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High school science activities for Microsoft Excel
Tides and Moon Phase Graph Activity using NOAA
Students will develop a graphical model of the Earth-Sun-Moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases and how they affect our tides.
NGSS-MSESS1-1
In this activity, students will go to the NOAA website and collect tidal data from a region around the US. Students plot a month of tidal data and predict the moon phases based on how high the high tides are and how low the low tides are (spring vs neap tides). Students are amazed to find that their predictions are right by looking a
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes: Mystery Picture DIGITAL Activity
Teaching types of cells, Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes, is foundational to every life science class during your Cells Unit. Transform your lesson on Prokaryotes vs Eukaryotes and increase student engagement with a fun and interactive Digital Mystery Puzzle Activity. At the end of this activity, your students will have shown you that they can successfully distinguish between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes. Checking student understanding made easy with this fun mystery puzzle digital activity. As stud
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Cells BUNDLE
Layers of Skin (Integumentary System) Review Cut & Paste
This document can be used when teaching the integumentary system or as a form of review. This product includes images, functions, layers, and parts of the skin. You would be able to rearrange the boxes so that students will have to cut it apart and be able to arrange the correct images and information together. If you are looking for more materials like this please check out my store.
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9th - 12th
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Engineers Crossword - Types of Engineers & What they Do - STEM
This completely original Crossword has 25 Clues. (the asterisks indicate a type of engineer) WORD BANK: Aerospace*; Airports; Chemical*; Circuit; Civil*; Computer*; Electrical*; Energy Sources; Engineer; Engineering Design Process; Environment; Hardware; Highways; Install and Maintain; Manufacturing*; Materials*; Mechanical*; Minerals; Mining*; Planetary*; Pollution; Productivity; Software; Structural*; Technical. Sample clues: ...................................................................
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6th - 9th
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El Nino Assignment | Environmental and Marine Worksheet
This graphing assignment comes in two versions, digital and printable. The printable is 3 pages and includes reading, data collection, and graphing. Three colored maps (El Nino, La Nina, and normal conditions) are provided. If you are unable to print them in color for the class, there is a digital version you could project or provide to students. Students begin with a quick reading review of what causes El Nino (very basic). Students analyze colored maps of El NIno, La Nina, and normal condition
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: AICE Marine Science AS Level Growing Bundle
Groups and Periods of the Periodic Table Self Checking Activity
This is a self checking activity I used with my students when first introducing Periods and Groups of the periodic table. Students will get instant feedback as they fill out each answer to see if they got it correct. This activity aligns with TEK 8.5C - Interpreting the Periodic Table!
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6th - 12th
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Raccoon Game: Population Growth and Limiting Factors
This resource is a great way to explore population growth and limiting factors while also getting students up and moving. This resources includes: 1. Class instructions for the activity 2. Google Form Exit Ticket 3. Modified Google From Exit Ticket 4. Spreadsheet to help with calculations for students needing math accommodations 5. Absent student activity All you need from your classroom for the activity is.. 1. Small pieces of paper of different colors (see resource) 2. Blindfolds of some kind3
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7th - 10th
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HS-LS2-3
, HS-LS4-4
, HS-LS2-2
, HS-LS4-5
Gel Electrophoresis Crime Scene Questions
Four Gel Electrophoresis crime scenes for students to evaluate (including a key). Easy to adapt or copy to create new problems.
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7th - 12th
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Types of Bones (Skeletal System) Review Cut & Paste
This is a great item to use when teaching the skeletal system for the major bones. This also make for a great review tool. The items in this document can be mixed up prior to printing so that the students can match and categorize the items under the correct categories. If you are interested in finding more items like this please check out my store.
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9th - 12th
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Physics - Big Bang - Big Bang theory and the Universe - Escape Room
Escape Room Time. This Challenge has 6 levels. Each level can only be unlocked when the previous level has been completed correctly.Included is the Excel document which self-checks. It will give a 4-digit code to open the lock and the lock will give a 6-digit code to unlock the next level. In addition is a pdf explaining how to use the excel file to complete.It is locked so that only the windows for answers can be inputted. This is a great assignment to assess students knowledge of how the Big B
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: Physics - Big Bang - Escape Room Bundle
DNA vs RNA: Mystery Picture DIGITAL Activity
Teaching nucleic acids, DNA and RNA, is foundational to every life science class during your Cells Unit. Transform your lesson on DNA vs RNA and increase student engagement with a fun and interactive Digital Mystery Puzzle Activity. At the end of this activity, your students will have shown you that they can successfully distinguish between DNA and RNA. Checking student understanding made easy with this fun mystery puzzle digital activity. As students answer the questions about DNA and RNA, t
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Mrs. V's Digital Resources Bundle
AP Chemistry 9.1 Intro to Entropy Guided Inquiry Investigation
This is a worksheet, spreadsheet, and teacher guide for AP Chemistry standard 9.1 Intro to Entropy. Students use the statistical definition of entropy as the number of microstates that correspond to a particular macrostate. Students use several different statistical models to draw conclusions about the relationship between entropy, statistics, temperature, diffusion, and states of matter. An accompanying spreadsheet template is linked in the document. Students may need pennies and dice for this
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11th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-PS3-4
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This package includes all my top selling Excel resources including How2Excel, an introductory guide to the use of Excel and Excel Dino Park, where you're put in charge of the finances and budget of your own dinosaur Park!
