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11th grade social studies laboratory pdfs
FORENSICS: HAIR ANALYSIS LAB INVESTIGATION (Print & Digital)
Provide an engaging Forensics lab that assesses your students' skills over Hair Analysis with The Case of Mr. Big- an investigative lab activity that allows your students to take on the role of a hair examiner in order to solve a crime. Your students will LOVE this activity! It involves very little prep and can be a GRAB-N-GO resource for years to come! Need a digital version? No problem! I am including both a printable and Google Slides version of this lab, making it perfect for distance lear
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Forensics Lab Bundle: 10 "Must-Do" Labs for Forensic Science
Forensic Science Fibers Virtual Lab Complete Series DIGITAL RESOURCE
FORENSICS & DISTANCE LEARNING: Elevate your students experience with a 3 part virtual lab series that will have students thinking and engaged. Students will explore the collection of trace evidence, virtual microscopic analysis and burn test identification of unknown fibers. The virtual lab series uses a combination of You Tube guided labs, virtual lab simulations and DIY tutorials for students to safely investigate fibers. All three labs are already digital and ready to share with your dis
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Forensic Course The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Plate Tectonics Lab Stations - Student-Led Stations Lab
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Student-led lab stations are a great way to get your kids moving and interacting with content in a variety of fun ways! Students will learn, interact, investigate, analyze, and engage with plate tectonics and continental drift! These eight stations focus on plate tectonics, convection currents, sea-floor spreading, continental drift, plate boundaries, types of crust, and tectonic plates. All stations are neatly presented, have easy to understand directions, and require minimal prep from
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8th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS1-5
Also included in: Earth Science Stations Labs Growing Discount Bundle
Islamic Empire Trade Routes Map Activity for Social Studies and History
The Islamic Empire is arguably one of the most prominent and influential times of history in the Middle East. As we study the Islamic culture and the rise of the empire, we notice that geography has a huge role in many different aspects.This product gives students the opportunity to practice map and math skills as they try to figure out the best trade route to take from Mecca to Cordoba, Spain. Their goal is to spend the least amount of money possible. The provided maps have all the city locatio
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Social Studies and History Large Bundle of 20 Activities and Worksheets
Build-A-Brain: Orange Brain Model Activity
In order to deepen their understanding of the parts of the brain and their functions, students will create a model of a human brain using an orange and various types of candy. While creating their edible brain model, students will answer questions about the functions of different parts of the brain.Included:Pictures of a completed project Required materials listDirections for creating the brain 16 questions about parts of the brainGroup and individual student versionsKey2022 APA National Standar
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Psychology: Biological Bases of Behavior Activity Bundle
Earthquakes and Volcanoes Lab Stations
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Student-led lab stations are a great way to get your kids moving and interacting with content in a variety of fun and engaging ways! Students will learn, interact, and engage with new content of earthquakes and volcanoes! These seven stations focus on volcanic and earthquake activity, parts of a volcano and earthquake, seismic waves, types of volcanoes, mapping volcanoes and earthquakes, and more! All stations are neatly presented, have easy to understand directions, and require minimal
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8th - 12th
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MS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS2-1
Also included in: Earth Science Stations Labs Growing Discount Bundle
Business Law Class Case Study | Digital Activity/Project | PATENTS & SCRUB DADDY
This is a NO PREP, Business Law digital activity where students EXPLORE patents, DISCOVER types of patents, and LEARN why patents are necessary for businesses. All while using POPULAR and FUN products to illustrate real-world examples! My students ❤️ this CRITICAL THINKING activity. Students do a case study on the SCRUB DADDY. I choose to watch the videos WITH my class in this particular lesson and then have them complete the digital activity on their own.Also includes a lesson on Shark Tank
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9th - 12th
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Plate Tectonics 5E Unit Plan - Secondary Science
