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Environment simulations for Google Apps
Population Ecology Lab Simulation - Modeling Population Growth
This guided inquiry graphing activity (both printable and digital) involves the student in a study of the growth rate of a rabbit population. The student assumes the role of a scientist to determine the birth rate, mortality rate, growth rate, and total population size of the rabbit population over a 20 year period. The data is plotted on a graph where the student will clearly see the initial exponential growth of the population followed by logistic growth. The activity will reinforce the conce
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Grades:
8th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-2
Also included in: Population Ecology Bundle
The Virtual Biodiversity Game
Students can use this Google form to make choices that determine how many species survive or go extinct in their ecosystem. Through 5 rounds, students are exposed to concepts such as biodiversity, biomes, climate, niches, pollution, and human impact. Students make choices and can see the impact it has on biodiversity (the number of species)This interactive activity is a great introduction to biodiversity. It is a great tool to get students thinking about what contributes to increased or decrease
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-1
, HS-LS4-6
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
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World Population Growth Poster Project Activity | Human World Geography
Explore just how big the world’s population really is with this two-part activity that includes an eye-opening simulation and a creative poster project while stretching their math skills.The posters make for a fun and engaging hallway display for the whole school to learn from!These activities come as both print-and-go PDF and editable, paperless Google files and are included in the complete Human Population Growth Unit.Greatness is being able to make the incomprehensible easy to understand.A mi
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7th - 12th
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Intro to Economics: Needs V. Wants
An engaging way to begin a unit on economics! This fun and hands-on activity will have students explore the important concepts of human needs versus wants through an engaging rocket ship simulation. Students will be vicariously drawn into an emergency situation in which they must collaborate, and agree as to what items they consider as ‘essential’ for their survival on their rocket ship mission to live on a far away planet. An interactive Slide Presentation will help guide the groups on their jo
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5th - 10th
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The Virtual Carbon Cycle Game
Students can use this Google form and virtual dice to play the role of a carbon atom moving through the Carbon Cycle. The probability of appearing in each carbon sink is modeled proportionally to Carbon Cycle in the real world. For example, the ocean is a large carbon sink and there is a high chance that students remain in the ocean for a few rounds in a row.The number of rounds played is up to the teacher, but throughout the game, students are exposed to concepts such as conservation of matter,
Subjects:
Grades:
9th - 12th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-3
, HS-LS2-5
, HS-LS2-4
, MS-ESS3-5
...
Volcano Exploring Virtual Field Trip-Google Slides-Distance Learning
Let's take a Virtual Field Trip to explore volcanoes at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and learn all about what it's like in this HOT place!!! This No Wheels Field Trip is just what you need to have some fun when studying about Earth, Rocks, and Minerals.... or just for FUN!Do it up! When else can you load up and go to the Hawaii for the day? Decorate! Have a fun filled day! Create a rock dome entrance from butcher paper!! The Volcano 360 views from Google Arts and Culture are the COOLEST way t
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Virtual Field Trip Bundle-Distance Learning- Made for Google Slides
The Tragedy of the Commons Simulation (Slides, Worksheet, Instructions)
This engaging and fun game demonstrates very clearly the concept of the "Tragedy of the Commons" in a fun game followed by a quick class slides presentation. The product includes the class slides that walk the class through the simulation, a teacher instructions guide, a student worksheet for following along with the game, and a pdf print-out to create the "slips of paper" used in the simulation.This game is a class favorite that creates a lasting memory of our inclination towards competition ov
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Fresh Water Supply Water Footprint & Clean Water Access Activity Kit
Explore just how finite our fresh water supply is and how much water humans consume on a daily basis in this 1-2 week activity kit. Topics include:Your students' own daily water footprints Water supply crises around the world Hundreds of millions without access to improved sanitation and safe drinking water These 5 activities are perfect for exploring our natural resources in your Human Geography, Current Global Issues, or Environmental Science course.All student materials come in both print PDF
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Grades:
9th - 12th
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CCSS:
Biomes Project: Virtual Interactive Museum w/ Google Slides Middle/High School
Create a virtual museum! Unlimited copies for your students after your purchase!View an example museum exhibit that was created using this product! (only first room completed)The Biomes Virtual Interactive Museum Project with Google Slides for Middle or High School is a fantastic digital tool that students can utilize to show what they know about biomes while tapping into their creativity using technology. This project allows students to demonstrate their knowledge of biomes by creating virtual
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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Model My Watershed - Runoff Simulation
Students explore the Model My Watershed Simulation (https://runoff.modelmywatershed.org/) and learn more about the surface of the Earth impacts on runoff, infiltration, and evapotranspiration. Students will see how much of 5cm of precipitation is transported once it reaches the surface of developed areas, forests, crop land, etc. Students should be able to better understand the following termsEvapotranspiration Infiltration Impervious Pervious PrecipitationRunoff Answer key included!
