Life Skills

This How to Make Spaghetti clip art set is perfect for sequencing activities. This fun spaghetti clipart set contains 40 image files, which includes 20 color images and 20 black & white images in png. All clipart images are 300dpi for better scaling and printing.The How to Make Spaghetti clip art set includes:* Boy cooking sauce and noodles* Girl draining noodles in colander over a sink* Boy putting spaghetti sauce on noodles* Girl eating spaghetti* Boy eating spaghetti* Box of spaghetti* Ja

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Grades:

PreK - 5th, Staff

Types:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, General Science

STEM Activity Challenge Spaghetti Tower (Upper Elementary)

Created by

Science Demo Guy STEM

STEM Project for Third, Fourth and Fifth grades.In this activity, students will work in groups to build the tallest structure possible from mini-marshmallows and uncooked spaghetti noodles. Not only will the students learn the importance of working together as a team, but they will discover what shapes they need to make their tower strong.***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here.For a list of materials, please click here! This link w

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Brains Loading Please Wait

Also included in: STEM Activity Challenges 16 Pack #2 (Upper Elementary)

Evidence and Investigation Forensics Unit

Created by

It's time to think like CSI! Turn your students into a bunch of top-notch crime scene investigators with this ENTIRE UNIT on forensics! Featuring eight different investigative topics and chalk full of labs and activities, this packet is all you need to start teaching. Keep on reading below to see what’s included! (Note: This is a comprehensive unit for Evidence and Investigation, and lines up with the Alberta Program of Studies.) ===============================WHAT YOU GET======================

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Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Diary of a 21st Century Teacher

Also included in: Evidence and Investigation Forensics Bundle

Harry Potter Potions Class - Making Scientific Observations

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Compliment your book study by doing this hands-on activity. Use "muggle materials" to make "magical" reactions. Make connections to the story, observe reactions, and think creatively! Please note: - "Muggle" ingredients will need to be purchased in order to effectively complete this activity.

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Science

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Laboratory, Centers

Engineering Design Process Worksheets for 10 Simple STEM Challenge Activities

Created by

Brenda Kovich

Use engineering design challenges to get kids thinking! This STEM set offers graphic organizers that guide kids through the steps of the process. Worksheets support 10 specific projects. A blank template, review material, and a test are also included.Open the preview to take a closer look.Each engineering design activity uses simple materials and requires minimal set up.Tasks are open-ended and student-driven.Few limits are established on the student sheets. Instead, you may impose limits (amoun

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Science

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Activities to Teach from Dr Yemothy

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Middle School Forensics: 8 Activity Bundle (Save 20%)

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Super saver forensic activities bundle for CSI theme classes. 265 pages of forensic learning and activities including task cards, labs, worksheets, and PowerPoint. Ready to use in 1, 2, 3... 1 - print, 2 - complete prep, and 3 - play with your students!SAVE 20% on these activities when you buy this BUNDLEWe have included our most popular forensic activities:Unknown Solutions Lab Activity Kit (11 pages)Time of Death Solving Activity (17 pages)DNA Lesson - PowerPoint (15 slide), Student guide card

Subjects:

Activities, Laboratory, Games

Grades:

6th - 9th

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Middle School Science Skills: First Days of School Activities

Created by

The Wasp Whisperer

Three activities to start off a new year of middle school science:I. Lab Safety: Cause and Effect- Handout: Common science lab safety rules in cartoon form.- Activity: Students determine the possible negative consequences of not following safety rules. (Skills: cause and effect, working with a group, writing, oral presentation)II.Observation and Inference: The Misadventures of Mitzi- Activity: Mitzi is missing. Who is Mitzi? What happened to her? Students will use their observation and inf

Subjects:

Back to School, Critical Thinking, General Science

Grades:

6th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Laboratory

3 Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf STEM Challenge

Created by

The Rainforest Room

Think you have what it takes to beat the big bad wolf? This STEM challenge will have your kiddos working together to build a house to withstand the big bad wolf from the three little pigs!! This challenge works perfectly in coordination with your fairy tale and fable units after studying the many versions of the three little pigs! This challenge comes with a list of supplies, jobs needed, a space for blueprint designs, and real engineering concepts to push your little engineers thinking! Afte

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Writing

Grades:

1st - 5th

Types:

Activities, By TpT Sellers for TpT Sellers

Game Time Kids Clip Art

Created by

Critical Thinking, English Language Arts, Math

Create fun, colorful, and engaging games with this game time kids clip art set! This set contains 20 high quality 300dpi transparent png images, which includes 10 color images and 10 black & white images.This set is also part of a Games Clip Art BundleThis set includes the following images:Boy thinking at tabletop with game boardGirl thinking at tabletop with game boardKids playing with blocksKids playing cards at tableKids playing cards at tabletopKids playing game at tableKids playing game

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Grades:

PreK - 5th, Staff

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