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Save over 30% off! After completing this 5E Plate Tectonics unit, students will be able to describe and demonstrate how plate tectonics causes major geologic features such as volcanoes, mid-ocean ridges, trenches, and mountains, types of plate boundaries, and how convection currents move and shape the lithosphere. This lesson plan follows the 5E method: Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, and Evaluation, and facilitates student-led learning with minimal prep time. This uni
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8th - 12th
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HS-ESS2-3
, HS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS1-5
The Titanic Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Activity
The Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning method for writing a scientific explanation is a great way to meet Next Generation Science Standards. This newly updated activity has stood the test of time and remains ever popular with my students.Students read an excerpt from The Titanic, make predictions, participate in an experiment, and then construct a CER.Two optional graphic organizers are included to scaffold for student needs.Once the activity has been completed, the CER could be completed in class
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning [CER] Bundle (NGSS Aligned)
Psychology The Trolley Problem Moral Philosophy Ethics
We were talking about Kohlberg and morality and one of my students asked me about "trolley" problems. That was my inspiration! If you are not aware of "trolley problems" they go something like this... "A trolley has lost its brakes and is headed down a track and will kill 5 people. You can flip the switch and only one person will be killed. What do you do?" Of course, there are a million variations of these kinds of problems too. While not strictly psychology I think these problems are interesti
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Questioned Documents Activities (2 in 1 Forensic Science Bundle)
This bundle includes 2 activities about Questioned Document Analysis in Forensic Science:1. Handwriting Analysis Activity2. Examination of U.S. Currency Activity
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9th - 12th
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Maggot Man- Forensic Entomology Lab Investigation
Maggot Man is an engaging Forensic Entomology Lab Investigation that your Forensics students will LOVE. This lab a student-directed activity that requires students to plan and execute their own experiment to observe the life cycle of a blowfly. They will then use this knowledge to help investigators solve a crime. What's Included: ⭐Student Lab Sheet (2 pages) ⭐Teacher instructions and set up ⭐Maggot Man chart Are your students learning from home? This activity can be done at home using househ
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9th - 12th
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Forensic Science Virtual Microscope Fibers Lab DIGITAL RESOURCE
FORENSICS & DISTANCE LEARNING: PART 2 of the 3-PART lab series on FORENSIC FIBERS. Use as a stand alone lab or as part of the series. This lab simulates close up look at natural and synthetic fibers using SEM microscope simulation and SEM microscope photos. It is the perfect way to introduce fibers so that students can later look at how they are used as evidence. For detailed notes on trace evidence & fibers Doodle-it! Notes, Case Studies and Tutorials from WISEflamingo are availabl
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Forensic Course The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Forensic Science Virtual Fibers Identification Lab Burn Test DIGITAL RESOURCE
FORENSICS & DISTANCE LEARNING: PART 3 of the 3-PART lab series on FORENSIC FIBERS. This lab simulates fiber identification through the Burn Test. Students will first watch a video of someone explaining the information that can be gathered from a Burn Test. Next students will watch various fibers in the burn test and make observations. Finally 3 different cases have students refer back to their observations to identify unknown samples. It is the perfect way to introduce fiber identification
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Forensic Course The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Psychology Conformity: Getting People to do Bad Deeds
Based on a site I learned about from Johnathan Mueller and his excellent TSP newsletter. http://jfmueller.faculty.noctrl.edu/crow/ I thought it looked interesting and decided to design an activity so my students could test conformity in our student population. While it is based on a website it is NOT an online activity. Based on this website… http://bps-research-digest.blogspot.com/2013/12/its-easier-than-you-think-to-get-other.html "Vanessa Bohns and her colleagues first asked 52 student part
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Dollar Bill Analysis Exploratory Lab Activity (Counterfeit Unit)
This introductory lab kicks off our Counterfeit Unit by putting enlarged replicas of real dollar bills in students hands and letting them analyze and explore all the facets that go into money that the average person overlooks. Students will explore the $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100 enlarged replica bills and document various things about each.For lab, I print enlarged bills double sided and laminate for longevity. Students analyze bills in lab groups to collaborate and share materials. There i
