Middle school problem solving engineering graphic organizers

Classroom Management, For All Subject Areas, Problem Solving

CCSS:

MP5

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Challenges Entire Year includes End of the Year STEM Activities

Behavior Think Sheet: A Classroom Management Tool with SEL in English & Spanish

Created by

Elly Thorsen

This behavior reflection sheet is a perfect addition to middle school classroom management plans. Use it as a logical consequence for student misbehavior. The Behavior Think Sheet ties in with social-emotional learning by getting students to think about what they did, why they did it, and how it affects those around them. This behavior reflection sheet works especially well in middle school classrooms as a part of classroom behavior management plans. It can also be incorporated into upper elemen

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 10th

Types:

Classroom Forms, Graphic Organizers

Forces Doodle Notes | Net Force Balanced and Unbalanced Forces | Cornell Notes

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Teaching about forces in your middle school physics unit? Try these engaging and effective Forces Cornell Doodle Notes that can be used to introduce the concept of force in physics. These notes cover balanced and unbalanced forces, net force, magnitude, Newtons, the contact forces of friction, buoyancy, and tension, the non-contact forces of gravity, electric force, and magnetic force. This can be a stand-alone lesson as the notes introduce or review the vocabulary and basic concepts associated

Subjects:

Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Physical Science Notes Doodle Notes Middle School Science Cornell Notes

Speed and Velocity Doodle Notes | Speed Formula | Cornell Notes

Created by

These no-prep, scaffolded Speed and Velocity Doodle Notes can be used to introduce motion and the concepts of a reference point, change in position, displacement, speed, and velocity. This resource can be a stand-alone lesson as it introduces or reviews the vocabulary and basic concepts associated with motion via notes and a Powerpoint. There are problem examples in the notes so students can see how to use and manipulate the speed formula. There are also practice problems in the review section!

Subjects:

Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes, Lesson

Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Physical Science Notes Doodle Notes Middle School Science Cornell Notes

Problem-Solving in the Community for High School Speech and Language Therapy

Created by

The Speech Express

Help your students navigate through a variety of problematic scenarios that may be encountered in the community with the help of a graphic organizer and task cards! This resource includes 52 hypothetical situations for problem-solving: one 26-card set with 'What Would You Do?' scenarios, and another 26-card set with 'Should You or Shouldn't You?' scenarios.Also included is a graphic organizer, which allows students to:state the problemidentify up to three possible solutionsweigh the pros and con

Subjects:

Problem Solving, Special Education, Speech Therapy

Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Task Cards

Also included in: Functional Skills Bundle for Middle and High School Speech and Language

The Engineering Design Process: Guided Booklet Kit for STEM projects

Created by

Playful STEM

My best-selling TPT product -- now updated with new content!Help your students brainstorm, develop, design, and evaluate their ideas for any engineering or STEM design project! This download contains 25 mix and match pages, with multiple options for each phase of the Engineering Design Process. Combine multiple sheets to create a guided booklet for the entire Engineering Design Process or choose single pages to focus in on just one or two steps. This product is designed to be flexible to the nee

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Science

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

NGSS:

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Process Booklet Bundle: Scientific Method & Design Process

Acceleration Doodle Notes | Middle School Science | Cornell Notes

Created by

These Acceleration Cornell Doodle Notes can be used to introduce the concept of acceleration in a motion and forces unit of physics. The notes cover the three types of acceleration (speeding up, slowing down, changing directions), the formula and units for acceleration, the concepts of deceleration, and zero acceleration. There are problem examples in the notes so students can see how to use and manipulative the acceleration formula. There are also practice problems in the review section!Cornell

Subjects:

Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes, Lesson

Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-PS2-2

Also included in: Physical Science Notes Doodle Notes Middle School Science Cornell Notes

FAMOUS INVENTORS Coloring Pages, Posters, and Research Report Activities

Created by

Project Based Learning with Elle Madison

Save 30% on this bundle of FAMOUS INVENTORS informational coloring pages, color posters, and research brochure projects. Perfect if you're needing to scaffold the same topic for different levels! You'll receive 20 brochure projects, 20 informational biography coloring pages, and 20 full color posters.Included in the Bundle:Famous Inventors Research BrochuresFamous Inventors Coloring PagesFamous Inventors Color PostersFamous Inventors Featured:Thomas EdisonLeonardo Da VinciSteve JobsMarie CurieAl

