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Basic principles webquests for parents
Food Chains, Food Webs, and Energy Pyramids WebQuest
Students love a good inquiry-oriented lesson and this extensive webquest won’t disappoint. The purpose of this webquest is for students to learn about or review food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids. Students are lead through components of a webquest: introduction, task, process, and final task. Resources include videos, interactives, and readings. Students use QR Codes or embedded links to easily access the sites.Included with this webquest is an evaluation rubric and comprehensive an
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS2-3
Also included in: WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Virtual Density Lab
Students use PhET Sim to explore density in an inquiry based lab. Check out the Sim here:: http://phet.colorado.edu/sims/html/density/latest/density_en.html?fbclid=IwAR09bUeRxx_DckEweccfg2_1DozdustsrS4RJYOtwDkaHwiyJ6RDzLTofPIThis lab first walks students through finding volume through water displacement. Then students explore densities of different materials with the same mass but different volume, same volume but different mass, and then same density but different masses and volumes. Finally
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-1
, MS-PS1-2
, MS-ESS2-5
Also included in: Weather Activity Bundle
Science Fair - Everything you need to Sponsor Science Fair Projects
Science Fair Guide, Contracts, and Rubrics - I have sponsored over a thousand science fair projects and taken middle school students as far as the National Level in Science Fair (Broadcom Masters, Lemelson Award, 2019). THIS is the guide I give my students and their parents. Directions on how to complete a science fair project - accurate and to the point, written at a middle school level. What to expect, things to think about, tips, hints, and pep talks.Rather than answering a bagillion question
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Life Science Bundle
Invasive Species WebQuest
Students are naturally intrigued by the concept of invasive species. The purpose of this inquiry-oriented lesson (in which the information that learners work with comes from the web) is for students to learn about invasive plants, animals, and other organisms around the world and in their own ecosystem. Students are led through components of a WebQuest: introduction, task, process, final task, and conclusion. Resources include videos and readings. Students can use QR Codes or embedded links
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: WebQuest GROWING Bundle
Newton's Three Laws of Motion Webquest
This webquest is a fun way to incorporate technology into the 5E model of teaching Newton's 3 Laws. It can effectively be used as part of the Engage or Explore lessons. After an introductory section, there are simulations and manipulations to go along with each of the 3 laws. This product has been updated with the EASEL feature, perfect to use with distance or virtual learning! It can be assigned to students in a Google Classroom. You can either use the digital overlay already created, or c
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Six Science Webquests Bundle
Newton's Laws of Motion DIGITAL WebQuest (NGSS aligned)
This engaging WebQuest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this WebQuest is for students to learn about Newton's Three Laws of Motion.Some topics in this WebQuest:*force *motion*Newton's First Law of Motion*Newton's Second Law of Motion*Newton's Third Law of Motion*F=maThis activity guides students through exploring information and videos through the use of embedded links. Students are led through components of a WebQuest: introduction, task, process, final
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-1
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Kim R.
Sound Waves Webquest
This webquest was designed to provide students with an opportunity to use technology while learning about sound-related concepts such as characteristics of sound waves (pitch, frequency, Doppler Effect, etc) QR code and the web address is included!
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5th - 10th
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NGSS Back to School Open House or Curriculum Night Google Slides Editable
If you're looking for the perfect way to explain the Next Generation Science Standards NGSS to parents on Back to School Night, Meet the Teacher, or during Open House or Curriculum Night, then this is the Google Slides/PowerPoint slideshow presentation for you! It is composed of 15 completely EDITABLE slides with a gray themed background and images relevant to the topics discussed. There are links embedded into the slides for smooth and professional transitions between slides! A link is provided
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Not Grade Specific
Also included in: NGSS Middle School Science Activities and Lessons Growing MEGA Bundle
States of Matter webquest and Graphic Notes
Students learn about the states of matter by completing an online webquest and notes. The webquest uses interactive websites, simulations, and videos that teach the students about the properties of the 3 states of matter: solid, liquids, and gases, the particles within each state, and the processes that change one state to another. Students see how the particles within each state are arranged and how adding and removing energy affects their movement and state of matter. What's included:- Stud
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-PS1-4
Also included in: Matter and Its Interactions: Chemistry Bundle for Middle School
Lab Safety and Equipment Self-Guided Webquest
Learn about the basics of Lab Safety and Equipment with this virtual WebQuest ideal for the beginning of the year! Students can answer the questions within their own copy of the presentation or they can complete the PDF Worksheet while viewing the Slides in Present Mode. This assignment is great as an introduction to the Rules of the Science Lab. It can also be taught face-to-face as review or assigned in Google Classroom as a sub lesson! This Interactive Assignment covers:⚗️ Laboratory Glasswar
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Grades:
5th - 10th
Also included in: Back to School Science Lab Self-Guided Webquest Bundle
Scientific Method Webquest
Web quest for students to learn about the scientific method.
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4th - 9th
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Genetics and Heredity Webquest
**It is important to note that flash is required for one or more of the activities!**Great for Distance Learning and Remote LearningIn this self-directed and interactive webquest, students explore the world of genetic and heredity. Students begin with explorations of "what makes you you and me me" - the basics of genetics and inheritance. They move on to choose personal genetic explorations from a host of options, which differentiates to their personal interests. The choices are all real-life r
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Gravity Experiments for 3rd Grade | Force & Motion Hands-On Activity Lessons
There is more to gravity than just the fact that things fall to the ground. This collection of 11 hands-on balance and gravity experiments help 2nd - 3rd graders get firsthand experience with force and motion as they learn how gravity works, balancing objects, understanding their own center of gravity, and other fun explorations. Each experiment starts off with inquiry: an intriguing question that gets kids excited about finding out the answer—like “What falls faster: a heavy object or a light o
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
Introduction or review of the Human Skeletal and Muscular systems webquest.
