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7th grade Earth Day laboratories for Microsoft Word
Geology Aquifers fun edible lab Middle School Science and Homeschool
Do your middle school science students love to eat candy in school? Do not fight it but embrace it by having them build an edible aquiferThis lesson is terrific both for the classroom teacher and homeschoolMake science FUN Included in this lesson is1. Prelab with questions2. Detailed instructions on the materials and procedure3. Extension if you would like to have your students go further into the subject Materials Clear plastic cupsIce cream scoopSpoonsDrinking straws Blue/red food coloringV
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
Also included in: Earth Science Geology Bundle for Middle School Science & Home School
Question Exploration: Our Atmosphere and the Ozone Layer
Is the Earth's ozone layer in danger? This Question Exploration provides basic background information to answer questions on ozone-related issues in atmospheric science. Often students confuse ozone depletion with global warming or the Earth’s protective upper ozone layer with ozone and smog at the ground level. This lesson focuses on the structure of the ozone layer and how we have learned to protect it. Training Materials Instruction Guide: Our Atmosphere and the Ozone LayerOzone Q&A for I
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: The Atmosphere (air)
Oceanography Oil Spill Cleanup Earth Day Lesson for Middle School Students
How do oil spills affect marine animals? Students will witness the repercussions of a simulated oil spill on land, water, and marine life. Working in teams, students will experiment with various materials and tools employed in oil spill cleanup efforts, assessing their efficiency. This educational activity is well-suited for oceanography, environmental concerns, and Earth Day units. Objectives 1. Evaluate tools for their effectiveness in solving a problem.2. Learn some of the reasons why oil s
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Grades:
7th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Oceanography Fun Activities, Labs, Directed Readings, Graphic Outlines
Lab: Cloud In A Bottle Experiment
Now-you-see-it, now-you-don't! This is a good experiment for students to try themselves, watching a cloud appear and disappear before their own eyes, as they change pressure and temperature.This product is in Microsoft Word .doc form so that Ts can customize the discussion to fit the needs of their Ss.This Content Enhancement Routine is classroom tested to help students with the following Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards in Science:SC.5.E.7.6 Describe characteristics (temperature
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: The Atmosphere (air)
Paper Plate Solar System Scale Model STEAM Activity
Inexpensive and ingenious! Using household objects as reference materials (I.E.: paper plates, coins, paper cups, and K-cup pods), Ss design and decorate a solar system scale model with the Sun, Venus, Earth, the Moon, Jupiter and Uranus.Scientists are investigating how a newly discovered planetary system may have formed, based on our knowledge of our own Solar System. To do better this, ask Ss to reduce the Solar System to walkable distance, a one to ten billion scale of the sizes of the Sun an
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
Fun Earth Science Lesson: PBL Earthquake Building Design Lab
Guiding questions for project based learning lab where students work together and try to design a building that can withstand an earthquake. Fun project that builds class community and utilizes students creativity skills. Can be an ongoing project that can last a couple of classes.
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Exploring Ecosystems Lab
Students are asked to explore their local flora and fauna - either on school grounds or as part of a field trip to a preserve. The questions ask students to look at different aspects of the ecosystem they live in, in more detail than they have done before. I ask students to do "random sampling" (some near the parking lot, some in the preserve, she by the river bank, etc.) and create a poster of what was found in their area. This can be used as an intro to an ecology unit, or just to explore
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Ecology, Populations and Biodiversity Bundle
Oceanography Ocean Science Water Temperature and Density Global Warming Lab
Are you looking for a lab to explain the relationship between Water Temperature and Density? Global warming now affects the world’s oceans. The product is perfect both for Earth Day and your oceanography unit This STEM lab contains easy-to-follow directions. There are questions to answer at the completion to make certain your middle school students understand the concept. Global warming will impact our oceans' temperatures.It is vital students understand the impact on our world Your students
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
, MS-PS1-4
Also included in: Oceanography Fun Activities, Labs, Directed Readings, Graphic Outlines
Concept Comparison: The Zodiac Constellations of the Ecliptic
The twelve constellations of the zodiac are important! Not because they predict our luck, love, health, and wealth, but because they are a great teaching tool to understand the motions of the Earth around the Sun. This Concept Comparison helps contrast the zodiac signs, derived from the constellations along the sun’s path in the sky. The star patterns along the ecliptic help Ss track the orbit and wobble of Earth. And they remind us of astronomy’s humble roots, from ancient cultures that have dr