Subjects:

Engineering, Science, U.S. History

Grades:

PreK - 6th

Types:

Projects, Bulletin Board Ideas, Graphic Organizers

Energy Types and Transformations Graphic Organizers and Toys Activity

Created by

This Energy Types and Transformations Graphic Organizers and Toys Activity lesson helps students to sort out the different “flavors” of energy by organizing them into a “family tree” with “Pa Energy” and “Ma Everything” at the top (Albert Einstein once said, “Everything is energy and that’s all there is to it!”), and below them their “children” Kinetic and Potential, and their “grandchildren” -- thermal, sound, electrical, and radiant are kinetic energies…gravitational, nuclear, chemical, and el

Subjects:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

NGSS:

MS-PS3-5

Also included in: Physical Science Curriculum Middle School | Matter Atoms Reactions Waves Motion

In-School Suspension Student Restorative/Reflection Handouts (begin & end)

Created by

Zrinka Smith

I use these handouts for students that are serving In-School Suspension. They are given the first side to complete in the morning, soon after they arrive. This sheet is created based on the Restorative methodology where the student recognizes his/her responsibility in the situation but also works towards restoring and fixing the situation. I meet with each student and discuss the handout one-on-one.The Exit Reflection, the back side, is done at the END of the day. Now that the day is over and we

Subjects:

Problem Solving

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers

Engineering Design Process Template

Created by

From Miss McMullen's Classroom to Yours

STEM programs focus a lot of it's learning on the Engineering Design Process. This Engineering Design Process Sheet will allow students to become Engineers in the classroom. They will be able to Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, and Improve a Prototype for any Unit that they are learning about.(Made in a Microsoft Word document so that teachers can edit questions, etc.) If you would prefer an Engineering Design Process:Engineering Design Process- Digital Notebook- Click Here! Word Search- Click here!C

Subjects:

Engineering, General Science, Problem Solving

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Laboratory, Printables, Graphic Organizers

Also included in: Engineering Design Process- Bundle

Inquiry-Based Endangered Animal Research Project

Created by

Jenifer Stewart

Inquiry-based learning is a student-centered and teacher-guided instruction approach. It empowers students to become critical thinkers. It increases students’ ability to develop a deep understanding of content while increasing students’ intellectual engagement. Students start by brainstorming endangered animals and why they would like to research those animals. Then, students pose questions about their endangered animals. Students go through the research process by finding sources and info

Subjects:

Problem Solving, Tools for Common Core, Writing-Expository

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Research, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

W.4.1

, W.4.2

, W.5.1

, W.5.2

, W.6.1

...

STEM Kite Challenge | April STEM

Created by

Lisa Taylor Teaching the Stars

STEM Kite Challenge is an activity that can be connected to Iqbal by Francesco D'Adamo or it can be a stand alone STEM Challenge. This challenge will engage your students as they learn about kites, design, and test their kites. Students will construct kites after they research them. Students will go through the Engineering Process as they build and test their kites using various materials to construct it. ⭐This product is included in my STEM BUNDLE #2 Challenge! Your students will love desig

Subjects:

Engineering, Informational Text, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Problem Solving, Tools for Common Core, Word Problems

CCSS:

RI.4.1

, RI.4.3

, RI.5.2

, RI.5.3

, W.4.2

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Challenges Entire Year includes End of the Year STEM Activities

MATH Problem Solving Graphic Organizers - CCSS Constructed Response Math Tasks

Created by

iTeachSTEM

Students struggle when they are presented with a story problem. Whether it is a multi-step problem or a more straightforward situation, using one of these graphic organizers to record their thinking will help students be more successful. Use these graphic organizers to support students as they improve their problem solving skills. ***I have found these to be especially helpful with my Special Education students. Having a structured way to approach problems gives them a starting point and helps

