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Middle school basic principles laboratories for Easel Activities
Scientific Method Independent/Dependent Experimental Variables & Questions Game
This one is AWESOME! Explore the fundamentals of experimental design: independent variable, dependent variable, control variables and, articulate the question that will guide the scientific investigation. Students will arrange variable cards on a shuffleboard and based on their arrangement, formulate a question to investigate the relationship between their independent and dependent variables. Thirteen experimental scenarios to choose from. No additional materials are required to complete this a
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
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Writing A Hypothesis in the Scientific Method: Lesson, Activities, Checklist
Do your students struggle when writing a valid hypothesis? This product is a step by step direction lesson to walk students through the process. Students can follow the directions to write a hypothesis correctly, then use the checklist to double-check their work. Included are: * 1 page of notes including the step-by-step directions and hypothesis writing checklist * 2 pages of activities including writing a hypothesis based on a problem with research and several hypotheses to evaluate ho
Grades:
4th - 8th
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Steps of the Scientific Method Activity with Selfie Scenarios
This activity allows students to see the scientific method at work in something seemingly unrelated to science class—taking selfies! Students work in groups to arrange selfie scenario cards into the order of the six steps of the scientific method. (Don't worry: the scenarios are school appropriate.) A worksheet is included for students to complete together and individually. The activity will last around 30-45 minutes. An extension activity is also included that takes an additional 30 minutes to
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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Also included in: Scientific Method HUGE Bundle: All of My Scientific Method Resources
Scientific Method Lab: Alka-Seltzer
Looking for a great step-by-step introduction to writing and conducting a science lab?
Alka-Seltzer Lab is the perfect introduction for students learning about scientific method and writing lab reports! It guides the students through each step of the process to ensure students are engaged and successful!
In the Alka-Seltzer Lab, students will create an experiment to test the question’ “Which liquid will dissolve an Alka-Seltzer tablet fastest?”
Students must complete a guided hypothesis, iden
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
Also included in: Introduction to Science -BUNDLE
Scientific Method Lab Activities
Scientific Method Lab Activities - Look no further! These three scientific method labs are SPOT ON for middle school! Easy for you... fun for them! Here are three scientific method lab activities to start your year off with a bang! Scientific Method Lab Activity #1 - Drops on a Penny Materials: pennies, droppers, cups of water, paper towels Time: 40 minutes Best grade level: 6th Possible grades: 5th - 8thScientific Method Lab Activity #2 - Spring a Leak? Materials: Plast
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in: Life Science Bundle
Potential and Kinetic Energy STEM Activity
Are you looking for a memorable, easy to implement, hands-on project to teach POTENTIAL and KINETIC ENERGY. This lesson works well with STEM and NGSS standards, and quickly engages students. Students will remember the concepts, explore using readily available household materials, and then synthesize their knowledge with follow up questions where students explore those concepts at a higher level. See the concept in action here!This includes:Lesson plan and accompanying lab handouts: students c
Grades:
7th - 9th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS2-2
Metric System Introduction - Notes - Worksheets - Lab Activities
The METRIC SYSTEM - Are you ready to introduce the metric system?! (All the students sigh...) Introduce the metric system in a way that makes sense - start with what students already know! This packet includes 4 worksheets that introduce the metric system - base units, the prefixes, and WHY it's easier than the English system.After you've introduced the metric system, practice it! Metric activities include: practice metric length measurements, metric volume, and metric mass. Directions also incl
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
Also included in: Life Science Bundle
How Much Sugar is in Bubble Gum Measuring Mass Scientific Method Experiment
In this Activity, students practice measuring the mass of bubble gum before and after its chewed, then make some calculations to determine the percentage of sugar in the gum- definitely a crowd pleaser! This activity is great for everyone- students get to chew gum and teachers get students to practice measuring mass, and calculating averages and percents!I think real BUBBLE GUM like double bubble works best for this! THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF THE FOLLOWING BUNDLE:Metrics Measuring Bundle: Introdu
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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Also included in: Metrics Measurement Bundle: Teach & Review length, volume, mass, density
Scientific Method and Variables Lab - Paper Airplanes {Editable}
I LOVE this lab! My students LOVE this lab! When I am introducing the scientific method, few labs are easier to complete than this one and the materials couldn't be easier to prepare (literally). This investigation helps students to understand the scientific method and how the independent and dependent variables affect the distance that a paper airplane travels. In addition, students are able to focus on their team building and cooperation skills! Have fun! This lab is a guaranteed hit!Mat
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Science Fair Project Guide | Experiment Journal and Worksheets For Grade 4 And 5
A step by step science fair guide with workbook pages, tips, blank science journal, and poster board layout. It helps fourth and fifth graders create age-appropriate experiments with less parental guidance. Teachers can use as a classroom unit on the scientific method, science processes, and to help complete a whole-class project. We will help make the science fair a fun and rewarding experience.Don't be nervous when your child says they want to participate in the science fair.Nervous about pl
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 6th, Staff
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
Scientific Method Practice Lab Identify Independent Dependent Variables Control
Students learn to identify INDEPENDENT and DEPENDENT variables. They plan and carry out a simple experiment to reinforce variable identification. Students practice the basics of experimental design, collecting data, and summarizing results. This lab allows students to discover the challenges of conducting a controlled experiment through trial and error. In this activity, students will:READ a brief article about the differences between dependent and independent variables and how to identify var
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Introduction to Experimentation Activity Set for Middle School Science
Parts of an Atom Lesson Ideas and Activities | Science Chemistry NGSS
What is the smallest part of matter? The Atom! Need a way to engage your students while learning about atoms, then you have come to the right place. This lesson ideas and activity pack is the perfect addition to any 4th-6th grade science classroom while learning about atoms, protons, neutrons, electrons, orbitals, and the nucleus of an atom. ✨ How to use them?independently small groupwhole groupcentershomeworkassessmentexit tickets.✨ What's included?Lesson ideasCreate your own atom STEM acti
Subjects:
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
5-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
Scientific Method Lab: Gummy Bears
Looking for a great step-by-step introduction to writing and conducting a science lab?
