Earth sciences Common Core RST.6-8.1 resources for Microsoft PowerPoint

This is a power point presentation that covers how air masses are formed and how they move. It also covers how fronts react when they collide. Diagrams are included in the presentation to help the lesson sink in. I have used this presentation successfully in the middle school grades as well as late elementary. Key Terms Discussed - air mass - maritime polar - maritime tropical - continental polar - continental tropical - prevailing westerlies - jet streams - fronts - cold fronts - warm fronts

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5th - 8th, Higher Education

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Air Pollution Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page

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This power point presentation goes over different types of air pollution such as emissions and the effects of air pollution. I have used this presentation at the late elementary school level to eighth grade. It could also be used as a refresher course in early high school science classes. The terms that are defined in this presentation are: - air pollution - emissions - photochemical smog - temperature inversion - acid rain - indoor air pollution - carbon monoxide - radon - the ozone layer - t

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4th - 10th, Higher Education

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Environmental Issues Lesson with Power Point, Notes Page, and Activity Sheet

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This is a Microsoft power point presentation that covers a lot of current environmental issues including: offshore drilling, polar ice caps melting, and new energy resources. It also has activities that gets students thinking about what their viewpoint is using development, preservation, and conservation. The terms included in this presentation: renewable resources non-renewable resources population growth pollution environmental science development preservation conservation Both the presentat

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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Hazardous Waste Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Signs Activity

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Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment

This power point goes over what different kinds of hazardous waste there are. It also includes the harmful effects it has on humans, and how it it currently being disposed of. Finally, it includes what we can do to reduce the amount of hazardous material we create. Terms Discussed in the Presentation: -toxic -explosive -flammable -corrosive -radioactive -short term exposure -long term exposure -landfills -incineration -decomposition -rock storing This file has been left as a pptx so they buyer

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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Earth Day, Earth Sciences, Science

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Tracking Trash Flotsam Jetsam and Science of Ocean Motion Lesson

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Mrs Lena

Tracking Trash Flotsam, Jetsam and Science of Ocean Motion by Loree Griffin Burns Lesson is perfect for teaching about plastic pollution, coriolis effect, ocean currents, the garbage patch, and ocean science. This captivating earth science non-fiction will engage students from grades 6 and up. This file comes in Pdf and Nearpod Format. Nearpod Teacher Access is included on the last page of the file. Nearpod Lesson can be shared on any internet device. Google Classroom Ready. This lesson includes

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6th - 9th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Independent Work Packet

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Climate Regions Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Debate Activity

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This resource goes over how the Earth is divided into different climate zones. This lesson goes over the main six zones as well as some of the sub-climates within them. The presentation and work sheet are catered to late elementary through middle school students. Maps are included for each of the climate zones discussed. Key Terms Included: tropical rainy tropical wet tropical dry-and-wet dry arid semi-arid temperate marine marine west coast Mediterranean humid subtropical temperate continenta

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4th - 10th, Higher Education

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Air Pressure Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page

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This is a power point presentation that goes over what causes air pressure, how pressure is measured, plus how altitude affects density and pressure. I have used this with middle school aged students and late elementary students. Key terms discussed: -atmosphere -air pressure -density -mass -volume -barometer -mercury barometer -aneroid barometer -millibars -altitude This presentation has been kept as a pptx. file so the buyer can add or remove animations as they see fit for their classroom.

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5th - 9th, Higher Education

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What is Biodiversity? Power Point Presentation with Worksheet

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This is a power point presentation covering the importance of biodiversity and how it effects us as humans. It also goes over: -Area -Climate -Niche Diversity -Economic Value of Diversity -Gene Pool Diversity -Extinction -Habitat Destruction -Poaching -Pollution -Exotic Species -Captive Breeding -Laws and Treaties -Habitat Preservation The purchase file has been kept as a pptx. so buyers may change the presentation to fit their students' needs. Both the presentation file and the work page doc

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4th - 10th, Higher Education

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Conserving Land and Soil Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page

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Earth Day, Earth Sciences, Environment

This is a power point lesson on conserving the soil. This lesson goes over how we use the land in regards to agriculture, development, and mining. It also shows how current practices can be harmful to soil and how it is a very precious resource. The power point includes terms such as: conservation erosion nutrient depletion desertification top soil subsoil land reclamation Both the presentation and the work page documents can be found in the zip file. It has an answer key found on the last p

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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Human Needs and Agriculture Lesson

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Earth Sciences, Vocational Education, Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation

This power point goes over basic human needs such as food, shelter, and fiber. It also goes over the different sectors of agriculture not just farming. It concludes with the benefits of agriculture. The terms that are discussed in the presentation: agriculture food sources history of human needs agricultural industry production agriculture processing marketing supplies service horticulture conservation recreation Both the presentation and the work page can be found in the zip file. There is a

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5th - 10th, Higher Education

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Ms Halsey's Science and School Improvement

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Polar Bears Adapt to Climate Change - Critical Reading NGSS/CCSS (Editable)

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Using an article on the adaptions of the Polar Bears to the Climate Change, that was found on Twitter, I have created a critical reading lesson that can be used as a stand alone or as a guide to create your own. Packet includes: "How to" for finding Twitter articles and a guide Brief description of Critical Reading Cue/Opener Pre Reading Activity Key Vocabulary Critical Reading/Guided Highlighted reading questions Written response with high level DOK Maps, models, illustrations CCSS

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Earth Sciences, Reading Strategies, Science

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5th - 12th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Guided Reading Books, Printables

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RST.6-8.1

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My Mineral Research Project - Explore the world of Rocks and Minerals

