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8th grade environment projects for Microsoft PowerPoint
Symbiosis Notes and Want Ad Project
Desperately seeking a symbiotic relationship. Students get creative as they research mutualism, commensalism and parasitism and create a want ad looking for a suitable partner. WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 3-5 DAY LESSON:• 4 page NON-EDITABLE PDF handout with student directions and template• 15 slide EDITABLE PowerPoint• List of symbiotic relationships to assign to students• Example• DIGITAL GOOGLE CLASSROOM links to all items listed above which can be easily converted to Microsoft School with direct
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Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
Climate Change and Global Warming Take Action Project
This is a great project to empower your students as you learn about climate change. Give your students the opportunity to take action to reduce greenhouse gases. There are 3 different ways for your students to take action:Individual level: Students work with their families and learn about their carbon footprint and commit to 3 ways to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.Community level: Students inform and encourage teachers and students to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at school by makin
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
Also included in: Climate Change and Global Warming Bundle for Middle School
Invasive Species
Lesson Objectives:
In this lesson, students learn how invasive species threaten ecosystems and negatively impact native organisms.
Students will develop an Invasive Species Wanted Poster meant to educate the public about identifying and preventing the spread of invasive species.
PowerPoint Presentation Includes –
Guided notes outlining the characteristics of invasive species.
Student note-taking worksheet aligned with PowerPoint Presentation.
Examples of various native species and the impa
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Grades:
6th - 8th
The Coral Reef Ecosystem: Oceanography Case Study
This is a guided research lesson about coral reef ecosystems that is set up in Power Point format. Part one has the students complete research on the basics of a general coral reef ecosystem based on a national geographic video clip. Part two has the students complete general research on several different coral reef species. Part three guides the students through selecting one real world coral reef ecosystem and completing specific research points on that example. This could be used as a cas
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Human Impact on the Environment Project (remote learning/online research)
This in-depth research project provides students with 12 topics to choose from as they explore ways in which humans impact the environment. This project provides complete "remote learning" as a culminating activity or a stand alone online research project. It includes a self-pacing guide for 7 days of research, as well as a PowerPoint planner with detailed instructions for completion.
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Energy: Hydroelectric Power with STEM Project
This Hydroelectric Energy package shows how hydroelectric energy is produced and the energy transformations that happen to turn power from water into electricity. The package includes an interactive PowerPoint presentation which shows how hydroelectric power is produced and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of hydro power.The presentation makes liberal use of diagrams and pictures to illustrate the points simply and clearly. This presentation is suitable for multiple grade levels. Th
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 8th
NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, MS-PS3-3
, 4-PS3-2
Also included in: NGSS Renewable Energy Bundle Grades 4 - 6
Marine Species Research Project Assignment | Marine Science sub plans
Quick and easy to assign, last 2 or 3 days! Different versions are included for choosing a Marine Invertebrate, a Marine Mammal, a Marine Reptile, a Fish, or any species. This allows you to easily use more than once during the year, or be more specific in the topic they choose from. Quick and easy ecology based assignment for a project that will work for an in-person or virtual science course. This is perfect if you are in a crunch needing last minute sub plans for an unexpected absence. Quickl
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: BUNDLE of Marine Science Digital Assignments | TWENTY NINE Google Docs
United States Environmental Policy Unit
Explore the intricate intersection of governance and environmental stewardship with the United States Environmental Policy Unit. In this week-long unit, students delve into the essential question: "How do environmental policies protect the environment?"A vital component of any robust environmental science curriculum, this unit provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the policies and regulations that shape environmental protection in the United States. Through engaging discussions
Subjects:
Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: Land Usage, Environmental Economics and Policy Unit Bundle
Invasive Species "Most Wanted" Activity EDITABLE PPT and Templates
INVASIVE SPECIES "MOST WANTED" POSTER ACTIVITY
Objective: Identify and describe an invasive species from your state, and explain why this species is a problem, methods to rid the problem, and the benefits of doing so.
Students will create a “WANTED” poster requiring them to include the following:
¬ Species Name / Also Known As (literal name / criminal name)
¬ Crimes Committed (specific damages done by species)
¬ Picture (drawing or photo)
¬ Description (key features, characteristics)
¬ Known A
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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Ecosystem/Biome Research Project *Digital Friendly*
This ecosystem/biome project has everything you need for your students to be successful and little-to-no prep for you! There are 10 different ecosystems that your students could research: Tundra, Wetlands, Deserts, Deciduous Forest, Open Ocean, Freshwater (lakes and rivers), Grasslands, Coniferous Forest, Estuaries, and Rainforest! There is a checklist that they will follow that has all the required elements they must put into their project about their ecosystem such as: Description, Physical Fe
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Sustainability in Animal Systems Ultimate Bundle
Looking for a way to address standard AS.01.03.02.a. Research and summarize sustainability in animal systems? Consider this bundle!Include is:A presentation that walks students through the importance of sustainability and 10 sustainability methods in animal systems A formative assessment that includes two short answer questions and a seven-item matching activity asking students to match sustainability methods with their descriptions.A project-based learning assignment to be used summatively that
Grades:
7th - 12th
Geocaching Project
Students learn about the global treasure hunt called Geocaching in the intro PowerPoint. The project has them build and hide caches on campus, and log their coordinates using several GPS devices that I have gathered through the years (I started with only 1 the first year).
