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Free 4th grade biology laboratories
Scientific Method Lab | Water Drops on Penny | Science Notebook | Middle School
The classic water drops on a penny lab has never been more clear, cut and dry than this! Save paper by going digital or print: the choice is yours! Students will identify and label parts of the scientific method on which type of water will hold more drops on a penny: soapy or plain. Students will collect and record data, complete a bar graph, and a five part conclusion. This product is part of my SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION COMPLETE CURRICULUM.Want to try this activity digitally?! Try it for free h
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Scientific Method Notebook | Science Digital Bundle | Middle School
Microscope Introduction, e-Lab - Distance Learning
Do your students struggle with the proper use of microscopes? Our introductory lab on microscope usage and slide preparation will have your student viewing specimen like an old pro. WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS LESSON:Data CollectionData AnalysisResults and ConclusionsSTUDENTS WILL:Learn the parts of a compound light microscope, how to use the different objective lenses and what not to do with a microscopePractice what they learn when they view a newspaper “e” under low, medium, and high powerDraw wh
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4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
SNAPs Lab Stations Guide
About this Product• The guide provides an overview of SNAPs Labs • The guide details best practices important to executing SNAPs Labs• The download includes editable and digital documents important to all SNAPs Labs• The guide includes suggestions to help troubleshoot common difficulties and issuesImportant Notes:• Download a FREE SNAPs Lab Stations Activity to learn more about my labs• Save $$ with the NGSS Science Lab Stations Bundle ($500 for 200+ labs)The goals of the setup guide include: •
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3rd - 10th
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Also included in: Physical Science Lab Stations Bundle | Printable, Digital & Editable
CSI: Critter Scene Investigation An Owl Pellet Dissection Activity
This activity is used to create interest and engage students with owl pellet dissection. The students are presented with a memo from an investigator who has enlisted them (the forensic scientists) to help determine what the mystery evidence (owl pellet) is and how they can use it to pinpoint the criminal (the owl). There is also a reading passage requiring students to highlight text evidence that will be used in the case against the owl. Great opportunities to discuss food chains, predator/prey,
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3rd - 8th
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Food Webs and Food Chains Worksheets | Cut and Paste | with Answer Keys
Looking for food chain hands on activities ? Check these worksheet on food chains and food webs The first part students will be asked to arrange the pictures in a linear sequence to show the flow of energy from one organism to the next.In the second part "food webs activities", students will be asked to arrange the pictures in a more complex pattern that shows the interconnected relationships between different organisms in an ecosystem.4 biomes included:ForestDesertOceanArcticYou may also like:F
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2nd - 5th
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Label the Microscope
Worksheet identifying the parts of the compound light microscope.
Answer key:
1. Body tube
2. Revolving nosepiece
3. Low power objective
4. Medium power objective
5. High power objective
6. Stage clips
7. Diaphragm
8. Light source
9. Eyepiece
10. Arm
11. Stage
12. Coarse adjustment knob
13. Fine adjustment knob
14. Base
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4th - 9th
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Science - Bird Beaks Adaptations Lab
This is an engaging lab to get students thinking about adaptations and specialized structures. This lab works best in groups of 3-4 students so that each student in the group has a different beak to work with. The accompanying PowerPoint goes through the directions. Read beforehand so you get a feel for how the lab is to go and then read together as a class.
Materials for each group:
Plastic spoon
Binder clip
Clothespin
Tweezers
Handful of rubber bands
Handful of toothpicks
Handful of glass
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3rd - 6th
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What Do Plants Need to Grow?
What Do Plants Need to Grow? introduces students to the important role plants play in sustaining life as we know it. Plants are among the most important resources on Earth, providing us with food to eat and oxygen to breathe. In addition to adding beauty to our surrounding environment, plants also keep our soil healthy through decomposition, provide habitats for animals, and are the source of many materials we use every day—including wood, clothing, medicine, plastic, and more. In this unit, stu
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2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-1
, 4-LS1-1
, 3-LS4-1
, 2-LS2-1
, 3-LS3-1
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Bird Beak Adaptation Lab -- Middle School
This Bird Beak Adaptation Lab is geared for middle school students. They will learn how organisms adapt to best suit their environment. Beaks are a great example of this. Certain beaks are better at gathering certain foods. That is what this lab shows.I use these materials with my 7th grade middle school science class but they can be modified easily to suit any grade level."Follow me" on my journey to create the best materials for my classroom and TpTIncluded--Teacher Guide on setting up and run
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3rd - 12th
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Where are the Stomata? Plant Photosynthesis Inquiry Scientific Method Experiment
In this inquiry activity, students learn the process of photosynthesis and the function of the stomata. They then do an experiment to determine the location of the stomata- AWESOME!!!
This takes about a week to see results!
For more plant lessons- check these out!
Visualizing Plant Photosynthesis: Drawing, Cut & Paste, Process Explained lesson
Colors In a Plant/ Leaf Chromatography Experiment, Scientific Method
Demonstrating Photosynthesis w/ Bromothymol Blue Experiment - Scientific Method
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2nd - 4th
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Baby Chicks Embryology Sign
You can post this cute sign while your chicks are growing in the incubator. My students LOVE this unit each year! I printed mine on yellow ASTRO paper.
