Problem solving general science centers

Teachers Are Terrific - STEM Activities

NGSS:

K-2-ETS1-1

, 1-ESS1-2

Also included in: Weather and Seasons & The Water Cycle - Science Unit Bundle

STEM Index Card Tower Challenge - Easy Prep Project- 2 Versions

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This easy prep STEM Activity is surprisingly challenging! Students will have a fantastic engineering opportunity through problem-solving. Index Card Towers show your students how to persevere and redesign based on their initial thinking and planning (plus the towers are fun to build!) The best part is that your prep includes one basic material and the students take over from there. Just stand back and watch them brainstorm and build incredibly tall towers. They will groan when the tower falls, d

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Problem Solving

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Centers

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Challenges Tower Problem-Solving BUNDLE Set 1 featuring Index Card Towers

Math Logic Puzzles: 5th grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

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Math Logic Puzzles for 5th grade includes 15 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to build a solid understanding of essential 5th-grade math concepts. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.Math Concepts a

Subjects:

Geometry, Problem Solving, Visual Arts

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Math Logic Puzzles: 3-5 BUNDLE - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Quadrilateral Robots - Great Project Based Learning Math Activity (PBL)

Created by

Art with Jenny K

Quadrilateral Robots: Project-based Learning Math Activity, worksheets & game. My "Quadrilateral Robots" lesson is a great hands-on way for students to have fun learning about quadrilaterals. There is a quadrilateral robot art project, a "robot road" game, and high-level thinking worksheets. The quadrilateral robots are made up of parts made only from members of the quadrilateral family–squares, rectangles, parallelograms, rhombuses, kites, and trapezoids!I have included all of the colored e

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

CCSS:

3.G.A.1

, 4.G.A.2

, 5.G.B.3

, 5.G.B.4

Math Logic Puzzles: 4th grade ENRICHMENT - [Digital & Printable PDF]

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Math Logic Puzzles for 4th grade includes 14 higher order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills while building a solid understanding of essential math concepts and skills. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.Math Con

Subjects:

End of Year, Math, Problem Solving

Grades:

4th - 5th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Math Logic Puzzles: 3-5 BUNDLE - [Digital & Printable PDF]

End of the Year Activities Math Project - Plan a Summer Vacation

Created by

Love Teaching Kids

End of the year activities should be fun. This math project will have your students excited about doing math. The students will plan a summer vacation using a budget sheet. They will have $2,500 to spend while on vacation with a friend. This is a great way to practice financial literacy with your kids. There is a Powerpoint attached with the flight information that is editable so you can change the flight prices and information to reflect where you live. Also includes a digital copy on Google™

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Projects, Centers

Also included in: Math Project - Plan a Vacation Bundle

Math Logic Puzzles: 3rd grade Enrichment - [Digital and Printable PDF]

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Math Logic Puzzles for 3rd grade includes 15 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills while building a solid understanding of essential math concepts and skills. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.--------

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, General Science, Science

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

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Also included in: Math Logic Puzzles: 3-5 BUNDLE - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Water Cycle Activity Circle Book Weather Activity Worksheets

Created by

The Owl Teacher

Dive into the wonders of the water cycle with this water cycle circle book! This interactive resource transforms learning as you explore precipitation, condensation, evaporation, and more. With customizable content, you can tailor the experience to match your curriculum’s water cycle vocabulary, enjoy the flexibility with print or digital versions, and foster excitement with this comprehensive water cycle activity!What Concepts & Skills are Covered?The water cycle (being open-ended so no mat

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Activities, Centers

Also included in: Science Circle Books BUNDLE

States of Matter (Solid, Liquid, Gas) Activities, Printables, Sorting Pictures

Created by

Sheila Melton

Show your students that solids, liquids and gases really do "MATTER" with these States of Matter real pictures to sort, printables and activities! ⭐️ Prep is quick and easy... This is a great addition to your science safety curriculum and will add discovery and excitement to your Science Center!These Science printables are perfect for centers, stations, morning work, small groups, literacy tubs, independent practice, homework, early finishers, 5-minute fillers or sub plans. Lots of hands-on prac

Subjects:

Basic Principles, General Science, Science

Grades:

PreK - 2nd

Types:

Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science

Also included in: PHYSICAL SCIENCE Bundle (**Includes BONUS Product**)

Changing States of Matter SORT (Cut & Paste) Review or Assessment- NOW DIGITAL!

Created by

Scienceisfun

This interactive and hands-on card sort activity will allow your students to see how the atoms in matter change as they change states due to the amount of heat given to that matter. This is a great way to teach, practice and asses this tricky concept in a kinesthetic way! Use this for your upper elementary or middle school science class.Start by asking students the question: How can the states of matter can be changed from one form to another? [ex. " What happens to solid ice when heat is added?

