Critical thinking world languages laboratory activboard activities

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Science

This bundle includes 36 hands-on Junior High STEM Activities for kids in 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade. That's one engaging STEM Challenge for each week of the school year!***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here. There are 22 activities included that span all of these grade levels.The STEM activities in this bundle will challenge students to complete the given task by working in groups, although they can also be completed indi

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

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

Types:

Critical Thinking, Forensics, Science

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

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Chemistry, Science, Spanish

States of matter Fold and Learn

Created by

Lita Lita

With this activity you can teach the states of matter in different grades.This craft has been adapted for two levels (one with some writing).It includes:States of MatterProperties of Solids, Liquids and Gases.Examples of the particles.A classify worksheet.And cute characters craftivity.I have also included the Spanish version: Estados de la Materia.See the thumbnails to know what it is included. UPDATED August 2015You can find similar activities in my store:>SCIENCE FOLD AND LEARNDo you like

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Laboratory, Printables

Also included in: Science Fold & Learn SUPER BUNDLE

Math Early Finishers Activity - The Equation Station

Created by

Mandy Neal - Teaching With Simplicity

A differentiated early finishers or centers activity! Perfect for 3rd grade an above!Students are provided with a set of numbers, and they create as many equations as they can. ** A digital version is now included in Google Slides!**Here is how it works!*Students find as many equations as possible.*Equations can be addition, subtraction, multiplication or division.*They can be horizontal, vertical, or diagonal.*Equations must include at least 3 numbers and no more than 6 numbers.*When an equati

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Math, Order of Operations

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Printables, Activboard Activities, Centers

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

Created by

Teaching Science With Lynda R Williams

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

STEM Activity Challenges for the Whole Year! (Elementary)

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Critical Thinking, Engineering, Science

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

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

STEM Activity Challenge Spaghetti Tower (Middle School)

Created by

Critical Thinking, Engineering, General Science

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

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Yvette Rossignol French Francais

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

French Science of Reading | CV blends | Fusion des lettres BUNDLE

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Tons of engaging activities in this BUNDLE in line with French Science of Reading to make sure your students master the decoding of French CV blends! Travaillez le décodage de syllabes simples (consonne + voyelle) avec ces activités engageantes en grand groupe, petit groupe, dans vos ateliers ou à la maison. Your French students need help decoding simple CV blends (consonne + voyelle) for words and nonsense words? Perfect way to get started with Science of Reading in with your class! Parfait pou

Subjects:

en Français, French, Phonics

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

Activities, Interactive Whiteboard, Activboard Activities

Método Científico Experimento

Created by

123Hagamos la tarea

Antes de adquirir este recurso es importante que leas la siguiente descripción:Realiza experimentos divertido en tu sala de clases, esta actividad trabaja los pasos del método científico de una forma divertida, pero académica. Las ciencias pueden tener conceptos muy abstractos para los más chicos, pero se pueden llevar a lo concreto y fácil de entender. Los niños aprenden jugando, creando experiencias divertidas, que luego los llevan a recordar esas experiencias. ¡¡¡Esta actividad cuenta con los

Subjects:

Science, Spanish

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Laboratory, Centers

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

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Forensics

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

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Critical Thinking, General Science, Physical Science

Also included in: Math and Science Lab Classroom Transformations

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

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Laboratory, Centers

Harry Potter Potions Class - Making Scientific Observations

Created by

Diary of a 21st Century Teacher

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

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

Created by

Activities to Teach from Dr Yemothy

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

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Forensics, Science

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Laboratory

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

Game for Large Group - PowerPoint Family Feud Game Template

Created by

The Game Room Party Games

Game for Large Group - PowerPoint Family Feud Game TemplateCustomizable Family Feud PowerPoint Game Template: Two Complete Games with 25 Rounds Each and a 4-Scoreboard System, Ready to Play for Large Groups!Inspired by the popular TV show, Family Feud, our PowerPoint game template is perfect for large group activities. It comes with two pre-built games, each featuring 25 exciting rounds, and a 4-scoreboard system to keep track of multiple teams' scores. Dive right in and play, or customize the g

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Other (ELA), Problem Solving

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Games, Activboard Activities

Bible Family Feud - Powerpoint Game Show

Created by

The Game Room Party Games

Bible Family Feud - Powerpoint Game ShowFriendly Feud PowerPoint game includes scoreboard for 2 teams. Ready to play or you can create your own questions.✔2 GAMES FRIENDLY FEUD WITH 25 ROUNDS each, ready to play, inspired by the popular TV SHOW Family Feud. Or you can create your own questions and answers; it’s very easy to customize (you only have to click on the text box and write your own question)This game contains everything you need for a real Family Feud game: sound effects, music, update

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, ELA Test Prep, Religion

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Activities, Games, Activboard Activities

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:

Critical Thinking, Fractions, Math

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

3rd Grade Fractions, Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions Activities BUNDLE

Created by

VA SOL Superstars

Practice identifying fractions, improper fractions and mixed numbers with these fun resources! Your third graders will love searching for fractions in the real world photographs and thinking critically with hands-on Cuisenaire rods. Printable worksheets will help students practice the tricky concept of describing models as both a mixed number and improper fraction. My 3rd graders love these activities and I think yours will too!TERMS OF USE - © VA SOL SuperstarsThis item is a paid digital downlo

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Printables, Activboard Activities, Centers

STEM Activity Challenge Spaghetti Tower (Upper Elementary)

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Critical Thinking, Engineering, General Science

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:

PowerPoint Presentations, Bulletin Board Ideas, Activboard Activities

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

Spanish Adjectives PowerPoint Lesson Word Wall Vocabulary

Created by

Island Teacher

Teach los adjetivos descriptivos with this animated Spanish descriptive adjectives PowerPoint presentation and vocabulary list. The slides can also be printed and used for a bulletin board or word wall. The PowerPoint is editable. The vocabulary list comes in 2 versions: 1 in a PDF for ease in printing and 1 which is an editable PowerPoint slide, which you can change if needed to match your vocabulary and then print for students. This lesson includes the following:**An editable vocabulary list

Subjects:

Spanish, World Language

Grades:

4th - 12th

Types:

Also included in: Spanish Adjectives Activities Lesson Bundle PowerPoint Games

Evidence and Investigation Forensics Unit

Created by

Brains Loading Please Wait

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======================

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Forensics, Science

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types: