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6th grade biology Common Core CCRA.SL.6 resources
Biomes -- 5E Unit Plan (NGSS MS-LS2-1)
This complete 5E instructional sequence introduces Earth’s biomes and uses these as a vehicle through which to teach biotic and abiotic factors and address the Next Generation Science Standard MS-LS2-1. It is the first unit in my NGSS-aligned Middle School Life Science Curriculum (coming soon), but it can easily be incorporated into any curriculum. Activities expect students to read, discuss, use technology, analyze data, and conduct research. Five days of complete lesson plans are included in
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS2-1
Ecosystems & Biomes Project Based Learning + Text - Biome In A Box NGSS LS.2A
Wrap up learning about biomes and ecosystems with this engaging project-based learning assessment that incorporates environmental interactions, biotic and abiotic factors, resource availability, and interactions in ecosystems. Students are tasked with creating a model for the Ecosystems Around The World exhibit at a local museum. In this project, students:read and interpret textscarry out researchdemonstrate their understanding of biotic and abiotic factors, resource availability, and interactio
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Biomimicry NGSS STEM Project Distance Learning Life Science Adaptations LS4
NEWLY UPDATED PDFs for digital learning! This EXCITING and RELEVANT NGSS middle school STEM activity/project challenges students to explore the benefits of adaptations (MS-LS4) and then engineer a product (MS-ETS1 and MS-ETS1-4) for human use, called Biomimicry, in a fun and authentic way! In groups, students brainstorm a real world problem, investigate an adaptation and its benefit in the organism’s habitat, and individually design a "biomimetic" product to solve the problem. (Example: Grip sho
Subjects:
Grades:
4th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Also included in: NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
Phineas Gage ELA Accommodations for Newcomers ELL ESL ELA WIDA Speaking
This year (22/23) I have had the privilege of being in the ELA classroom with my 7th and 8th-grade English learners. This is our first year using curricula by Amplify; therefore, we have had to work hard to provide for our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year English learners. The development of this resource took a lot of trial and error and I do not doubt that more changes will be made next year. Until then, I hope you find it helpful in your classroom. The resource includes differentiation for up to 3 EL l
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-3
Nature vs Nurture Discussion - Inheritance - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology discussion activity on nature versus nurture, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about genetics and inheritance! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students explore 5 hypothetical scenarios while applying their knowledge of genes and heredity. To what extent are our traits inherited (innate) or learned (environmental)? With strong social
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
, MS-LS4-5
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Enhancement Debate - Human Senses - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology discussion activity on sensory enhancement and augmentation, recommended for grade 6-8 students learning about human senses! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the benefits and risks of sensory enhancement technologies. In the process, they must consider scientific discoveries, sensory disorders
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-5
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 6-8 MYP Middle School Science
Extraterrestrial Life Debate - Characteristics of Living Things - MYP Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology / earth and space science discussion activity on extraterrestrial life, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about the characteristics of life! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the possibility that alien life exists in our universe. In the process, they will explore the characteristics
Grades:
5th - 7th
NGSS:
MS-LS4-1
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
Eating Meat Debate - Ecology - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology / environmental science discussion activity on eating meat, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about ecology! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum.Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss whether a plant-based or meat-based diet is better for humans and the environment. In the process, they will explore ancestral diets, animal w
Grades:
5th - 7th
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-1
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-1
, MS-ESS3-4
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
What's THAT For? - Traits & Survival STEM / STEAM Presentation
This is the visually rich, interactive, digital presentation gets your students to consider how the particular physical traits of plants and animals help them survive and thrive in their environment. The gorgeous photos of backyard wildlife and wonder-generating questions inspire kids to get outside and take a closer look at their own common and often overlooked, local wildlife. This presentation is at the core of Nature Journal Lesson 11 - What's THAT For? but stands strong all on its own!
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Grades:
PreK - 6th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-LS1-1
, 2-LS2-2
Cells Unit Vocabulary List & Activities
This packet will help your student prepare for the Cells unit in science. It includes:1. Cells unit vocabulary list with -definitions -images -translations in Korean & Chinese2. Vocabulary activities that are engaging -Battleship -You Hear You Say -Draw, Describe, & Dramatize
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 9th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
Genetics Tic-Tac-Toe Choice Board
Give your students choice when learning about genetics! This Tic-Tac-Toe menu is designed to assess student understanding at the end of, or throughout, a unit on genetics and heredity.
Designed to support the full range of multiple intelligences, the nine choices provide all students with activities of interest (including one "create your own" choice). You may choose to require each student to complete three projects in a row. You may also consider allowing students to work with partners to c
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
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SEI Vocabulary Chart - Utilization Ideas and Activities
SEI Vocabulary Chart - Utilization Ideas and ActivitiesIncludes: Some of my Favorite Activities and Assignments to do, based on a lesson's or module's SEI Vocabulary ChartA one-stop resource that I use throughout a lesson or unit for:* ELL glossary for exams and summative projects* Card Sort: Word - Picture - Definition/Sentence multimodal practice* Differentiated Vocabulary Priority and Fluency Groups* Reference to boost Vocabulary Access throughout entire lesson / unit* Unit-specific Glossary
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Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
CCSS:
Also included in: SEI Vocabulary Chart - Template and Utilization Kit
FREE Would you rather questions for Bell-ringers | NGSS Body Systems
Kick-off your body systems lessons with this set of would you rather bell-ringers! Use these free anatomy-themed "Would you rather...?" questions as fun discussion topics during your science unit. This free resource includes 21 questions that are ridiculous but can get your students talking after a transition or class period change. This resource includes: One page of teacher notes with ideas for using the resource with your middle school science classTwo pages of "would you rather..." question
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
Also included in: Would You Rather Questions and Daily Slide Agenda Bundle for Anatomy
Beach Surprise - STEM / STEAM Citizen-Science Intro - Remote Ready Lesson A
This lesson is best following the EyeSpots lesson(s). This true story with photos and discussion gives your kids a real world example of how important their citizen-science work of collecting data and making observations can be for the conservation of biodiversity. It also gives them a chance to get familiar with and explore a scientific database, and apply some key terms. Includes:Detailed Lesson Plan based on grades 3-5 Science StandardsExtension ActivitiesLive Links to Discussion QuestionsLi
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-4
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