The culmination of the project is to have each class period search for caches hidden by a different class period.
I also encourage students to create and account on geocaching.com, download the Geocaching Ap (available on t
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Natural Disasters Assignment - Humanities, Geography, Science.
This project requires students to research a type of natural disaster (e.g. Earthquakes) and then analyse the impact of a specific event (e.g. The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake).
The project breaks down into four major questions:
1. Briefly explain what causes your type of natural disaster (e.g. what causes an earthquake to happen?)
2. Explain what happened on the day of the natural disaster you are researching.
3. What was the response to the natural disaster?
4. What was the long term impac
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
Sustainability Principles / Fundamentals Material Use & Waste Management
Sustainability Principles / Fundamentals Material Use & Waste Management Course Grades 10-12 First-year introduction to college/university courseAssociate of Arts / Liberal Arts programLecture topics: Learning PromptsHazardous materials and alternativesActivityWaste disposal optionsReduction of waste generationReadingDebate / Discussion
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Sustainability course for 1/2 semester week #4-10
Middle School Ag--Sustainable Farm Design Project
Students will design a sustainable farm that incorporates 5 sustainable practices. I use this as my Sustainable Ag Unit Project. Project directions and rubric are included. I give about 2 days of class time for project completion.
Grades:
6th - 8th
Eco-Art Sculptures: Recycled Art Lesson Plan
Over the last several decades, our planet has seen a rise in population, swiftly followed by a rise in pollution, overflowing landfills, and environmental destruction. Contemporary artists have begun to raise their voices and use their craft to draw attention to these issues. This recycled art lesson plan is focused on using art to raise awareness about environmental issues. The thorough slides presentation includes art and videos from 2 contemporary environmental artists - Aurora Robson and Vik
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Oil Spill Earth Day STEM Challenge
Oil Spill Earth Day STEM Challenge!
This exciting and engaging STEM challenge will allow your students to explore the challenged faced with cleaning up an oil spill!
The students will gain background knowledge about oils spills and the effects the spills have on our planet. Then students will design, plan, and create a contraption to clean up the oil spill. After their creation is through, students will write an information essay about oil spills and what they have learned!
Great for celebr
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Landscapes and Landforms Unit
Embark on an immersive exploration of Earth's diverse landscapes and landforms with this comprehensive Landscapes and Landforms Unit—a high-quality resource designed to engage students in a week-long, no-prep journey. Focused on the essential question, "What are the major types of landscapes in the United States?", this unit offers a deep dive into the geographical features that shape our world.Students delve into the distinctions between landscapes and landforms, gaining insight into the charac
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Grades:
8th - 11th
NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS2-2
Also included in: Earth and Space Science Curriculum Bundle
Energy Flow and Trophic Levels Lesson and Activity
Bring the concepts of energy flow and tropic levels to life with this engaging PowerPoint and research activity. Student minds are blown by the idea of exponential growth curves and how they impact human populations. This lesson guides students through these concepts with contemporary applications and color images.Your purchase includes a 30 slide, color PowerPoint presentation, which includes instructions for the Food Web research and poster activity, as well as a student note handout. There
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Ecology Unit (Five 90min Lesson Bundle with Assessment)
Middle School Science - Renewable Energy Project
This Renewable Energy Project is a culminating project after students have learned about energy systems. The entire 6 Week Unit can be found below:
Middle School Science: 6 Week Unit on Energy Systems and Energy Sources
The goal of this project is for students to choose a specific renewable energy resource and develop some sort of presentation that conveys the background, uses, benefits, negatives, and future impact of using that energy source in the US.
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Grades:
7th - 8th
Follow the Drop: Stormwater Curriculum and Rain Garden Installation (Full)
Follow the Drop (FtD) is an innovative, hands-on educational program that cultivates water resource management stewards. Written by both water resource engineers and educators, the FtD curriculum weaves together resiliency, sustainability, design thinking, social studies, resource management and entrepreneurship in a fun and effective way to address real-world challenges. FtD is a 13-lesson plan curriculum that includes fun activities and critical thinking. It was designed to promote water cons
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Grades:
4th - 12th
Renewable Energy/Green Energy In Class Exercises or Workshop Tools
This includes 120 pages of instructions on building various Green Energy/Renewable Energy In-Class and Workshop Activities. These exercises could keep a class or workshop busy for 1-2 days depending on the speed and duration of the class/workshop. This could be used with students or also with teachers to implement into their classroom as a workshop. Many of these exercises use low cost materials and are ideal for group learning about wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. Materials included in th
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Grades:
PreK - 12th
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STEM Design for Learning: Solar Cars, Boats, Planes, and Rovers Webquest Project
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning Students become solar designers in this interactive STEM webquest that guides critical thinking and collaboration within the topics of solar energy and engineering. Working in teams, students choose to learn about either solar planes, cars, boats, or rovers and use what they have learned to design their own model of a solar powered vehicle. WebQuest project-based learning teaches children how to use essential skills for obtaining information and a
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS3-5
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Art: Brook trout
I created this lesson for students in grades three and up to introduce soft sculpture as well as our state fish (PA - the Brook trout). By completing this project, students will demonstrate proficiency in several different artistic media as well as gaining awareness of state symbols and fish anatomy through the creation of an original work of art.
"The Brook Trout is also the state fish of, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia".
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
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