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Biology, General Science, Science

Parts of a Plant, Plant Life Cycle, Plant Needs, Photosynthesis Lesson Plan Unit

Created by

The Owl Teacher

Do you need to teach all about plants, but aren’t sure where to begin? This comprehensive plant unit has got you covered! From exploring the parts of plants and their functions to unraveling the mysteries of the basic needs of plants, this unit has it all! Watch your students blossom as they explore hands-on labs, engaging plant activities, cooperative learning, and so much more! Try Before you Buy:Free Pollination Demonstration. It's a free lesson from this unit! Save at least 20% off when you

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Centers

NGSS:

4-LS1-1

, 3-LS1-1

, 5-LS1-1

Also included in: Parts of Plants, Life Cycle of a Plant, Plant Classification and More BUNDLE

Plants Flowers Science Experiments Parts of Flower Planting Seeds Activities

Created by

Lessons for Little Ones by Tina O'Block

Easily add hands-on science activities that teach students about plants, plant needs, planting seeds, and the parts of a flower. Includes: plants and flowers science activities with coordinating pagesplant journals & planting beans (seeds) activities (3 different options)flower craftivities parts of a flower word wall cards and labelsparts of a flower puzzle & printable pages links to digital Seesaw activities for easy tech integration The step-by-step directions with photos make for eas

Subjects:

Earth Sciences, General Science, Spring

Grades:

PreK - 2nd

Types:

Environment, General Science, Science

Also included in: Science Experiments & STEM Activities with Worksheets, Pages Year Long Bundle

All About Bees

Created by

Resources by Rachel

Are your kids buzzing to learn about bees? This 160 pages resource pack includes many engaging and exciting activities for your students. This resource will captivate your kids. Written in kid friendly language the information pages and activities will deepen your students understanding. Your kiddo's will be buzzing with new knowledge in no time.Want to go DIGITAL? Check out my ALL ABOUT BEES DIGITAL EDITION HEREIncluded in this printable pack are the following resources:Posters:•Entomologist•Be

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Also included in: All About Insects Printable Bundle

Math Logic Puzzles: 2nd grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

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Math Logic Puzzles for 2nd grade includes 16 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills while building a solid understanding of essential math concepts and skills. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.--------

Subjects:

Back to School, General Science, Science

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

CCSS:

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Scientific Method Activity Worksheets: Skittles Graphing Science Experiment

Created by

Science Spot

These skittles labs are a fun way to have students learn about the scientific method.Lab contents:1. Skittle Colors Lab:A. Question: Which color skittle is most common in a package of skittles?B. Developing a hypothesisC. ProcedureD. Data TablesE. GraphingF. Post-Lab Questions2. Skittles Mass and Amount LabA. Question: How accurate are Skittles packages to one another in terms of mass and total number of Skittles?B. Developing a hypothesisC. ProcedureD. Data and AnalysisE

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Centers

Also included in: Scientific Method Activities Bundle: Skittles/ Gummy Bears Experiments & More

Force and Motion Science Centers | 3rd Grade 4th Grade Reading Passage Activity

Created by

The Science Penguin

Force and Motion Science Weekly Five™ Stations help introduce students to friction, magnetism, gravity, and applied force.Updated for 2022. Stations are improved, an answer key was added, and everything you need is included in one easy PDF. Look out for more updated units!5 Quick and Simple Centers1. Read: Why Do Objects Move?2. Explore: Investigate how ramp height affects distance a toy car travels3. Organize: Classify forces as causing motion or slowing motion4. Extend: Explore gravity with a

Subjects:

General Science, Physical Science, Science

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Also included in: Science Centers Bundle | 3rd & 4th Grade Science Review | Plants Matter Weather

Insects Insect Activities & Insect Printables (preschool, pre-k, & kinder)

Created by

Sharing Kindergarten

Insects Insect Activities & Insect Printables with this Insect Print & Play Pack: This set of FOUR Day All About Insect Pack are must have fill with insect printables! Each of these insect themed learning activities contains 39 pages with charts, pocket chart activities, and student friendly printables. It is a time saving way to PRINT and get ready to PLAY to learn all about insects. ⭐Updated with link to INTERACTIVE BOOM DIGITAL INSECTS GAMES AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE on 4/7/2020.⭐What i

Subjects:

General Science, Science

Grades:

PreK - 1st

Types:

Environment, General Science, Science

Also included in: Science Mini Bundle One: Plants Living Things Nocturnal Animal Insects

Natural Selection Simulation Activity | Survival of the Fittest Game

Created by

EzPz-Science

Students will have a blast competing to see if they have what it takes to survive and win this competition. In this Natural Selection simulation, students will use a spinner to see what traits their organism will have and see if they will be the last one standing. There are 6 challenges (one for each biome) presented in a powerpoint. Students will start sitting, and if they have favorable traits for the environment, they will stand. If they have unfavorable traits, they will sit. The students wh

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Biology, General Science, Science

Animal Adaptations Science Centers | 3rd 4th Grade Reading Passage Vocabulary

Created by

The Science Penguin

Animal Adaptations Science Weekly Five™ Stations help students learn about the structures and functions of physical adaptations in animals.Updated for 2022. Stations are improved, an answer key was added, and everything you need is included in one easy PDF. Look out for more updated units!5 Quick and Simple Centers1. Read: How Do Animals’ Bodies Help Them Survive?2. Explore: Sorting adaptations of penguins, camels, and pythons3. Organize: Clownfish structures and functions4. Extend: Design an an

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Lead in Literacy - Christina Mrs Winters Bliss

Also included in: Science Centers Bundle | 3rd & 4th Grade Science Review | Plants Matter Weather

Math Logic Puzzles Shapes - Early Finisher Activities - levels A,B,C BUNDLE

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These pattern block math logic puzzles for kindergarten, first, and second grade make a great, NO PREP math center activity, morning work activity, or challenge math activity. These logic puzzles keep students highly-engaged while improving and developing their logic and visual discrimination skills. These brain teasers are a great way to teach your students to persevere through challenging tasks and help to develop their growth mindset. This bundle includes three different levels of math logic

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