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High school general science cultural activities under $5
Google Earth Scavenger Hunt
This is a fairly straightforward Scavenger Hunt to use with Google Earth. Students simply type in the coordinates and record their findings. This is a fun thing to do if a student is done with their work early or for a fun Friday activity. This usually takes students about 30 mins to complete. Now comes with key!
If you do not have Google Earth installed, you can now download a free plug-in for Chrome here:
https://www.google.com/earth/explore/products/plugin.html
UPDATE: As Google begins
Grades:
6th - 12th
Observations vs. Inferences (with two truths and a lie!)
Lesson Overview: Oh, the power of observations and inferences - they are imperative to science! Not to mention that they are a great way to let your students get to know you, and a great way to get to know your new students. Observations and inferences can be taught by providing students with a small item that represents who you are or why you teach - ask them to observe and infer what that item means to you. For example, my students analyze one of my favorite pieces of wall art, a sketch of a h
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Grades:
6th - 11th
Also included in: STRONG Start to the School Year in Biology BUNDLE!
Women's History Month Scientists WebQuest | Seasonal Science | Internet Activity
This activity is a WebQuest designed to celebrate Women's History Month in March. Students will visit the online BBC Science Focus digital article and have the option of reading about/researching 22 female scientists with notable accomplishments over the years.The accompanying worksheet asks students to choose 5 scientists and complete several biographical questions about each one they choose.
Grades:
4th - 10th
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Hula Dance Anatomical Joint Movement Investigation
Students apply knowledge of anatomical joint movements from text to the movements of Hula Dancers from online research. Student worksheet included as well as web links to Hula information and video suggestions.
Objective:
Identify types of joint movements in relationship to typical dance movement.
Needed Materials
Computer access or printout detailing hula dance movement.
Textbook detailing anatomical joint movement (flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, supination, pronation, etc.)
Proj
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Black History Month Science WebQuest | Internet Activity | Student Research
This is a project created for use during Black History Month. There is a website provided where students can research and record information on famous/important contributions of African American scientists. This activity was also a great way to show students ALL the different aspects of the science field. The scientists are divided up into categories (Biotechnologists, Biologists, Zoologists, etc.)
Grades:
4th - 12th
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CER Practice Activity
This is a CER activity to help students dip their toes into the writing of CER's. The students are posed with a general question that spans across all types of students. An example is also provided to show students an example of an appropriate evidence and reasoning.
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5th - 10th
Black History Month STEM Project: African Americans in Medicine and Healthcare
This activity uses the Smithsonian Museum's Learning Lab materials, highlighting artifacts and exhibits from the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Take a virtual tour of the museum's exhibits dedicated to African American contributions to early 19th century medicine and healthcare here in the United States during and after the Civil War. Students read text, observe artifacts and watch videos to learn more about the incredible individuals and their accomplishments, as well
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6th - 12th
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Types of Energy Quiz in both English and Spanish
This is a quiz on the different forms of energy and the law of conservation of energy. There is a word bank with fill - in vocabulary, matching examples to the type of energy, and a short response on how the Law of Conservation of Energy works in a campfire and a car. This is an editable Word document that you can modify for use in your classroom. I use an online translator to convert documents for my spanish-speaking students and I have included both copies in this download.Answer key is inc
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Grades:
6th - 12th
SPANISH CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES - CARMEN SANDIEGO, Animals of the Galápagos
SPANISH CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES - CARMEN SANDIEGOAnimals of the GalápagosSpanish Language Learners – Inspired by Carmen Sandiego™ Episode 4, students research and write about an animal of the Galápagos Islands.Share Your Animal FactsThere are many animals to be found in the Galápagos Islands. Kids choose the ones that interest them most, research their choices, and report on what they discovered.Watch Episode 4 in Spanish!Activity InstructionsKids research and write a short paragraph about an anim
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Cellular Vocab Bingo - Loteria Style
Included:24 Key Term Cards24 DefinitionsA set of 30 Bingo CardsKey Term Cards and Definitions:Each Key Term card is available with a matching definition. I printed out the key term cards and the definitions.Then, I cut out and taped the definition to the back of each key term card. I then laminated my cards but you could choose not to.Bingo Cards:I made a class set of 30 Bingo Cards.I printed them in color and them laminated them with dry-erase laminating sheets. Traditionally, Loteria is played
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Grades:
4th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
Science Olympics: outline or plan, family letters, materials for ETY
End-of-Year Science Olympics: A Fun and Engaging CelebrationDescription: Make the end of the school year memorable with an exciting day of Science Olympics! This comprehensive resource provides everything you need to host an action-packed event where students can showcase their scientific knowledge, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while having a blast.Key Features:Versatile Activities: From tower building and simple machines to logic puzzles and scavenger hunts, the End-of-Year Science Olym
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
Research Asian Pacific Islanders Scientists - Heritage Month Daily Journal
Students research famous Asian / Pacific Islanders scientists. Typically celebrated in the month of May, Asian Pacific Islanders Heritage Month is a chance for students of all backgrounds to learn about the contributions of influential scientists. Each of fourteen slides contains a graphic organizer for students to add written information and images. Students record research AND reflect on their possible future careers. A research resource link (ScienceBuddies website) is included to help studen
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Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Spices Research Template
The Spices template was designed as a strategy for visual learners to make connections in reporting about the history, physical characteristics and uses for spices through a graphic organizer. The template also includes the social studies concepts of map reading and the human environment interaction encouraging students to look for ways humans use or make things for use.