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers, Centers

End of Lesson Reflection | 54321 Countdown | Exit Ticket Evaluation

Created by

Pagecraft ELA

5, 4, 3, 2, 1... GO! Using simple countdown prompts to guide students, this resource allows your class to get on with reflecting on their lesson with clear starting and finishing points. Great as a plenary or an exit ticket. Edit the question prompts as needed!Includes...full-page versions and booklet versions of the prompt questionsfive different designs of bullet point - arrows, stars, circles, anchors and speech bubbleseditable PowerPoint version of the resourceThis product is also included i

Subjects:

Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Study Skills

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Graphic Organizers

Also included in: ENDLESS ELA BUNDLE | Middle & High School | Reading, Writing, Communication

Inventions STEM Activities Bundle

Created by

Lisa Taylor Teaching the Stars

Inventors and Inventions are so fun to learn about! Are you looking for fun STEM activities that your students will enjoy as they learn about inventions that changed our world? These STEM Activities connect to history, economics, research, and design challenges. Connecting fun children's literature and researching inventions gives students an insight to how and why different things were invented. Many economics concepts can be connected with these challenges. Students will compare entrepreneur

Subjects:

Engineering, Informational Text, Social Studies - History

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Engineering, Math, Science

CCSS:

W.4.2

, W.4.10

, W.5.2

, W.5.2a

, W.5.2b

...

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

STEM Engineering Design Process Graphic Organizers for Note Taking

Created by

iTeachSTEM

Students are expected to utilize the steps of the Engineering Design Process in order to solve problems or meet challenges in STEM class. These organizers are a perfect way for them to record notes about each step of the design process. Knowing what should occur at each step will improve their ability to meet the expectations set by the teacher. Use these templates as a note taking aid for students as they learn about the Engineering Design Process. Students could also use the graphic organize

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers, Interactive Notebooks

Introduction to Engineering - Sketch Notes, Graphic Organizer, Rubric, & more!

Created by

Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking for a great way to introduce and grade engineering and design challenges? This engineering and design process resource includes one page of sketch notes, a one page engineering worksheet and engineering design rubric, as well as CER options, and a digital and print quiz. The engineering worksheet and rubric are great for any STEM challenge. This In order for STEM/ STEAM/ STREAM activities to fit the Next Generation Science Standards, students need to use the Engineering & De

Subjects:

Engineering, General Science, Science

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Assessment, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics

NGSS:

MS-ETS1-2

, MS-ETS1-4

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: 5th Grade Science Bundle - Interactive Science Notebook Sketch Notes & Games

STEM Windmill Activity | Earth Day

Created by

Lisa Taylor Teaching the Stars

The Boy That Harnessed the Wind is a great book to connect to The Windmill STEM Challenge. This challenge will engage your students as they learn about windmills and read The Boy That Harnessed the Wind. Students will construct windmills after they research them. Students will go through the Engineering Process as they build and test their structures using various materials to construct it. This is a great activity to use on Earth Day. Your students will love designing, creating, and enginee

Subjects:

Engineering, Informational Text, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Earth Sciences, Engineering, Science

CCSS:

RI.4.1

, RI.4.3

, RI.5.2

, RI.5.3

, W.4.2

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: Inventions STEM Activities Bundle

STEM: Build a Terrarium Engineering Design Process Science Project

Created by

Freedom to Teach

Your kids will love building a terrarium in a small group! Using an engineering design process, students will research important information that will help them to create a terrarium. This is a 6 day unit that could be longer or shorter depending on the amount of time you have for each session. The plans are written in an easy-to-follow workshop model format. This project promotes cooperative learning & discussion while providing time for deeper thinking. All of our kids were engaged and e

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Projects, Graphic Organizers

Simple Machines Eureka! Series Video Clips Lesson and Graphic Organizer

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This Simple Machines Eureka Video Clips Lesson and Graphic Organizer contains a worksheet that students complete while viewing 5 Eureka! Series video clips on simple machines and a graphic organizer that shows how the simple machines can be thought of as a family with relationships! The video clips are awesome animations with a 1970's-feel, and they do an excellent job of simplifying the concepts of force, work, mechanical advantage, and friction. Each video clip is about 5 minutes long, and the

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