Introduction or review of the Human Skeletal and Muscular systems webquest.I used this web-quest recently with a substitute and it was a success. I am still working on a good universal answer key for it and will upload one soon (as well as fixing a few typos).Topics covered Bones of the human body What bones are made ofRed and yellow bone marrowHow bones heal Bones and calcium TendonsLigaments CartilageLabel 8 different popular bones on a diagram10 question online quiz on bones10 question online
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6th - 8th
Webquest Interactive Dynamic Earth Site Earth's Structure Plate Tectonics
This is a worksheet for students to complete while doing the webquest for this interactive site: http://www.learner.org/interactives/dynamicearth/index.html. While on this site, there are four main tabs for the student to explore. They are 1. Earth's Structure, 2. Plate Tectonics, 3. Plates and Boundaries, and 4. Slip, Slide, & Collide. This document is 4 half sheets and each half sheet goes with one of the four tabs to the interactive website. I made them half sheets so that students can co
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5th - 8th
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Planet WebQuest Activity
Students will investigate the planets in our solar system using this NO PREP solar system WebQuest activity. NASA's Solar System Exploration page provides an easy to use tool for student learning. Students will complete a list of important facts about each planet, plus have room to add additional interesting facts. Included in this print and go product are directions for the activity, links to the NASA webpage, color and black & white versions of the worksheet for easy printing, as well as
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Grades:
5th - 7th
Ecosystems Biodiversity - Interactive Video, Extension Activities, and Webquest
3 DAYS OF COMPLETE SCIENCE LESSONS! NO TEACHER PREP! ANSWER KEYS INCLUDED. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES TO INCREASE STUDENT UNDERSTANDING AND COMPREHENSION! ONLINE PRACTICE LINKS INCLUDED. This Ecosystems Biodiversity bundle includes the following interactive video and a BONUS WEBQUEST!Ecosystems Maintaining Biodiversity - Interactive Video and Extension ActivitiesNatural Selection WebquestDays 1-2Ecosystems: Maintaining Biodiversity Interactive Video and Extension Activities Lesson Overview. Students w
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6th - 9th
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The Cell WebQuest (both digital and print versions)
This WebQuest is a mini-unit all in itself. It's a great way to introduce or review cells.This WebQuest is also ideal sub plans!!This engaging WebQuest can be completed individually, with partners, or in groups. The purpose of this WebQuest is for students to learn about the different types of cells and what makes them.You receive 2 versions. The regular version and a shorter version.Some topics in this WebQuest:*cell types*history of the cell theory*prokaryote*eukaryote*organelles*animal cell v
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Grades:
6th - 8th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
PhET Forces and Motion Webquest
Access a free PhET simulation and allow students to work independently in discovering the effects of forces on objects.
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5th - 8th
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Energy Forms and Changes Interactive Webquest
GOOGLE SLIDES WEBQUEST! NO TEACHER PREP! ANSWER KEY INCLUDED. SHARE THE LINK WITH STUDENTS OR POST ON GOOGLE CLASSROOM AND LET THE LEARNING BEGIN! From the webquest, students will:Learn about the relationship between different forms of energy (chemical, thermal, radiant, mechanical, and electrical)Describe how energy is transformed from one form to anotherApply learning principles in an interactive simulation converting and measuring different forms of energy within various systemsExplain how th
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-PS3-4
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-PS3-1
Geologic Time Scale Webquest
Students will use a series of sites to learn about the geologic time scale. 3 Parts to this assignment allow you to assign all at once or one at a time. Sites are interactive. Answer Key is included.
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5th - 10th
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Back to School Science Lab Self-Guided Webquest Bundle
Get 30% off each webquest with the "Back to School" Science Lab Self-Guided Webquest Bundle! These three virtual webquests will set your students up for laboratory success with assignments on Lab Safety & Equipment, essential Science Skills, and Graphing. Students will learn:Lab Safety & Equipment⚗️ Laboratory Glassware⚗️ Safety Symbols & Labels⚗️ Lab Safety & Attire⚗️ Parts of a Microscope⚗️ Common Lab MistakesScience Skills⚗️ Making Observations⚗️ Making Inferences⚗️ Writing a
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Genetic Mutation webquest (NO PREP REQUIRED!)
Students will be exploring the different types of genetic mutations. Students will learn that mutations can be caused by mistakes, genetics, or external factors. The webquest has helpful links to help students explore grade level information.Standards covered:MS-LS3-1
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-LS3-1
Electricity and Electrical Circuits Webquest Introduction or Review
Electricity and Electrical Circuits Webquest
Works great as an introduction or review
Covers the following topics:
What is electricity
Key elements of a circuit
AC & DC current
Static electricity
Vocabulary
Watts Voltage
Current Conductors
Battery Insulators
Resistance
Sorry no answer key yet.
Check the websites before buying
http://www.ducksters.com/science/electricity_102.php
https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/circuit-construction-kit-dc-virtual-lab
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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