Grades:
4th - 12th
Science Fair Guide
This guide will lead teachers and their students through the process of science fair. This approach follows the ISEF guidlines. It follows the IB MYP technology criteria, but can be used in any school.
If you struggle with organizing science fair, struggle with helping kids find topics, struggle because this is your first time, then this is the document for you. I have many things for sale on TPT, but this is truely the most helpful document that I have ever put together. It has been put
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Travel - Angkor Wat Virtual Field Trip Cambodia - Geography activities
Angkor Wat Virtual Field Trip Cambodia - Geography activities + bonus materialNew Bonus: Word search, word scramble, tracing vocabulary practice, crossword puzzle, creative writing prompt, creative drawing prompt, and I'm learning about Cambodia book! All included in your download to enhance your teaching. These extensions are great for advanced learners. - Flag Coloring- Travel reading- Fact Pages- Blank Homework Fact Pages- Fill in the information booklet- Postcards- I'm learning about Cambod
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K - 9th, Adult Education
Gemstones and the Rock Cycle
This actually came to be due to a student revolt against my Rock Cycles lesson.
Part of my 'Earth Breakers Institute' Series, students have some role-play involved in their task. They are to solve some mysteries surrounding their birthstones. There is a safe site link in the document that leads to a nice little trove of information that students may use for their paper.
Students are expected to answer some questions about the history of birthstones and how the stone is created through the Roc
Grades:
6th - 10th
What Does A Scientist Look Like?
What Does A Scientist Look Like? - Reflection Worksheet-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------This activity is great for the beginning of the year and getting your students to think about what science is and who is able to do it - of course the answer is everyone and everywhere!
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Grades:
5th - 12th
What's in my food assignment
A great final assignment to wrap up the four units of the grade 12 biology curriculum: biochemistry, genetics, metabolism, and homeostasis. This activity gives students a chance to research the questions given to help them analyze food in their daily lives or food they are interested in learning about from other diets and cultures, and share their food in a class potluck!
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Grades:
10th - 12th
22 Amazing Native American Scientists: A Biographical Outline Workbook
This book highlights 22 exceptional Native American scientists that were instrumental in changing the landscape of science. These scientists are comprised of first in their field, pioneers in their field, or examples of discipline and commitment to their craft. Included are chemists, physicists, biologists, geologist, engineers, astronauts, and many others, men and women that have dedicated their lives to the service of science. Also included in this workbook are three templates. The first templ
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Grades:
4th - 12th
What makes a scientist?
Lesson Overview: The activity begins with Part One: Draw a Scientist, where each student will create and share a quick sketch of a scientist in action, followed by a class discussion around the images. Then, in Part Two: Analyzing data - who does biology? students will analyze several graphs and visualizations to see the diversity in biologists of both biological gender and race/ethnicity. Students will then begin Part Three: Can Biology Class Reduce Racism? And answer both reading questions and
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Grades:
7th - 11th
Also included in: STRONG Start to the School Year in Biology BUNDLE!
Snow Day Science!
Looking for an alternative assignment to give your students on a 'mandatory' working snow day? Looking to get your students outside and having fun? Look no further. This product gives students tasks to get them outside and moving AND spending quality time with family on a snow day. The 6 slides include 16 tasks for students to choose from, 2 slides for students to post pictures of how they spent their day, and 2 slides of videos to 'help' show students how to do some of the activities if they've
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Grades:
4th - 9th
Getting to Know You Back to School Surveys for Science Class
Start off the year right by using these fully editable surveys to get to know your students!The surveys come pre-loaded with questions geared to start building relationships from day one. This resource is on Google Slides, so you can edit, add, or remove any questions to your liking. A back to school must have!
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Grades:
5th - 12th
AFRICAN ANIMALS: Crocodile - PowerPoint Presentation
GREAT FOR AFRICA STUDIES! READING LESSONS! LIFE SCIENCE LESSONS! RESEARCH PAPERSA FUN, MOTIVATING WAY FOR LEARNERS OF ALL AGES TO ENGAGE!I have found that presenting students with materials that allow them to discover knowledge for themselves is more meaningful and has a lasting impression. The basic principles of independence, self-confidence, self-discipline, freedom to explore, maintaining interest, learning from and with peers, respect in all forms; comes to the fore.The presentations are de
Grades:
PreK - 10th, Adult Education
AFRICAN ANIMALS: Caracal - PowerPoint Presentation
A COMPLETE MINI-LESSON ON AFRICA’S CATS! THE CARACAL - PowerPoint Presentation INDIVIDUAL ANIMAL PRESENTATIONSContain further information, more photos and possible video snippets AFRICAN PREDATORS includes the following cats:- lion, leopard, cheetah, serval, caracal GREAT FOR AFRICA STUDIES! READING LESSONS! LIFE SCIENCE LESSONS! RESEARCH PAPERS! This presentation is designed…as non-fiction reading exercise,/ reading comprehension an independent or small group mini lesson,study skills practic
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Grades:
PreK - 10th, Adult Education
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