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Cavetoad Science

Minerals are all around us. They are necessary for life, they are part of the walls in the school, they help heat our houses and provide us with clean drinking water. But what are they? Where do they come from? What do they really look like? How do we get them? What are they worth? This project leads students to investigate a mineral of their choice and create a presentation or poster about it. I have included a rubric for grading the work (20 points, 15, 10, and 5 points) to help students under

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Earth Sciences, General Science, Physical Science

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7th - 12th

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Research, PowerPoint Presentations, Projects

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Agriscience Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Essay Page

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Career and Technical Education, Earth Sciences, General Science

This is a power point presentation that covers the nine areas of Agriscience (horticulture, agronomy, entomology, environmental science, aquaculture, mechanical technology, animal science, poultry science, and forestry) and it also lists some careers in each field. I often use this lessons on different careers since the Agriculture Industry is not one that students are usually exposed to. Terms discussed in the presentation: agriscience agronomy (with careers) horticulture (with careers) fores

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5th - 9th, Higher Education

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Layers of the Atmosphere Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page

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This is a power point presentation that goes over the four main layers of Earth's atmosphere. I have used this presentation in upper elementary as well as middle school classrooms. Key Terms: troposphere stratosphere mesosphere thermosphere ozone layer ionosphere exosphere This document has been left as a pptx file so they buyer may add or remove animations as they see fit. Both the presentation and work page can be found in the zip file. There is an answer key included with the document. The

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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Fossil Fuels Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Sheet

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I have used this presentation from late fifth grade through early high school. This presentation covers what fossil fuels are, why they are combustible, the main types of fossil fuels, and how we obtain them. The terms defined in this presentation are: - fossil fuels - non-renewable resources - combustion - hydrocarbons - coal - coal mining - oil - oil drilling - natural gas - fuel demand The presentation has been left as a pptx. file so the buyer may add or remove animations as they see fit.

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5th - 10th, Higher Education

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Forest and Fisheries Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Ethics Activity

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Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment

This is a Microsoft Power Point presentation that features highlights of some of our most important renewable resources forestry and aquaculture. This presentation goes over current practices and what is happening to help sustain these resources. Terms included in this presentation: natural resources forestry fishery clear cutting selective cutting sustainable yield offshore fishery onshore fishery commercial fishing aquaculture Both the presentation and the work page can be found in the zip

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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Environmental Science Species and Population Lesson

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Earth Day, Earth Sciences, Environment

This PowerPoint goes over some basic definitions of ecosystems, species, populations, and habitat. This makes for a great science and conservation lesson. I usually would suit this one for grades 3rd through 8th. This lesson is designed to get the student thinking about their personal environment. The terms discussed in this presentation: habitats biotic factors abiotic factors species population communities ecosystem Both the presentation and the work page can be found within the zip file. Th

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3rd - 9th, Higher Education

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PowerPoint Presentations, By TpT Sellers for TpT Sellers, Lesson

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The Water Supply Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Sheet

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This is a power point presentation that covers how much of the water supply we actually use. It also covers the importance of conserving our supply even though it is considered a renewable resource. I have used this presentation from early elementary through early high school as a refresher course. The terms defined in this presentation are: - water supply - available water - water pollution - water shortages - droughts - sewage - industry and mining - oil spills (Gulf Oil Spill of 2010) - hea

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4th - 10th

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Climate Change Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Tree Ring Activity

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This presentation and worksheet go over how scientists study climate change using pollen and tree rings. Each topic includes data tables to help explain the methods. It also goes over how climate changes are caused by either the changes in earth's orbit, the sun's radiation levels, volcanic eruptions, and continental movement. This is designed for upper elementary and middle school classrooms. Key terms include: climate change pollen tree rings ice age glacial episodes Earth's orbit sun spots

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5th - 10th, Higher Education

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The Air Around You Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Page

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This is a power point presentation that goes over what makes up our atmosphere as well as why it is important to us. I have used this with middle school aged students and some late elementary school students. There are review questions on the last slide that I recommend the students complete. Key terms discussed in the presentation: -weather -climate -atmosphere -nitrogen -oxygen -carbon dioxide -ozone -water vapor -trace gases -particles The paid document has been left as a pptx. file so th

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4th - 10th, Higher Education

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The Earth's Mantle No Prep Lesson w/ Power Point, Worksheet and Word Search

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This lesson goes over the different types of heat transfer and how they relate to the Earth's largest layer the mantle. The worksheet that is included follows along with the power point presentation to help keep students engaged. This lesson is designed for late elementary through intermediate grades. Key Terms Include - Radiation - Conduction - Convection - Convection Currents - Density All files can be found within the zip folder. The worksheet, word search, and answer key are all within th

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5th - 8th

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Storms Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Review Questions

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This is a power point presentation that goes over the different types of storms including thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and snowstorms. It also goes over how each of these forms, what damage they can do, and what safety precautions you should take. This is one of more lengthy presentations so when I use it I divide it into four sections by storm type. When I am working with older students I usually keep the lesson together. Key Terms Discussed: -storm -thunderstorm -lightning -floods -

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5th - 9th, Higher Education

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Insects Lesson with Power Point, Worksheet, and Word Search

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Anatomy, Basic Principles, Earth Sciences

This lesson plan is about the characteristics of insects. This includes going over the three main body segments, different mouth parts, and life cycles. This lesson is designed for late elementary through middle school grades. Key Terms Include: Insect Head Thorax Abdomen Antennae Mouth Parts Complete Metamorphosis Gradual Metamorphosis Both the presentation and the worksheets can be found in the zip file. There is an answer key included at the conclusion of the worksheets. Feedback is alway

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4th - 9th, Higher Education

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