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2nd grade science activities for Easel Assessments
Animals Habitats and Ecosystems Project Polar Rainforest 2nd 3rd Grade Science
This BEST SELLING animal habitats unit includes reading passages and worksheets for 10 different habitats with fun & engaging activities to reinforce learning. Have students read the passages and answer the comprehension questions about each habitat. Each passage has a habitat scene for students to color and connect to the information. This fun NO-prep pack is a huge timesaver! Habitats Included:OceansGrasslandsSavannasWetlandsDesertsWoodlandsPolar Regions: The Antarctic and The ArcticMounta
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2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS4-4
Types of Clouds Activities Worksheets Reading Passages Weather Flip Book Spring
Make learning all about clouds fun with these hands-on activities. This unit has passages and activities to learn about cumulus, stratus, cirrus, and cumulonimbus clouds. Updated with reading passages with three different levels of difficulty.This unit includes reading passages and activities:Cumulus StratusCirrusCumulonimbusWeather Bulletin Board KitVocabulary posters can be printed in black and white or in color. These are great for introducing the unit or displaying an attractive bulletin boa
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2nd - 4th
Force and Motion Reading Passages Worksheets Activities 3rd 4th Grades Science
Force and Motion is an engaging, fun-filled unit that lets students explore the fascinating world of physics! This unit covers topics such as friction, gravity, mass, magnetism, electromagnetism, and Newton’s Laws of Motion. Students will explore the science behind forces and motions through reading passages, comprehension activities, and vocabulary. Students will learn about Sir Isaac Newton, the mastermind behind the Laws of Motion, and Elijah McCoy, who invented the first automatic lubricato
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2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
3-PS2-3
, 5-PS2-1
Weather Tools Worksheets Reading Passages Activities Project Weather Instruments
Make teaching about weather instruments FUN with these hands-on activities! This complete unit includes information about 8 weather tools. Your students will love learning all about weather tools with this interactive unit. Updated with leveled reading passages in three levels of difficulty. What should you wear today? Will it be warm or cold outside? Will it rain or snow? These are all questions that meteorologists help us answer. Meteorologists gather information about the weather using many d
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2nd - 4th
Animal Adaptations Reading Passages Worksheets Activities Project 3rd 4th Grade
This Animal Adaptations complete unit has reading passages, activities, and vocabulary to teach about physical adaptations, behavioral adaptations, instincts, learned behaviors, and types of camouflage. You’ll be able to differentiate for all students with reading passages with three levels of difficulty.This unit includes reading passages, hands-on activities, a pacing guide, video links, vocabulary posters, a review guide, exit slips, a unit test, and more! With Information About:Animal Adapta
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2nd - 4th
NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 5-LS2-1
, 3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 5-ESS3-1
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Weather Activities Reading Passages Tools Weathering & Erosion Worksheet Science
This best-selling Weather and Erosion unit is filled with fun and hands-on activities! This complete unit includes information about Weathering, Erosion, Types of Clouds, Weather Maps, and Weather Instruments. It has leveled Reading Passages with three difficulty levels, build a weather tool science labs, and lots of hands-on activities.In this unit students will learn all about:WeatherWeathering & ErosionTypes of CloudsMeteorologists & ForecastingWeather MapsWater CycleWeather Vocabul
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2nd - 4th
Solar System Activities Reading Passages Worksheets Project Phases of the Moon
This complete unit about the Solar System is designed to help kids learn about the planets, phases of the moon, and two famous astronauts: Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride. With our kid-friendly reading passages and activities, your students will have hours of astronomical fun!It has leveled reading passages, comprehension questions, hands-on activities, a pacing guide, video links, a flip book, fact flaps, vocabulary posters, character studies on Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride, a unit test, answer
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2nd - 4th
Forms of Energy {light, magnetic, electrical, heat, and sound energy}
This resource contains activities for the forms of energy: heat energy, electrical energy, magnetic energy, sound energy, and light energy. There are reading passages with comprehension questions, simple experiments, two sorts and an assessment. This product includes a digital version in TPT Easel. It contains:•Book Lists on the topic of energy•Vocabulary cards that can be posted in the classroom•KWL Charts for energy, heat energy, electrical energy, magnetic energy, sound energy, and light ener