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS2-4
, HS-ESS3-6
, MS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-4
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Evolution Simulation by Minute Labs Worksheet Questions / Virtual Lab
Awesome online simulation and videos for evolution. There didn't seem to be any questions available so I made my own. Hope this helps you and your class. It touches upon some basic evolution vocabulary such as natural selection, artificial selection, traits, heritability, mutations, speciation, etc. Designed for about a 60 minute period. Link to the simulation is here if you'd like to check it out: https://labs.minutelabs.io/evolution-simulator/
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Mining Virtual Field Trip (Types of Mining, Underground Mine Tours, Minerals)
Take your students on a virtual field trip to learn all about mining! Using a combination of informational text, Google Earth exploration, videos, and visuals, your students will learn about different types of mining, methods, and the history of mining from multiple perspectives. This trip includes underground mining tours through Google Earth!This virtual field trip covers::: What is mining?:: Different types of mining (mineral deposits):: Mining & the role of miners:: Forty-Niners (49ers)
Grades:
4th - 6th
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Build A Terrarium (digital version) Ecosystem
I searched high and low to find an online resource that would allow my students to build a digital terrarium. I couldn't find one. So, I built one using Google Slides. The first slide is their terrarium container. The second slide is the clip art that I found, so students could build their terrarium on the first slide by copying and pasting the clip art on the second slide. I also included a soil and gravel/charcoal layer for their terrarium. I also created and arrow slide so they could illustra
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
Earth Day Virtual Field Trip -Distance Learning- Become an Earth Day Hero
This Earth Day Virtual Field Trip is more like a mission that students will want to complete with pride! On this Earth Day Virtual Field Trip, students are asked to become Earth Day Superheroes by completing tasks that teach them to become environmental friendly, what Earth Day is, and how they CAN make a difference. Use this Earth Day Virtual Field Trip from the No Wheels Field Trip collection to celebrate Earth Day on April 22! Let your students take the pledge and become Earth Day Heroes!This
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
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Stop Disasters! Game Simulation Worksheet
This worksheet works well with the Stop Disasters! simulation (http://www.stopdisastersgame.org/). This worksheet is currently written to have students prepare communities for tsunamis and earthquakes specifically through the simulation. However the simulation provides opportunities for students to also prepare for floods, wildfires, and hurricanes. This activity is a great way to wrap up a unit on natural disasters and mitigation. It could also be used to build interest when discussing natural
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Grades:
6th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-3
Rainforest Virtual Field Trip - Google Slides-Distance Learning - No Wheels!
Let's take a Virtual Field Trip to the Rainforest and learn all about what it's like in this WILD place!!! This No Wheels Field Trip is just what you need to have some fun when studying about Ecosystems and Rainforests!Do it up! When else can you load up and go to the Rainforest for the day? Decorate! Have a fun filled day! The Rainforest 360 view is the COOLEST way to visit the Rainforest when you can't really go down the Amazon River!!! Students will believe you are the most AMAZING teacher...
