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Free high school science activities
Moon Phases and Eclipses Notes Activity Lesson | Space Science Notebook
This space lesson focuses on identifying the different moon phases and describing the types of eclipses. This product is included in my 3 week, all-in-one Earth, Moon & Sun Space Bundle! This all inclusive astronomy printable includes two warm-ups with answers, a set of differentiated Cornell notes, a foldable-interactive activity, a slide presentation to lead the whole class, and an answer key! This product is included in my Earth, Moon & Sun Space Bundle, which includes:Table of Conten
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4th - 10th
Hidden Figures - Movie Watching Guide and Assessment
This set of 20 questions will help your students take notes on the significant historical, scientific, and mathematical events in the movie Hidden Figures. There are easily 20 more questions that can be asked, I just happened to focus on these. You might give your students the assignment to come up with three questions of their own that aren't included in these 20, and have them provide the answers as well. If you notice any inaccuracies and / or inconsistencies, please email me at virginia.co
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6th - 12th
FREE - Exit Ticket Template - Editable
Here is a quick product that I made that you can give students as an exit ticket out the door each day. The Word file is editable so that you can put whatever information you want on the ticket. Simply "ungroup" the objects and edit. You may also add a new text box or objects also.You Might Also Like…Blank Interactive Notebook TemplatesSeasons and Earth's Orbit ActivityEnergy Transformations Card Sort ActivityConnect with Kesler Science LessonsBe sure to follow my TpT store by clicking on the
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1st - 12th
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FREE 101 ANIMAL VOCABULARY Word Search Puzzle Worksheet Activity
Kids always love finding something. Let's challenge your students to look for 101 animals hidden in this word search puzzle. The 101 animal vocabulary words are: Alligator, ant, badger, bat, bear, bee, beetle, butterfly, camel, centipede, chicken, chimpanzee, clams, cockroach, coral, cormorant, cow, coyote, crab, crow, deer, dog, dolphin, dove, dragonfly, ducks, eagle, elephant, elk, fish, flamingo, fly, fox, frog, giraffe, goat, goldfish, goose, gorilla, grasshopper, hamster, hare, hawk, hedgeh
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2nd - 9th
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Water Drops on a Penny Scientific Method Lab Activity
This classic water drops on a penny lab has never been more clear, cut and dry than this! Students will identify and label parts of the scientific method and investigate which type of water will hold more drops on a penny: soapy or plain. Students will write a hypothesis, collect and record data, complete a bar graph, and a five part conclusion. This product is part of my Scientific Investigation Unit Bundle, which includes:10 Bell-ringers/Anticipation Reading GuideLesson- Lab Safety LessonLesso
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4th - 10th
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Balloon Car STEM Challenge: Engineering Design Process
Balloon Car STEM Challenge! Challenge students to build a balloon-powered car that can travel 5 feet! This STEM challenge will take your students through the engineering design process as they brainstorm, design, build, and test with a fun and engaging project. STEM challenges incorporate math and science concepts with creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Students are provided with a Mission Sheet and a Student Handout that guides them through the engineering design process. Included i
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3rd - 9th
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K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
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Also included in: Year-Round STEM Activity Bundle (Elementary STEM)
Creativity Drawing Activity ✏️ Bell Ringer ✏️ FREE
Do you see what I see? Probably not! These brain warm-ups will get your students thinking outside the box by taking a simple shape and turning it into a complete drawing. These pages (4 included) can be used for:Bell ringersEarly finishersAs a STEM or STEAM warm-up activityPrinting OptionPrint these images at up to 4 per page to give students 4 different drawings to work on (or choose full size for younger students). Did you know that seeing something significant, such as a face, in a familiar o
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K - 12th
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Beaks Lab Natural Selection Activity