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 3rd Grade Science Bundle: Curriculum for the Entire Year
Life Cycles, Comparing Offspring to their Parents, & Traits of Plants & Animals
This resource includes activities that match Ohio Learning Standards. The six living things included are chickens, frogs, plants, pumpkins, ladybugs, and butterflies. There are activities that focus on lifecycles, traits of different species and comparison activities for a species and their offspring. The following activities are included:Passages for each animal or plant life cycle with comprehension questions, posters, and an opportunity for students to put a life cycle in order. Passages for
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 3rd Grade Science Bundle: Curriculum for the Entire Year
LANDFORMS & BODIES OF WATER 3rd 4th GRADE Google Slides EASEL Geography Activity
Students stay highly engaged as they learn to identify 24 landforms, bodies of water & define geography vocabulary using Google Slides. Each page includes a photo of the landform or body of water along with the title & description in simple, clear language. This resource also allows you to assess skills with a multiple-choice landform quiz. Use these Landform and Bodies of Water Google Slides to add fun to your social studies lessons now! Landforms: Archipelago, Bay, Butte, Canyon, Cav
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2nd - 4th
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Patterns & Shapes in Nature Activities | STEAM | Biomimicry Design| Nonfiction
Leopards' spots, zebras' stripes and sunflower spirals are not just pretty! Provide your students with skills and understanding behind patterns and shapes in nature with this biomimicry resource. This STEAM resource will make your science projects for younger kids, Grade 1 to 3, both engaging and educational. Provide your students with a learning experience that celebrates the beauty and ingenuity of nature's patterns and shapes. Immerse your classroom in the fascinating realm of biomimicry and
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1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
Life Cycle of a Butterfly Activities Unit Worksheets Reading Passages Flip Book
In this fun pack, students will learn all about butterflies including their life cycle! This unit includes comprehension passages about butterflies, butterfly life cycle, monarch migration, vocabulary posters, flip book, and a butterfly craft. This unit includes:✔Reading passages all about butterflies✔Comprehension questions✔Life Cycle of a Butterfly✔Parts of a ButterflyThere are several engaging student activities to complement this butterflies unit of study including:✔3-D Butterfly Craft✔Cut-n
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1st - 3rd
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Continents and Oceans Geography Interactive PowerPoint and Mini Book with Easel
Continents and Oceans PowerPoint. Useful for studying the seven continents of the Earth and the five oceans in your geography or Social Studies classes. Includes examples of some major features of each continent of the world and some animals that are unique to each. Students will also see a visual about the equator and the hemispheres of the planet. Great supplemental activity for Earth Day, too. Has l interactive review slides and a printable for students to follow along. There are two Easel As
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1st - 4th
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Also included in: Earth Day Activities Bundle
Rocks and Minerals Reading Comprehension Passages Worksheets Unit The Rock Cycle
Our Rocks and Minerals Unit for 3rd and 4th Grade has reading passages and activities about the Types of Rock, The Rock Cycle, Volcanoes, Tectonic Plates, Weathering and Erosion, and the Layers of the Earth. This complete unit is packed with activities that will captivate your students' interest and enhance their understanding of rocks and minerals.This unit has information about:Rocks and MineralsWeathering and ErosionIgneous RockSedimentary RockMetamorphic RockAmazing MineralsColorful Crystals
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 4-ESS1-1
, 2-PS1-1
, 4-ESS2-1
Architecture & Design Activities | Biomimicry Design Project | Nonfiction
Designing, building and making things capture children’s imagination. Explore the wonders of nature and architecture with these thought-provoking activities.Engage students with captivating Architecture & Design Activities through this Biomimicry Design Project. This comprehensive resource fosters a deep understanding of nature-inspired design principles, integrating STEAM concepts and nonfiction learning. Perfect for promoting critical thinking and creativity, these activities are designed
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Matter{ solids, liquids, gas} Science Activities and Reading Passages
This resource aligns with Ohio's Learning Standards for Third Grade. It contains reading passages and simple experiments on the topic of matter. Students explore the properties of solids, liquids, and gases. This resource includes:KWL Chart5 Reading Passages (2 differentiated passages on Matter, Solids, Liquids, and Gases)Comprehension Questions for each Reading Passage with Answer KeysClose Read Symbols Centers for exploring the properties of liquids, solids, and gasesActivity: Exploring the th