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Virtual Field Trip Bundle-Distance Learning- Made for Google Slides
Bitmoji Virtual Vacation Rental
NEW!!!This slide can be used as an online virtual learning area, Zoom or Google Meet background or a lesson plan space with learning links. All objects on the slide are yours to edit, move, delete or add a link to for resources and interactive learning. Simply make your own copy and change it up to fit your needs.Please visit my store for many additional options for virtual learning and meeting rooms.
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Not Grade Specific
Predator Prey Simulation Game & Graph Activity
Overview:Get your students out of their seats in this interactive predator/prey simulation game! Students will take on the role of snowy owls and lemmings, using whiteboards to determine if owls have successfully captured their prey. Throughout the game data is recorded for students to use in creating a double line graph of the owl and lemming populations. My students LOVE this game and ask to play it all the time!Why You'll Love It:Low prepIncorporates graphingMovementInteractive and fun!Studen
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Florida Everglades Virtual Field Trip - National Park, Wetlands, Ecosystem
Take a fun trip to the Florida Everglades! Discover and learn about the unique wetlands and the different animals that call Everglades National Park home. There is a supplemental handout to accompany the virtual trip! No prep!* Be sure to check out the video preview. NOTE: music clips are not available via the preview, but are available on the virtual field trip once purchased. *The trip is on Google Slides. It can easily be linked to your Google Classroom, website or other digital platforms for
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Not Grade Specific
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pH Scale PhET - Google Form Worksheet (distance learning)
This pH Scale PhET - Google Form Worksheet is used to guide and assess students as they learn about solutions. Students will experiment with the PhET simulation and see the relationship between acids, bases, and pH. Students experiment with common household substances to understand the basics of the pH scale. Then, they learn about hydronium and hydroxide ions at the micro-level. Finally, they learn simple pH calculations.The pH Scale PhET - Google Form Worksheet includes 26 multiple-choice ques
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9th - 12th
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Biomes Virtual Field Trip - Tundra, Aquatic, Desert, Grassland, Forest
Detailed and exciting virtual field trip to explore the different biomes on Earth. Learn about the environment and animals in each of the five major biomes--tundra, forest, grassland, desert and aquatic biomes. This trip also includes a supplemental handout to accompany the trip and virtual PBS kids games that are specific to biomes. No prep!* Be sure to check out the video preview. NOTE: music clips are not available via the preview, but are available on the virtual field trip once purchased. *
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Not Grade Specific
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Ecology: Interactive Biomagnification Activities
Check out the video preview for this resource on my BlogAnswer key included!Again, all of the following activities can be used for synchronous or asynchronous learning. This is formatted as a google slide show, which is easy for the students to follow, and has built in areas for them to answer directly on the slide presentation, which reduces their confusion. Here is the breakdown of what this Google Slide Presentation Includes:Title SlideSlides 1-3: Energy Pyramids and Biomagnification- Student
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Grades:
7th - 11th
NGSS:
HS-LS2-7
, HS-LS2-4
Also included in: Ecology Unit with Learning Targets and Warm-ups!
Mr. Law's Industrial Moth Natural Selection CER
Students read a short passage, play a simulation in which they hunt moths in a "light" or "dark" forest to experience being a part of natural selection, then write two Claim-Evidence-Reasoning responses using quantitative data (table + graph) and qualitative data (pictures of the forests with the moths) to explain why the moth population went from light to dark, then back to light again as the industrial revolution progressed.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
NGSS:
HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-3
, HS-LS4-4
, HS-LS4-5
Design a Renewable Future: Virtual Lab
Students will use data on different sources of renewable energy to design energy systems for cities across the United States. Students will be able to test their designs utilizing scientific and engineering principals.MS-ESS3-3. Apply scientific principles to design a method for monitoring and minimizing a human impact on the environment.
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-3
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