In this fun natural selection activity students will simulate Darwin's finches and see how survival of the fittest can lead to evolution. This lab is available for free many places online, I just took bits and pieces of what worked for me and compiled it into a new format. In this lab, students will simulate birds needing to collect food. Each bird has a different beak (tweezers, clothespin, etc) and collects different food types (macaroni, beans, etc.) This lab has been left editable so you can
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Evolution Bundle
Free: Periodic Table of Elements Color by Category | print and digital
This no-prep Periodic Table chemistry activity, in print and digital, engages students with labeling the categories of the periodic table. These easy-to-read Periodic Tables are current with a full 7th period and groups labels 1-18. Choose between a Google Slides version or printable PDF that can be used as an assessment tool a group assignment, a homework assignment, or for early finishers. Blank periodic table references full and half-size are also included!✦ Save 20% with this and easy, engag
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-2
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Teraysa N
Scientific Investigation Word Wall Coloring Sheets (12 pages)
Coloring pages have recently become a huge hit all over the world. In my new series of word wall coloring pages, you can bring the excitement of coloring into your middle school and high school science classrooms.This STEM / STEAM vocabulary set includes the words: hypothesis, experiment, constant, variable, independent variable, dependent variable, data, research, qualitative, quantitative, standard error, and scientific investigation. Word Walls are an instructional tool used primarily in the
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4th - 12th
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HS-ETS1-1
FREE Hexagonal Thinking Activity Templates for Novel Study
These hexagonal thinking templates help you to easily design a student-led activity that emphasizes critical thinking skills, synthesis, discussion, analysis, vocabulary, and more! Hexagonal thinking is a retrieval and connection strategy. The goal is for students to make a generalization about linked ideas or terms. Students are given (or self-generate) several relevant ideas, concepts, feelings, images, terms, etc., make connections, receive quick teacher feedback, and explain why and how.Ther
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7th - 10th
Also included in: Hexagonal Thinking Reading Activities BUNDLE for High School Students
Phases of the Moon Cookie Activity
Phases of the Moon - Students use Oreo cookies (or a similar cookie) to represent the various phases of the moon. A really fun and interactive activity that can be done with a wide range of ages and abilities to help students understand the moon's phases.
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- Student Activity Sheet
- Student Data Sheet
- Student Question / Analysis Sheet for Moon Phases
- Answer Key for cookie activity
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5th - 9th
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Paper Airplane Lab Activity | Force and Motion Scientific Investigation
This laws of motion paper airplane activity will have students reviewing the scientific investigation process. In this lab activity, students will design and test their own paper airplane and review key vocabulary: force, gravity, speed and the laws of motion. This is a great exploratory or review activity and it is included in my Force and Motion Unit Bundle! Students will work in groups of 3 to record and measure the distance and time of their paper airplane in order to calculate speed. Roles
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4th - 10th
Science Unit Vocabulary Worksheet Science Substitute Plan
This anytime, great vocabulary review science activity helps students to organize and demonstrate their thinking and understanding on the current unit. This 30-60 minute activity gets students to list and identify key words, possibly define vocabulary by drawing or using key words and main concepts visually using a graphic organizer. This one-pager, print-and-go reflection activity allows students to compare and contrast information and works as a great sub plan too!FOLLOW ME FOR FREEBIES AND MO
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4th - 10th
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Science Tools & Safety Word Search - FREE
Word searches can be a wonderful way to increase exposure to key vocabulary. Word searches can be used for homework, early finishers, etc. If you like this resource check out my other available word searches as well. Happy learning!If you enjoy this product please leave feedback. Thanks!