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 3rd Grade Science Bundle: Curriculum for the Entire Year
Endangered Animals Research | Nonfiction | Biomimicry Design Project | Activity
This unique and engaging project-based learning resource focuses on exploring possibilities and solutions to help protect endangered animals. A range of animals are used as examples and some little cards inspire storytelling as well as research. Ideal for promoting critical thinking and environmental awareness, these activities inspire students to research and analyze endangered animals, fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world.By focusing their attention on possibilities and solut
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Soil Investigation Pack {Properties of Soil and the Different Layers}
This resource focuses on the properties of soil, the formation of soil, and the layers of soil. There are two reading passages with comprehension questions as well as other activities. This resource is available in PDF and Digital formats. This resource contains:List of Books about SoilKWL SheetFour investigation sheets for Looking at the properties of soilReading Passage How Soil is Formed with Comprehension QuestionsReading Passage The Layers of Soil with Comprehension QuestionsTwo types of Ex
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2nd - 4th
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Also included in: 3rd Grade Science Bundle: Curriculum for the Entire Year
Pluto Informative Writing Prompt and Reading Comprehension with Text Evidence
Searching for a no-prep informative writing prompt and reading comprehension activity about Pluto to use during your reading and writing instruction? This resource can be used for whole group instruction, small groups, assessment, early finishers, substitute teacher days, and ELA rotations or centers. Printable and digital versions are both included, plus it's ready to use in Easel!➡️ Click here to check out the bundle and save 50%!What's Included in the Printable Version:Teaching TipsWriting Fo
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2nd - 5th
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Giraffes Activities Freebie | PBL | STEAM | Biomimicry | Nonfiction
Looking for exciting activities for a project-based learning unit? Here is a biomimicry Freebie to make your science project for younger students, Kindergarten to Grade 3, both fun and educational. By incorporating elements of biomimicry, students will be inspired to draw parallels between nature's marvels and innovative design solutions, nurturing creativity and critical thinking. If you've never used biomimicry before this lesson plan will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Design Moon City Activities | Space | Recycle | Environment | Solar | Nonfiction
What could be more thrilling and inspiring than designing a Moon base complete with recycling stations? Engage your students with captivating and educational moon city activities that explore the fascinating fields of space, recycling, environmental sustainability, and solar energy in this comprehensive nonfiction resource. Elevate your classroom with this Environment & Astronomy Challenge and inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts and environmental advocates.The idea of building a
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Ants Project | Life Cycle | STEAM | Biomimicry Design Activities | Nonfiction
Your students will love learning about the fascinating world of ants, from those with green metallic bodies to those with small eyes, adapted for life in the darkness. The aim of this project-based learning unit is to inspire students to ask questions, study ants, and use creative thinking to explore ideas. This unique resource offers an opportunity for students to focus on the distinctive features and ingenious strategies that ants have evolved to thrive. By drawing inspiration from nature's st
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1st - 3rd
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Ocean Animals Dolphin Life Cycle Non-Fiction Unit Passages Activities & Flipbook
Dive into the life cycle of a dolphin with this fun and interactive activity pack! Kids will love exploring the natural environment of dolphins with this complete unit. This activity pack includes everything a student needs to understand the amazing world of dolphins.What's Inside:✔Reading passage✔Comprehension questions✔Fun Activities✔Vocabulary Posters✔Spotlight on Vocabulary✔Review Guide✔Answer KeysThere are several engaging student activities included:Comprehension QuestionsMatch up FactsFli
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2nd - 4th
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Sunflower Project | Life Cycle | Biomimicry Design Activities | Nonfiction
Make learning engaging by adding design challenges to your Sunflower Life Cycle unit. Designing a school inspired by sunflowers is a wonderful biomimicry challenge. Explore the intricate life cycle of sunflowers through a nonfiction lens and engage in hands-on biomimicry design activities. This resource extends the life cycle learning and shows students how careful observations of plants can be not only exciting but also lead to important and useful insights. Elevate your classroom with this eng
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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