If your class is studying the life cycle of chickens, be sure to check out my embryology packet by clicking here: All About Embryology: A Chicken's Life Cycle
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PreK - 12th
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Playing with Pill Bugs ~ Lab Pack with Pill Bug Information & Lab Sheets ~ FREE
Pill bugs are such fascinating creatures! My students had a great time playing with and observing their pill bugs. There are so many ways to integrate the subjects while using pill bugs. We did a lot of observational writing with our pill bug habitats. The kids could not keep their eyes off of their habitats! They noticed all sorts of things and asked a ton of questions which led into research projects.
This is a great lab to do in the fall or the spring! There are many ways to extend s
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3rd - 6th
Investigating Exoskeletons; Comparative Anatomy with Paper, Scissors & Tape
How do exoskeletons work? Which animals have them? Watch your students become scientists as they dig into these fascinating questions. By starting with the scientific phenomena, you'll be intrigued and excited to dig deeper into the why’s and how’s of each scientific concept. These labs are a part of a complete unit of study on Bones, Muscles, & Nerves geared to a middle school audience (grades six through eight).Beautifully illustrated and well laid out, these lab activities are easy to use
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4th - 8th
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Nervous System Lab
This lab is a 6-Station lab that explores the many areas of our Nervous System.
Needed Materials:
Index Card
Ruler
Ice Water
Mystery Sounds (found on Youtube)
Paper Clips
A small amount of Ice Cream or two Popsicles
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4th - 12th
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Survival of the Fittest Gummy Bear Lab
This fun yet organized lab will allow students to understand that biological adaptations include changes in structures, behaviors or physiology that enhance reproductive success in a particular environment. Using easy-to-get supplies such as paper cups, a plastic bowl, gummy bears and food coloring students will work in cooperative teams in this interactive lesson yet short lesson. Students answer 3 critical thinking questions when activity is complete.
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4th - 9th
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Extracting DNA Lab Sheet
This science lab walks students through the process of isolating their own DNA using common materials and the scientific process.
This lab is a free sample of my Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors Unit. It includes a teaching PowerPoint, activities, and a test! Check it out!
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3rd - 6th
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Biochemical Tests Lab Freebie (Food Tests)
This Biochemical Test Lab activity is a simple way to test different types of food for the presence of certain biological molecules. Food tests are always fun!Includes tests for:StarchReducing sugarProteinFatYou might also be interested in:Nutrients INBNutrition Crossword PuzzleCarbohydrates Tab bookCarbohydrates Digital Interactive NotebookFats & Proteins FoldablesAll of these products can be found as part of my Nutrition BUNDLE at a discounted price!How to get TPT credit to use on future p
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4th - 10th
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Celery and Dye Experiment
This celery and dye experiment allows students of all ages to see how water and its nutrients move through plants. This experiment can be done using food dyes of varying colors. It can be used as in introduction to vascular and nonvascular plants.
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1st - 10th
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Simple Microscope Lab
Here is a quick, traditional introduction to microscope lab. I wrote this for a newcomer ELL class that was just starting to move into science content. These are high school students with a wide variety of backgrounds, some with no formal education in their past and some that had attended private schools in their home country.
This lab sheet has simple directions for students to draw what they see as they explored how to use a microscope. When I use this in my room we set out a selection of
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4th - 12th
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Testing Foods for Organic Compounds Lab -- The Molecules of Life
In this Testing Food for Nutrients Lab, students will conduct a lab that will test some common food items for carbohydrates (simple + complex), proteins and fats. Prior to running these tests, students will make predictions on their lab sheet on which nutrients the foods may hold. *******Students Love This Lab**********This lab requires, Benedict solution, Sudan Solution, Buirets Solutions and Iodine.Each solution reveals the presence of one of the prior mentioned molecules of life. This product
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4th - 12th
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Animal Trait Investigation
This lab activity asks students to think about the traits/characteristics of animals. It is an introduction to the classification system that scientists use for all living things. In this case, they are focusing on the Animal Kingdom. They start by describing their own favorite animal, which leads to a class discussion. The class then reflects on what characteristics they used. Then they proceed to fill out a characteristics chart. At the end, they independently analyze their chart, looking for
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2nd - 5th
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Elephant Toothpaste: A Decomposition Lab with Worksheet
Elephant toothpaste is a lab that will WOW your students. This lab comes with procedures and background information on how to make Elephant toothpaste. You will also have a worksheet and answer key to optimize your learning experience. You can use this one lab to teach both changes in states of matter and how decomposition works. Other higher-level topics include exothermic reactions and the law of conservation of energy. Using this lab can benefit your students no matter their age. . Make sure
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3rd - 12th
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How do Different Drinks Affect our Teeth?
An experiment involving different liquids and how they effect our teeth on a daily basis. Students are encourage to make predictions, conclusions and gather qualitative information. Students will need to make observations of eggs that represent their teeth, and draw conclusions about what sugar can do to their teeth and what steps they can do to prevent oral health problems.
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1st - 8th
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Lung Lab
A simple lab that demonstrates how the diaphragm and the lungs interact and work with each other in the respiratory system.
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1st - 12th
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