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8th grade science resources in English (UK) under $5
What does smoking do to your lungs? - Reading Comprehension / Informational Text
This Reading Comprehension worksheet is suitable for higher elementary to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers. The text describes the damage that chronic first and second-hand smoking can cause to the lungs, what is COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and how chronic smoking can cause to oxygen deprivation, blood clogging and increase the risk of heart attack, lung infections, pneumonia and lung cancer among others,After carefully reading the text, students are required t
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Medicine, Health & Medical Conditions and Advancements - Reading Texts
Mission to Mars: Design a Mars Rover with littleBits
Updated with new graphics and Google extensionThis resource has been designed to use as a guide to designing a Mars Rover with littleBits. Children will first look at previous Mars Rovers and their jobs before designing, making, and evaluating their own Rovers. This Outcome will allow children to use the Design - Make - Evaluate - Technical Knowledge threads of the 2014 National Curriculum of England’s Design & Technology document.littleBits don’t have to exclusively be used for the Outcome
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: All Things littleBits STEAM BUNDLE
Designer babies: How ethical are Designer Babies?
Students will look into and discover the science and ethical debates surrounding designer babies.These resources have been created carefully to embed the curriculum and enable our students to be taught effective lessons to allow our students to thrive. Each lesson has different activities to suit different learners - as we know all out students learn differently. The lessons are easily adaptable to suit your individuals and embed more challenge - but also easy to follow - suitable for Specialist
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Medical Ethics - Ethical and moral debates on medical procedures.
Nonfiction Book Template (Editable)
This nonfiction book uses the following nonfiction text features - Front and back covers, headings, subheadings, diagrams, photographs and captions, text boxes, cartoons, paragraphs, etc. Useful for ANY topic - Completely editable! Zip folder includes 3 file types, pdf, pptx and docxPrint and go or edit as you wish! Printing Instructions: Print two pages per sheet double sided fold in half for an EASY to assemble three page book! This will result in the following page order...1. Cover (Blank box
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3rd - 8th
Magma Matters A Fiery Tale of Compare and Contrast Among Volcanoes Earth Science
"Magma Matters: A Fiery Tale of Compare and Contrast Among Volcanoes" takes readers on an epic journey through the contrasting experiences of individuals living near volcanoes. From the allure of breathtaking landscapes to the perils of volcanic eruptions, this educational essay explores the risks and rewards of volcanic environments in an easy going way!Pupils can learn valuable lessons about geological phenomena, cultural perspectives, and risk management strategies, making it an ideal resourc
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7th - 10th
The 10 Most Powerful Renewable Energy Sources - Reading Comprehension Text
This Reading Comprehension / Informational Text is suitable for advanced to proficient ESL learners or native English speakers.The text explores “The 10 Most Powerful Renewable Energy Sources” starting from the less powerful and concluding with the most powerful and efficient energy source.After carefully reading the text, students are required to complete some comprehension exercises including a title match, a multiple choice exercise and a fun crossword. The text can be used for IGCSE and TOEF
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Environment BUNDLE - Reading Comprehension Worksheets
KS3 Geography: Tropical rainforests & jungles. FULL SOW 11 LESSONS + ASSESSMENT!
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY: Download some of my sample lessons first to check the quality! (they´re great)Get this whole scheme of work AND four more KS3 SoW for $14.99!An outstanding 12 lesson KS3 Geography Scheme of Work on Rainforests.This Scheme of work has it all… The lessons always have or include:Starters, extensions/challenges and plenary activitiesActivities which use photos, maps, graphsEnglish, maths, data and decision making exercisesGroup work, silent tasks, peer-peer activities, market pla
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4th - 9th
Harvesting Rainwater in the Wild: Sustainable Approach to Water Security ~ FACTS
This is an educational guide that explores the multifaceted benefits of collecting rainwater in natural settings. This resource delves into the accessibility, cost-effectiveness and environmental impact of rainwater harvesting, providing valuable insights for both educators and students. Suitable for middle and high school age groups, this guide offers a comprehensive view of sustainable water practices, making it an excellent addition to science, geography and environmental studies curricula. T
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7th - 10th
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Melting Ice Science Investigation (States of Matter)
This resource is ready made for an ice melting investigation. Used effectively in KS2 in a States of Matter learning experience in Science. Children investigate the rate of ice melting in different environments inside and outside. They complete the table by adding the times taken to melt. There are enough tables for 8 different groups to record their findings (A-H). This experiment encourages children to make predictions and consider how to make it a fair test. They could use the data to complet
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4th - 8th
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Layers of the atmosphere - STEAM activity
STEAM activity of the layers of the atmosphere
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1st - 8th
Air and water resistance reading comprehension
This resource was developed when teaching KS2 Science objectives: Forces, including air and water resistance. It clearly explains what friction is and has many engaging pictures showing streamlined objects and examples of forces. The questions use the ERIC symbols to develop reading (Explain, Retrieve, Interpret, Choice).