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3rd - 12th
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Digestive System Introduction & Coloring Activity
Do you teach the digestive system to your high-school students? This 4-page activity is the PERFECT way to introduce the digestive system to your anatomy, health, or biology students! No prior teaching required! Zero prep needed! This activity takes my students approximately 30 minutes. Pages 1 - 2: These pages are all about digestive system basics. Students will read about the difference between the gastrointestinal tract and accessory organs, mechanical and chemical digestion, and absorption.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Anatomy and Physiology Full Year Curriculum
The Name Game (Getting to Know the Periodic Table)
key words: periodic table worksheets, finding elements, using the periodic table, periodic table homework, periodic table activityHave your students get to know the periodic table by matching certain clues (questions/statements) with elements. Not only does it help them associate chemical elements with their symbols and read the periodic table, but it also brings out their creative and imaginative side.- 22 questions/statements that must be matched with specific elements.- Students then must ma
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7th - 12th
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Waves: Light and Sound Word Search Coloring Activity
Give your science students a fun word search to naturally explore and discovery vocabulary words from the unit Light and Sound Waves! Also, students can color images related to the vocabulary. This product is included in my Waves Unit Bundle, which includes all of the following:Pacing Guide and Teacher Strategies/Support Descriptions10 Warm-ups and answer keyLesson- WavesLesson- Property of WavesLesson- Property of LightLesson- Refraction and DiffractionLesson- SoundProject- Trivia Board GameTes
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Waves Energy & Motion- Science Interactive Notebook Unit Plan
Respiratory System - PowerPoint, Notes and Lab
O2 is A-OK in our book... at least that's what you'll learn during our respiratory system presentation, notes and lab. WHAT'S INCLUDED in this 1-2 DAY LESSON:• EDITABLE Animated PowerPoint with daily objective, bellwork, student notes and lab instructions• NON-EDITABLE PDF notes pages and lab pages• DIGITAL GOOGLE CLASSROOM links to all items listed above which can be easily converted to Microsoft School with directions provided or altered to fit your school’s personal learning management syste
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5th - 10th
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MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
Matter Atoms Periodic Table of Elements Activities | Physical Science Notebook
This Physical Science Middle School Notebook product features my notebook set-up for my Matter and Chemistry Complete Curriculum Bundle! This product includes the following resources: table of contents, score sheet, notebook descriptions, Bingo Review and more! An editable version of the table of contents and score sheet are provided too! This product is also part of my Physical Science Complete Year Bundle!WHAT'S ALL IN THE BUNDLE? Notebook Set upWarm-ups with answer keyProperties of Matter Les
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4th - 10th
Scientific Method Water Drops on a Penny Digital Google Slides Science Lab
The classic water drops on a penny lab has never been more clear, cut and dry than this! Save paper by going digital or print: the choice is yours! Science students will identify and label parts of the scientific method on which type of water will hold more drops on a penny: soapy or plain. Students will collect and record data, complete a bar graph, and a five part conclusion. This product comes with a learning objectives slide too! This product is part of my Scientific Investigation Unit Bundl
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4th - 10th
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Periodic Table of Elements Scavenger Hunt Puzzle #1 Find the Hidden Element
A Periodic Table of the Elements Scavenger Hunt Puzzle all about searching for and finding elements.Part of a series of original and engaging activities designed to introduce and familiarize students with the Periodic Table. Provide students with copies of the Scavenger Hunt Puzzles, an updated Periodic Table, and off they go! No prep.Puzzles may be completed prior to any lesson on the Periodic Table and are most effective when used together. The complete bundle also serves as a worry-free less
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5th - 10th
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Waves- Light and Sound Unit Science Notebook | Physical Science Middle School
Get this Light and Sound Waves Unit Bundle notebook unit set-up with an editable score sheet, table of contents, notebook front cover, and more! This product is part of my Waves Double Complete Mega Bundle!WHAT'S ALL INCLUDED IN THE UNIT BUNDLE?Notebook Set-upPre-Assessment/Warm-upsLesson- WavesLesson- Property of WavesLesson- Properties of Light (Refraction and Diffraction)Lesson- Properties of Light (Reflection, Opaque, Translucent and Transparent)Lesson- SoundWaves Unit Project- Create your o
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Waves, Light, & Sound Notebook Bundle | Physical Science Middle School
FREE Science Lab Equipment Skills Lab with Graphing and Data Analysis
This is a laboratory activity that covers the proper use of 5 basic pieces of lab equipment: The Celsius thermometer, the graduated cylinder, the quadruple (or triple) beam balance, the metric ruler, and the Bunsen burner. Set up in a lab station-style setting, this activity will teach, review, reinforce, and provide practice on the correct use of these essential pieces of lab equipment. Students will also review data tables, line graphs, bar graphs, and circle graphs. Topics covered by this
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Science Skills Bundle: Metrics, Measurement, Scientific Method, Graphing
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