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4th - 12th
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Psychology Abnormal Psychology Activities Psychopathy Dark Triad
There is a negative review below that is not true. The links in this set of labs DO work (at least as of 12/6/23). You can see them in the sample,...TRY THEM before you buy.Here is a collection of 4 activities for Abnormal Psychology. I designed them because I wanted more stuff for the students to actually do in relation to this unit. I was not interested in having the kids act out disorders and whatnot so I designed these.The students navigate to the website, answer some questions then are aske
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10th - 12th
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Bite Mark Lab: Impression Evidence Experiment Forensic Science lesson
Make an impression on your students with this engaging bite mark lab! This is a hands on, fun and engaging lab that gives your students first hand experience with seeing and analyzing bite marks, as well as getting to make them!Students will make 4 different bite marks in different materials, compare and contrast the quality of them, take measurements, and analyze the results.Includes:- Teacher material list, instructions, and helpful tips- PDF student sheet with hypothesis, details directions,
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: *BUNDLE* Dental Forensic Science Activities
Forensic Palynology Worksheet + Lab Activity
This bundle contains the following:
- Worksheet on Forensic Botany/Forensic Palynology.
- Lab Activity to enforce concepts of Pollen and Spore Examination
- Instructions for Lab Activity
*Answer Keys are Included!*
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9th - 12th
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Shoe Print Investigation Lab: Forensic Science Impression Evidence Activity
This fun and engaging lab activity gets your students analyzing physical/impression evidence with an easy, low prep, no mess shoe print lab! Students get to use their own shoe prints as part of the investigation while trying to match their classmates prints. Resource includes:- Teacher step-by-step directions - Supply list- PDF copy of student lab analysis paper and post lab questions- Google Docs downloadable version of student paper for immediate upload to Google Classroom (editable)Looking fo
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7th - 12th
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Forensic Anthropology Unit 14.2 Lab & Worksheet: Classification of Human Bones
In this simple, but effect lab activity, students will be able to:(Objectives):1. Name the four main groups of bones based on shape.2. Identify the classification of major bones of the body. Materials Needed for this lab:Model of a human skeleton (optional)Student handoutText or notes on the classification of bones (optional) or Forensics Unit 14 PPT (optional)I love this lab because it helps my forensics students learn key skeletal system concepts in a simplified and condensed format. Teachers
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Forensics Unit 14 Resource Bundle: Human Remains (Forensic Anthropology)
Ancient Egyptian Mummy Project
Learn about mummies AND learn to make one yourself. Yes, we are going to mummify a CHICKEN! All information, instructions, and forms for documenting the project are included. This is a project that would be fun for EVERY age!
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K - 12th
Tragedy of the Commons Unit
Immerse your students in the exploration of shared resources and environmental stewardship with this Tragedy of the Commons Unit. This low-prep unit invites students to delve into the essential question: "What is the tragedy of the commons?"An indispensable component of any environmental science curriculum, this unit navigates the complex interplay between individual and collective interests in resource management. Students not only grapple with the concept of the tragedy of the commons but also
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8th - 11th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS3-3
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
Also included in: Land Usage, Environmental Economics and Policy Unit Bundle
Forensics Unit 14 Resource Bundle: Human Remains (Forensic Anthropology)
Make teaching Forensics easy with this complete Forensics Unit 14 Bundle that includes:Forensics Unit Plan 14: Human Remains (Forensic Anthropology)Forensics Unit 14 PPT: Human RemainsForensics Unit 14.1 All-in-One Lab Activity & Review Worksheet: Overview of the SkeletonForensics Anthropology Unit 14.2 All-in-One Lab Activity & Review Worksheet: Classification of Human BonesForensics Anthropology Unit 14.3 All-in-One Lab Activity and Review Worksheet: Human Bone StructureForensics Unit
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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