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4th - 8th
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Complete metamorphosis of insects reading comprehension
This scientific text was a really beneficial resource when teaching KS2 Science: Lifecycles and classification of animals. It clearly shows the stages of complete metamorphosis with explanations and diagrams to support the children to understand this process of change. It explains the cycle from egg, larvae, pupa and adult and gives examples of specific insects such as beetles and butterflies. The questions use the ERIC reading symbols (Explain, Retrieve, Interpret and Choice). Great resource fo
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4th - 8th
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MS-LS2-2
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Pollution
This presentation provides an overview of different types of pollution and their effects on the environment. It explores air pollution, water pollution, and soil pollution, highlighting the sources, causes, and consequences of each. Through engaging visuals and examples, the audience gains a deeper understanding of the impact of pollution on ecosystems, human health, and the planet as a whole. It also includes a song as a starter activity.
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Levers, pulleys and gears Science knowledge organiser
This information sheet is great to support the learning of levers, pulleys and gears. It could be used to gather information, for a display or you could use it alongside comprehension questions to further develop children’s understanding of forces and motion. It also explains how Archimedes invented the compound pulley system and used levers to move a ship. Used in Year 5 when teaching Science and it really helped the children have a deeper understanding.
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4th - 8th
Operations - Operational Efficiency - Business Studies - PPT & Worksheet
A nice lesson to teach operational efficiency. The lesson covers ways to improve a businesses operations. It looks at how lowering costs can impact quality. There are numerous tasks throughout the PPT and relevant examples. The tasks include worksheets on calculating labour and capital productivity. There is also a nice You Say We Pay group task. The lesson includes a nice worksheet on the operations topic for Business Studies.
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8th - 11th
Miss Marple | Famous movie role Margaret Rutherford
Miss Marple | Famous movie role Margaret RutherfordMiss Marple - Master detective in crime comediesInfo textWorksheet: ProfileSolutions to the profileQuestions about the text - QuizSolutions to the questions about the textIf a movie about Miss Marple is watched, additionallySheet for the movie content (synopsis)Sheet for a movie reviewThe material is also ideal for substitution lessons.Procedure:The students read the information text, create a profile and answer questions about the content. The
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4th - 9th
Matching game AUTUMN, a fun print and go Fall Spot it/Dobble type game, Level+
Play the FALL Themed MATCHING Spot It/Dobble Style Game, matching the images which is a fun learning activity to excersize the new curriculum.️ Level DIFFICULT. Easy prep! Introducing our Autumn Matching Game, a great tool for Teachers, ELL, Kindergarteners, Speech therapists, Homeschool families parents, caregivers, SPED, PRE-K, family, to play alone and so on. Make learning fun this season with this engaging and educational game. Designed to enhance cognitive skills, this game challenges play
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PreK - 9th
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Christmas STEM Paper Chain Challenges
Explore Christmas STEM through paper chains. Students look at the mathematical topics of measurement, length, perimeter and patterns and engineering principles of creating tests, assessing suitability, exploring materials and drawing conclusions. This resource allows students to engage in meaningful learning with a Christmas/decoration theme.
Students will need access to paper, fastenings (glue, staples, sticky tape etc) and other construction materials to complete the activities.
This resour
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5th - 8th
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Agatha Christie Poison Plants
Agatha Christie's Poison Plants* Agatha Christie* murder* poison plants - belladonna, cocaine, codeine, cyanide, datura, digitalis, eserine, gelsemine, hemlock, henbane, hyoscine, laudanum, monkshood, morphine, nicotiana, ouabain, oxalis, ricin, strychnine, taxine, willow27 pages
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6th - 8th
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Informational Text Group Project
This project is a three day project (two days for working and one day for presentations). Students are asked to analyze an informational text and teach it to the class. It covers the following standards: W.7.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.RL.7.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence and make relevant connections to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. W.7.6: Use technol
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6th - 9th
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Ear and Hearing Model Construction and Evaluation
Learning Intentions - to understand the role of parts of the ear, construct and evaluate a simple model of the ear.The activity requires no further resources than those included.I usually start the lesson by reminding them that sound is a pressure wave of air and then give them the activity to get on with on.Instructions for the activity are as follows;1. Look at the shapes given to you on page 2. If you need help use the labelled diagram on page 3 to help you complete the table below with your
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6th - 12th
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ZOO Flashcards, learn all about the animals and/or play a memory game
Learn playfully with these ZOO Vocabulary cards and practice the new curriculum.️ Easy prep! A fun activity when using it as a MEMORY Matching game. And an excellent resource for building vocabulary. The flashcards are perfect for children of all ages, who want to master this basic vocabulary or just play a cute game. They're a great tool for parents, teachers, caregivers, ELL, SPED, PRE-K, speech therapists, family, play alone and so on. These cards provide an interactive way to engage with stu
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PreK - 9th
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Phases of the MOON, easy prep! A fun printable learning pack
Learn in a playful way THE PHASES of the MOON, how the moon is turning around the earth. Easy prep! Educational and of course just a fun to do! This printable is an excellent learning resource. This resource is perfect for children of all ages, who want to master the way the moon turns. The learning pack contains excercises to learn about how the moon changes. A fun activity to learn the phases through pictures. They're a great tool for parents, teachers, caregivers, ELL, SPED, PRE-K, speech the
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PreK - 9th
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Hurricane Harvey Claim Evidence Reasoning Graphic Organizer
With this product students will understand the science and impact of Hurricane Harvey. Students will use evidence in the article that climate change may be a contributing factor to the intensity of Hurricane Harvey from a reputable science website.Claim Evidence Reasoning or C.E.R. charts are great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is
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6th - 10th
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