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Middle school Presidents' Day physics projects
Paper Roller Coasters - Marble Tracks Made From Paper
Learn the principles of motion by building paper roller coasters with your students. Build marble runs using only paper and tape. The Paper Roller Coaster templates have been used in schools in all 50 states and over 30 countries. The download includes templates for building twelve different pieces, an instruction manual with over 90 color photographs, and four lessons designed for grade levels from fourth grade up through high school physics classes. The preview gives directions and template
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4th - 12th
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Fidget Spinner STEM Challenge Activities and Science Experiment
The ORIGINAL Fidget Spinner Stem Challenge & Science Lab! Discover the science of fidget spinners with this engaging and low-prep STEM activity. Practice scientific method with an exploration of variables, data collection, graphing, mean/average, and more...all while having fun!This self-paced, fidget spinner activity is print-and-go. Each activity sheet guides students through the project. STEM Challenge Overview:Students will use the included visual directions, graphic organizers, chart
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3rd - 6th
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Roller Coaster Physics - Force and Motion STEM Project
End your Force and Motion Unit with a BANG! This ready-to-implement resource is the perfect project to assess your students' knowledge of Force and Motion. In this STEM activity, students will act as engineers (hired by a local theme park) to design and build a prototype for a new and more exciting ride. Students will be provided with 2-3 days worth of research and planning and will then work in groups to design, build, test and revise their project. At the completion of this project, students
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7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, HS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
, HS-PS2-4
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The NASCAR Project: Forces & Motion
Description:Are you teaching your students about forces and motion? If so, the NASCAR Project is my FAVORITE way to teach my students about those concepts! Students complete a series of NASCAR-themed races/investigations to learn about Newton's laws of motion, inertia, acceleration, collisions, and practice their science and engineering skills! All the resources in this bundle are designed for in-person and at-home learning plus everything is editable. What's Included:Intro to the NASCAR Project
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5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS2-1
Newton's Laws of Motion Activities Bundle - Doodle Notes, Foldable, Project
You can save 30% by purchasing my Newton's Laws bundle. This download contains eight of my activities which are linked to Newton's Laws. Below, you will see an outline of what you will get with your purchase. Included in this Bundle:★ Newton's Laws Foldable | Direct Link |The foldable will require students to define the target vocabulary word, draw a picture, and apply the information by generating examples and non-examples for each vocabulary term. ★ Newton's Laws Doodle Notes | Direct Link |S
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6th - 8th
Project Based Learning: President For The Week (PBL) Print & Distance Learning
Project Based Learning Activity: President For The Week In this project students will take on the role as president of their country. Early on, students are informed they will be president for a week and must complete a variety of activities and projects that presidents face on a daily basis. This project combines writing, research, collaboration, social studies, current events, and provides unlimited opportunities for students to show their own prior knowledge.***THIS RESOURCE IS NOW DIGITAL!
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2nd - 6th
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U.S. Presidents Guided Research Project
Are you learning about the United States Presidents? This product has everything you need for your class to complete their President research projects (except the researched information).