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6th - 10th, Adult Education, Staff
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SI Unit Conversion - Self- Checking Maze - Google Sheets and Excel Versions
"Transform your SI unit conversion lessons into an engaging and interactive experiences with this Digital Self-Checking Maze activity, available in both Google Sheets and Excel formats!Designed for educators by an educator, this innovative resource brings a fun twist to learning SI unit conversions. Students navigate through a digital maze, solving conversion problems along the way. With every correct answer, they progress through the maze, receiving instant feedback and reinforcement of their u
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8th - 10th
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Also included in: SI Units GROWING Bundle - 16 Resources
Mitosis and Meiosis Pixel (mystery) Art- Genetics: cell cycle vocabulary
3 different pixel art assignments to practice the foundations of mitosis and meiosis. Each sheet is complete with 20 questions, a word bank, and an answer key. Use any sheet individually or assign it together for a longer lesson. Great for reviewing or an emergency sub plan! NO PREP needed. Bundled with 3 different pixel art assignments: ONE: Foundations of mitosisTWO: Foundation of meiosis THREE: Comparing mitosis vs meiosisWhat students will do: Respond to questions by typing into the provide
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9th - 12th
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AP Chemistry 9.1 Intro to Entropy Guided Inquiry Investigation
This is a guided inquiry investigation for AP Chemistry standard 9.1 Intro to Entropy. Students use the statistical definition of entropy as the number of microstates that correspond to a particular macrostate. Students use several different statistical models to draw conclusions about the relationship between entropy, statistics, temperature, diffusion, and states of matter. An accompanying spreadsheet template is linked in the document. Students may need pennies and dice for this activity.
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9th - 12th
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HS-PS3-4
Also included in: AP Chemistry 9.1 Intro to Entropy Guided Inquiry Investigation
Chemistry - Energy in Chemical Reaction - Escape Room Challenge
Escape Room Time. This Challenge has 6 levels. Each level can only be unlocked when the previous level has been completed correctly.Included is the Excel document which self-checks. It will give a 4-digit code to open the lock and the lock will give a 6-digit code to unlock the next level. In addition is a pdf explaining how to use the excel file to complete.It is locked so that only the windows for answers can be inputted. This is a great assignment to assess students knowledge of Energy in Che
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Chemistry - Escape Room Bundle
Let's Get HOT, HOT, HOT!
In a matter of only a few weeks, your students can create their very own hand warmer. Included in this purchase:1. PowerPoint of documents that can be used to make any changes2. PDF of all documents for easy printability3. Lecture notes with examples and answers.4. Worksheets for each subject with answer sheets included5. An Excel file to share with your students
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9th - 11th
End of Year Survey
I have students fill out this survey on their last day of school. They always give me and future students great feedback.
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5th - 12th
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Interactive Blood Typing Practice
Utilize this form to help students understand blood typing. Students get immediate feedback in the form of encouraging prompts to let them know if they are on the right track while completing this interactive blood typing exercise in Google Sheets. Great for Biology and Forensics. Answer key is included on a second tab. Make a copy and remove the answer key before distributing to students.
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9th - 12th
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HS-LS3-1
, HS-LS4-1
, HS-LS3-2
M&M Sampling Techniques for AICE and AP Psychology Research Methods
This M&M sampling activity allows students to compare the concepts research methods used in psychology, including the difference between a population and a sample. What happens as the sample size grows?This activity works best when you can provide students with a handful of M&Ms or a fun size bag of M&Ms. If you cannot provide this to your students, links free online M&M simulators are also included. Students will investigate how sample size impacts their research. Students start
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9th - 12th
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Evolution Mystery Pixel Art- Common Vocabulary
Students will practice identifying 30 common vocabulary terms used in your evolution unit. Use this pixel art to assess what your students know at any point or to introduce your unit. This easy to use digital assignment engages students while giving direct feedback on their knowledge. This download is packed with two-pixel art sheets. Version one, students will type the vocabulary word from a word bank. In this bundle, you will receive an editable Google Doc of the vocabulary terms and definiti
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8th - 12th
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Excel spreadsheet and weather assignment
Involves getting data from a weather site and creating a spreadsheet of the requested information. Student must then write 10 formulas to complete the activity. They are also instructed to create two charts of their choice using the data recorded.
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7th - 12th
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HISTORY of the ATOM made EASY!
Engaging History of the Atom Activity for Science ClassThis engaging activity provides a comprehensive exploration of the history of the atom, guiding students through the key discoveries and theories that have shaped our understanding of atomic structure. The activity includes interactive lessons, engaging visuals, and thought-provoking discussion questions to deepen students' comprehension of this fundamental scientific concept.What's Included:Detailed timeline of key discoveries in the histor
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8th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS1-1
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