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, 5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: StayGiant Earth Science Bundle: Astronomy (space exploration)
Biology Macroinvertebrate Pollution Tolerance Index Middle & High School Science
Your students will love learning about the macroinvertebrates at the water's edgeDATA TO UNDERSTAND OUR ECOSYSTEMThis product is perfect for1. Earth Day2. Ecology3. Camp lessons4. End of School5. STEM Science Camp Macroinvertebrates are subjected to day-to-day and longer-term changes in pollution, oxygen levels, and acidity levels., The type of macroinvertebrates students find in the stream reflects how healthy that still is overall or most of the time. This lab is a real-world test to det
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Biology High School Science for Honors & AP
Oceanography Whale lab evolution and adaptions labs middle school
Are you looking for a lab to teach your students about whales? Here it is!!This product can be used in your oceanography, Earthday or animal adaption unit.Written for the classroom or home school teacher.Classroom-testedList key characteristics of whales. define 'mammal'. distinguish between toothed whales and baleen whales. discuss different types of whales.Two fun labs that students can do either at school or in distance learning. Students will discover how blubber keeps this beautiful mammal
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Grades:
7th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
Also included in: Oceanography Fun Activities, Labs, Directed Readings, Graphic Outlines
NGSS Landfill and Clean Water Model Challenge!
Completely designed to meet NGSS! Students will BUILD a model, USE a model, and DRAW their models to show their results! Download the preview to get the matching PowerPoint that can be used to introduce your lesson. It includes two YouTube videos to help set the stage. You will also be able to see each of the two challenges and a complete list of all the materials you will need. Now that you already have the PowerPoint, all you need to do is purchase the rest of the lesson and you'll be on your
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: NGSS Bundle
Earth Day, Environment Dust Lab air pollutants at your school Middle School
Perfect for Earth Day Students will conduct an experiment to determine the pollutants in the air they breathe. In addition, there is a worksheet for them to gain a better understanding of how air pollution is affecting the planet.Students will perform a lab to see firsthand the amount of dust in the air they inhaleEasy Prep MaterialsA piece of white or clear plastic salad plate sizePetroleum jellyDuct tapeA wood block or brickBlank white paperFlashlightDiscussion question and group work is also
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Grades:
7th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Earth Day Labs The ABC's of Ecology A growing Bundle
Making Crystals
This is a super easy experiment to do! Students can use this experiment to learn one way that crystals are formed. You can use it to work in partners, small groups, or individually. I did it as individuals so that each student could take their crystals home.
** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EPSOM SALT MAY TAKE LONGER!!
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1st - 8th
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Chemistry Earth Day Global Warming Lab Middle School Science
This lesson is perfect for chemistry, ecology, Earthday and environment studiesIn this demonstration, students will learn about the cause and effects of global warming. Students will research global warming, while also comparing it to a demonstration. This will help students to better understand the effects that temperature change can have on the planet. Chemistry TopicsThis demonstration supports students’ understanding of EnergyHeat GasesTemperatureMATERIALS2 thermometers (small enough to fi
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
Habitat Dioramas 3D model and lab-soil above and below Middle School Science
If this product could really benefit your classroom, but you are not in a good financial situation to buy the product, please contact me and I will give you the product for free, no questions asked.Biomes plus diversity for Next Generation Science Standards? Your students will love learning in this engaging hands-on unit making Instant Habitat Dioramas. The back-to-back diorama will teach your students about opposites in the natural world. The diorama is easy to assemble and comes with cut-out i
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-1
Also included in: Biology Habitat Dioramas 3 D paper models to teach biomes Middle School
Greenhouse Effect STEM inquiry lab Global Warming Earth and Venus
STEM Here is the lab you have been searching for to demonstrate to your students the effect of global warming on our planet's atmosphere. The lab can also be used to illustrate why Venus is so hot. No work to set up or break down. Materials are already in your classroom. Recommended in the spring when the sun is warmer for best resultsA terrific activity for Earth Day
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
Captain Planet Cartoon, Environmental Activity
This activity allows students to watch an Gen X cartoon favorite and analyze the meaning behind the animation. It initiates the discussion about how, when, and where environmental issues should be introduced to school aged children.
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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NGSS:
HS-LS2-5
, HS-ESS3-6
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
, K-ESS3-3
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