Go beyond your typical Presidential report! This research project will guide your students to learn and write about their assigned President's:
Introduction
Childhood
Family
Pre-Presidency
Presidency
Impact 1
Impact 2
Impact 3
Legacy
Interesting Facts
Opinion
Conclusion
Open the PREVIEW to see exactly wha
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Guided Research Project BUNDLE
Paper Roller Coaster Project- Potential & Kinetic Energy
*The Paper Roller Coaster templates are not included! Those can be found at paperrollercoasters.com. Description:Do you need an exciting way to teach your students about potential and kinetic energy? If so, the Paper Roller Coaster Project is the perfect solution! This is by far my students' favorite project throughout the school year! In this project based learning opportunity students are challenged to make the most thrilling and safe paper roller coaster! Students will present their paper
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Energy Transformations Project - Comic Activity - Fun Assessment
Students of all ages love comics. In this project, students will create a comic strip that demonstrates their understanding of at least six energy transformations. For example, one panel could have a comic character that is toasting bread with a caption that reads "electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy." I have included a student direction page which includes 15 possible energy transformations and sets clear project guidelines.The comics look great on a bulletin board or inside a
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Physical Science Activities - Mega Bundle
Advanced Paper Roller Coaster Templates
If you're ready for a challenge, try building these twelve new designs to add some extra excitement to your Paper Roller Coaster. Templates include the tipping switch, rotating arm, mini-funnel, switchbacks, zigzags, and the half-pipe. Download directions will also include a link to watch instructional videos for each of the new templates. Each set of advanced templates may be used for one home or classroom only. These templates are meant as an addition to the standard templates.Purchase include
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4th - 12th
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Roller Coaster STEM Activity : Paper Roller Coasters
Build a roller coaster while learning about kinetic and potential energy in this engaging STEM challenge! Your students will love learning about the physics of roller coasters! Students research, plan, build, and test marble roller coasters made of paper and tape. This is a yearly favorite! Students apply their understanding of kinetic and potential energy transformations as they create 4 thrills in their paper coasters. This is an annual favorite in my class!Also includes an interactive les
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-2
, 4-PS3-1
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Also included in: Kinetic and Potential Energy Bundle for Middle School
Force and Motion STEM project Egg Drop Challenge Engineering Design Process
Looking for a fun way for students to use their knowledge of force, Newton's laws, and practice their engineering skills? This egg drop STEM engineering design process challenge will get your students designing, testing, investigating, thinking like a disciplinarian, and acting as engineers as they improve their egg structures to mimic the Mars rover landing. ✎Print and digital versions This engineering design STEM project includes:✅ Teacher guide for doing the activity✅ Student handouts for t
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6th - 8th
Newton's Laws of Motion | Color By Number Bundle | 1st 2nd 3rd Law Worksheets
You can save over 30% by purchasing my Newton's Laws Color By Number Bundle. This download contains four color-by numbers related to Newton's Laws of Motion. Below, you will see an outline of what you will get with your purchase. Color By Numbers Included:Newton's 1st Law of Motion | Direct Link |Concepts Include: Net Force, Balanced and Unbalanced ForcesNewton's 2nd Law of Motion | Direct Link |Concepts include qualitative and quantitative questions related to force, mass, and acceleration of o
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6th - 8th
Barack Obama Collaborative Poster for Black History Month
Barack Obama collaboration poster intended to complement/supplement any lesson or unit about Barack Obama, U.S. presidents, and/or Black History Month. There are 2 options included plus bonus materials.The final posters make for visually engaging displays. Hang them anywhere!The libraryThe front officeA hallway Your classroom bulletin boardThese posters are the perfect way to start a unit or to cap one off. They are an engaging and entertaining way for students to work together to create a large
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1st - 12th
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Gifted and Talented Unit - Time Travel Research and Design Project
★ ★ Gifted and Talented - Time Travel Research and Design Project★ ★The purpose of this unit is for students to investigate the philosophies of time and time travel. The students will apply this information to designing their own time travel vehicle and method.About This Unit:★Check it out!: This unit is included in the Gifted and Talented Upper Elementary Units Bundle at a discounted price!This middle-grades unit provides support for student to research philosophies of time and time travel an
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6th - 8th
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Physics Science Experiment STEM projects MEGA pack of 50 learning labs