The Gummy Bears Lab is the perfect introduction for students learning about scientific method and writing lab reports! It guides the students through each step of the process to ensure students are engaged and successful!
In the Gummy Bears Lab, students will chose a questions and create an experiment to determine how the gummy bears change overnight. This lab is great for emphasizing controls and sample siz
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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Circuits Virtual Lab
Looking for an extension activity for circuits? Do you need a straightforward activity that students can complete without too much teacher assistance? This circuits virtual lab is the perfect resource for you! Using this virtual lab, students will explore: conductivityAC and DC currentsseries and parallel circuits.Website to be used with lab sheet:https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/legacy/circuit-construction-kit-ac-virtual-labWho is this resource for?This resource can be used by classroom
Grades:
6th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS1-6
Also included in: Electric & Magnetic Forces Unit
Skittle Radiometric Decay Half-life Lab
Did you know you can use Skittles candy to demonstrate absolute dating and radiometric decay! Buy a 1-4 lb bag at your local bulk warehouse store for savings. This lab is a great way to show how isotopes decay by shaking a plate full of random skittles. Students use Skittles to observe "Isotopes" decay over each half life. At the end of the lab (and only IF they have done all their work) they can enjoy their "daughter products". Skittles were used because they are durable, hypoallergenic, and th
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-4
, HS-PS1-6
, MS-PS1-4
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Conservation of Momentum Lab Series using Marbles
This listing features two labs about the conservation of momentum using marbles. I facilitate this activity series on successive days in my eighth-grade physical science class. This lab set aligns with our unit about Newton’s three laws. In the first lab activity, students determine if there is a positive correlation between the number of marbles released down the ruler ramp and the number of stationary marbles ejected upon impact on the bottom, flat portion of the track. In the second lab activ
Grades:
8th - 10th
Also included in: Physical Science Semester Activity Bundle Special
Matter and Its Interactions - Measure and Graph: Next Generation Science: 5-PS1
This product addresses concepts related to Matter and Its Interactions: Measure and graph quantities to provide evidence that regardless of the type of change that occurs when heating, cooling, or mixing substances, the total weight of matter is conserved.TpT Digital Activities Pages now available!The product includes four Scientific Method formatted activities that include measuring and graphing.Visit Suzanne's Classroom Store! The resources are designed to enrich or supplement your current cu
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 6th
NGSS:
5-PS1-2
Also included in: Next Generation Science: Physical Science 5-PS Bundle
Design Your Own Experiment. Guided Workbook/ Worksheets on Experimental Design
Experimental design worksheets. Includes independent and dependent variable worksheet and walks students through the process to identify the variables and control, and research.Designing your own experiment is one of the experiences that makes science stand out, but it can be hard to guide students through the process. This workbook is a step by step guide that will help your students design an experiment and will help you track their progress and help them as needed.This product reinforces th
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
Lab Safety Quiz
20 question Lab Safety Quiz is for middle school students. Questions are about basic lab safety procedures and rules.This is now an EASEL activity!Certified Easel Seller
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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Scientific Method Experimental Design Activity Learn How to Design a Fair Test
This scientific method lab activity is designed to reinforce the importance of keeping ONE INDEPENDENT VARIABLE in an experiment. The goal is for students to begin to think critically about experimental design and to grasp the importance of holding all conditions constant except the one variable being tested. Students are directed to identify variables and constants, make predictions, summarize results, and analyze experimental design for a very simple "drops on a penny" lab. There are three p
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, HS-PS1-3
Also included in: Introduction to Experimentation Activity Set for Middle School Science
Steps of the Scientific Method Activity with Hedgehogs in English and Spanish
This scientific method scenario activity will help your students learn the six steps of the scientific method and identify them in a silly experiment about hedgehogs. English and Spanish versions are included. This resource comes with an answer key.The steps of the scientific method in this resource are as follows:--Step 1: Make an observation and ask a question about it--Step 2: Research if needed--Step 3: Form a hypothesis--Step 4: Test the hypothesis in an experiment--Step 5: Record and analy
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
Also included in: Scientific Method HUGE Bundle: All of My Scientific Method Resources
You've Lost Your Marbles Lab Activity - {Editable}
This is a fun and challenging lab that you can use to teach your students about speed, gravity, potential energy, kinetic energy, mass, and momentum! The materials required are fairly simple, and your students will, without a doubt, have their thinking caps on while completing this! This lab takes my students a solid hour including introducing the lab, etc., so it is a Great lab to use for collecting data and following the steps of the scientific method. As with all labs and lessons, try this
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
Slinky Sound Unit w MythBusters Video Lab
Transform your classroom into an exciting laboratory of sound exploration with our comprehensive "Slinky Sound Unit." This resource takes the fascinating world of sound and makes it come alive for your students by incorporating engaging activities, hands-on experiments, and captivating MythBusters videos.Key highlights of the "Slinky Sound Unit with MythBusters Video Lab" include:Interactive Learning: Immerse your students in a world of auditory discovery. This unit is designed to encourage acti
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
, HS-PS4-2
, HS-PS2-1
, MS-PS4-2
, HS-PS4-1
...
Also included in: Hands-on Science Semester Labs Bundle
Water Displacement to Measure Volume Lab
In this lab, students will learn that 1 ml = 1 cm^3 and how to use water displacement techniques to determine the cubic volume of an object.You will need beakers or graduated cylinders, and 3 different objects that can fit in your container of choice.
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
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