PREVIEW AVAILABLE!LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP!I've redesigned and cleaned up all of my 50 stem labs in this new version. What's new? They're cleaner looking and a bit prettier. Along with new cover graphics, they also have new category tags that allow you to cross-reference them with other labs, so you can work with similar materials or themes. These indexes and alphabetical listings are a huge bonus! This is the kind of thing you'll want to print, hole-punch, an
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Egg Drop Contest -- Algebra & Physics STEM - 21st Century Math Project
This 21st Century Math Project is a tremendous opportunity to integrate subjects in a math classroom. Hands-on STEM based learning for hands-on students. Along using basic algebra skills to solve basic physics problems, students will engage in reflective writing and use data to support decisions. In this 16 page document, you are given a mapping to the Content Standards, an outline for how to implement the project, handout resources for students to use in collecting data and an optional follow-u
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7th - 12th
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Icebreaker Physics Activity - Interact, Discuss and Learn | Inquiry Based | BTS
This is a great icebreaker for the first days of your physics classroom. Students will get a taste of physics as they watch videos and discuss the physics behind different phenomena. Everything is editable and ready to use!Ever watched a video on TV, Youtube, Facebook, or Instagram that left you in awe, wondering, "How did that work?" This activity is filled with clips just like that, which will leave students wanting to learn more and more about physics. Students Will:1) Watch a series of stimu
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in: First Week of Physics | Back To School Bundle with Icebreakers
Light and Sound Color By Number - Mini Bundle - Includes 2 Worksheets
You can save 20% on my light and sound color by numbers by purchasing this bundle. Color By Numbers Included:Light Color By Number | Direct Link |Concepts Include: Light Waves, Reflection, Refraction, AbsorptionSound Color By Number | Direct Link |You might also like the following Light and Waves Activities:Light FoldableWaves - Color By NumberTypes of Waves Foldable - Frayer Model FormatElectromagnetic spectrum Color By Number•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Let's
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6th - 8th
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Newton's Laws of Motion Project | Comic Strip Activity | 1st 2nd 3rd Law
Students will demonstrate their knowledge of Newton's Three Laws of Motion by creating a comic strip story that exemplifies one of the laws. This Newton's Law's project blends art and science to help students gain a deeper understanding. What is included?★ Student direction page (PDF + Editable PowerPoint Doc)★ Grading rubric (PDF + Editable PowerPoint Doc)★ Four different comic strip templates★ A comic accordion foldable How can this product be used in your classroom?✔ As an assessment to end y
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5th - 8th
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4TH OF JULY CROWN CRAFT ACTIVITY KINDERGARTEN PATRIOTIC HAT HEADBAND PREK
PATRIOTIC CRAFTS HAT TEMPLATES OR CROWN HEADBAND TEMPLATE FOR PATRIOTIC HOLIDAYS SUCH AS CONSTITUTION DAY / MEMORIAL DAY / 4TH OF JULY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, ETC....Kids will feel proud wearing this hat! This resource contains a Constitution Day hat template, both in color and bw. Simply print and go! Children can look at the colored template to color their own hat. Cut out and staple the strap from one side. Place around the kids' head and adjust. Assemble the strap to the hat from the other
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PreK - 6th
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Also included in: JUNE CRAFT KINDERGARTEN CROWN HAT ACTIVITY COLORING PAGE HEADBAND ART
Create an Instrument: Sound Waves Project-Based Learning for Physical Science
This is a five-part project-based learning activity for students about sound waves. This project allows students to take their knowledge of sound waves and apply it to creating their own musical instrument, advertisement for that instrument and a music video. This can be done after a unit on sound waves and energy or throughout.This resource includes a workbook for students to:♬Complete research on sound waves, mediums and different materials used for instruments.♬Learn about how different mediu
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-ETS1-1
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Paper Airplane STEM Activity - Force and Motion STEM Challenge
This paper airplane STEM challenge is the perfect multi-disciplinary activity to learn about flight, force and motion. The fun aliens theme will have your students engaged in hands on learning and excited to tackle this STEM challenge!Click the green PREVIEW button to see what is included in this resource.Included in this resource: Teacher directions, hints and suggestionsStudent directions and challenge scenarioEngineering design process student STEM Journal Supply list 4 "read all about it" r
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Quadratic Catapult -- Physics & Algebra STEM - 21st Century Math Project
This 21st Century Math Project is a tremendous opportunity to integrate subjects in an Algebra 2 or PreCalculus classroom. Hands-on STEM based learning for hands-on student. Along using quadratic functions skills to solve projectile motion physics problems, students will engage in reflective writing and construction and design. In this 25 page document you will be given a mapping to the Content Standards, an outline for how to implement the project, handout resources for students to use in colle
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8th - 12th
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