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5th grade science dbqs under $5
HISTORY DETECTIVE: Death of Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut- Primary Source Analysis
Another installment of HISTORY DETECTIVE. This time, students will tackle the unexplained death and then social disappearance of Ancient Egypt's Queen Hatshepsut. After analyzing sources, annotating the documents, and weighing evidence, your detectives will make a claim and defend their claim regarding Queen Hatshepsut's death and legacy.
BACKGROUND: Hatshepsut was a royal princess, the eldest daughter of the great general Tuthmosis I and his consort Queen Ahmose. Pharaoh Hatshepsut enjoyed
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5th - 10th
Famous Scientists Webquest | Influential STEM Leaders Activity or Sub Plan
Learn about famous scientists and influential STEM leaders with this engaging webquest activity!This activity makes it fun and easy to teach about STEM leaders who have influenced the world!Students will explore student appropriate educational articles and an interview video to learn about the work of Marie Curie, Chien-Shiung Wu, Neil Armstrong, Rachel Carson, Albert Einstein, Dorothy Vaughan, Charles Darwin, Sally Ride, and George Washington Carver. Students will then answer questions based on
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5th - 10th
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Solar and Lunar Eclipse Webquest Science Activity
This webquest makes it easy to teach about solar and lunar eclipses! Students will explore four student appropriate educational websites and videos from NASA that introduce eclipses, and answer guided questions based on the digital resources. This resource works great as an introduction to solar and lunar eclipses, as a sub-plan, or as a reinforcement activity.Both color and black and white printable versions are provided. You can use all four pages or just a few depending on the time available.
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Solar and Lunar Eclipse Value Bundle
Data Analysis: Human Population Increase & Plastic Pollution CER Open Response
Students identify the pattern between rising human population & increasing plastic pollution rates. Using line graphs, students are guided in describing the relationship between two data sets to describe the negative human impact on ecosystems. A claim - evidence- reasoning (CER) graphic organizer is provided to guide students' writing. Encouraged to incorporate evidence, students are also prompted to think about the importance of each element of the CER writing tool. This activity is chunke
Claim Evidence Reasoning ESS3.C Human Impacts Climate Change Melting Arctic
Students learn that the Arctic Sea Ice is melting rapidly due to Climate Change and it’s having a major impact on the Arctic Ecosystem through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" section, d
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4th - 12th
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Data Analysis: Deforestation & Oxygen Gas Human Impact CER Open Response
Students identify the pattern between deforestation (decreasing area of forest) & decreasing amount of oxygen gas in the air. Using line graphs, students are guided in describing the relationship between two data sets to describe the negative human impact on ecosystems. A claim - evidence- reasoning (CER) graphic organizer is provided to guide students' writing. Encouraged to incorporate evidence, students are also prompted to think about the importance of each element of the CER writing too
Black Scientists Webquest Activity | Black History Month Science STEM Activity
Highlight Black scientists and STEM leaders like George Washington Carver and Mae Jemison with this webquest activity during Black History Month, or throughout the school year!This webquest makes it easy to teach about Black STEM leaders who have influenced the world!Students will explore student appropriate educational articles and an interview video to learn about the work of William Jacob Knox Jr., Mae Jemison, Katherine Johnson, Bessie Coleman, Mary Jackson, Annie Easley, George Washington C
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5th - 12th
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The Dark Day of New England - A Mystery from History
The sky went dark the morning of May 19, 1780, in New England. The darkness traveled quickly from the West and did not go away until the following day. At the time and in years following the event, many theories have been offered to explain the darkness. After receiving an overview of the situation, students working in groups form a hypothesis giving their explanation of the mysterious event. The students then receive three sets of clues, one set at a time, to help them solve the mystery.
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5th - 8th
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Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER): Autumn Equinox Can Fall on Different Days
Students learn about why the Autumn Equinox can fall on different days through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" section, draw visual evidence and then explain why the evidence supports t
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4th - 11th
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MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Human Environment Interaction in National Parks (CCSS Aligned!)
UPDATED: As of 5/12 this product is 100% Google Compatible and will be given through Google DriveThis packet is comprised of 10 readings that detail the biggest human threat our National Parks are facing and how humans can help. This is a great way to teach middle school students about Human Environment Interaction in the Social Studies curriculum while actively utilizing secondary reading sources.National Parks used in this packet are: Everglades, Grand Canyon, Acadia, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Ba
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5th - 8th
ESS1.B ESS1.C LS4.A Claim Evidence Reasoning CER Asteroid & Dinosaur Extinction
Students learn about how there is evidence that the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs was as powerful as 10 billion atomic bombs and caused sulfur to be released into the atmosphere creating a global cooling event through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in t
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4th - 9th
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MS-ESS1-4
, MS-LS4-1
Also included in: Evolution Claim Evidence Reasoning CER Bundle with Graphic Organizers
The Marvel of Solar Eclipses: Reading Passage, Questions, and Interactive Quiz!
Immerse your students in the wonder of the upcoming Solar Eclipse 2024 with this engaging and informative reading comprehension resource! This package offers a comprehensive 2-page reading passage, available in both color and black-and-white versions, detailing the captivating phenomenon of solar eclipses. Accompanying the passage are 5 thought-provoking questions designed to enhance comprehension and critical thinking skills. Additionally, an answer key is provided for seamless assessment.But t
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3rd - 6th
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Writing in Science - Constructed Response Strategy
With literacy becoming more of a focus in education and the need to reach higher depth of knowledge in science, writing is imperative!
This constructed response strategy will help your students learn to set up there writing, think analytical about their prompt, and to reach those higher depth of knowledge skills in science. This strategy is great in setting up for DBQs can easily transfer into other subject areas.
Packet Includes:
- CSET Breakdown & Directions
- CSET Samples
- CSET Blank
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5th - 12th
Eclipses and the Founding Fathers: Revolutionary War Eclipse Perspectives - DBQ
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A Document-Based Question Unit on Eclipses and the Founding Fathers - Revolutionary War Eclipse Perspectives.
With the upcoming SOLAR ECLIPSE on Monday, August 21, 2017 in the U.S.A., it is prudent to discover that this is not the first in our history. In the midst of the Revolutionary War, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson took time out of their busy and important schedules to acknowledge two eclipses in the U.S. In this assignment, discover in t
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5th - 8th
CER Open Response Activity: Analyze & Evaluate Engineers & Biodiversity
In this activity, students investigate how engineers solve problems to protect species. Students use their understanding of biodiversity to evaluate whether a design solution helps or harms ecosystems. Three topics are provided, for student choice. This can be used as a jigsaw activity, or for independent learning. Students are also given the choice of the type of slide they provide their answers on. There are two levels of difficulty of the Claim - Evidence - Reasoning graphic organizer. One ha
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-3
, 5-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-2
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CER (Claim Evidence Reasoning)
CER anchor chart (Claim, Evidence and Reasoning)Includes informative steps and sentence stems. Blow it up to a poster size and hang in your classroom, give each student their own, or cut it up and add binder ring clips for students to flip to each step! Colors are intended for students to highlight and reflect that they have all 3 parts. Available in black and white.
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3rd - 12th
Seasons Winter Solstice NGSS ESS1.B Claim Evidence Reasoning CER
Students learn how the science of Winter Solstice, the day of the year, how the length of days change, how it affects temperatures and how the angle of the sun changes through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the c
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5th - 9th
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HS-ESS1-4
, 5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
Galileo on Trial
ASSIGNMENT: You have been summoned for Jury Service in Galileo’s trial. After reading primary sources, evaluate whether Galileo should be found Guilty or Not Guilty of the crime of Heresy? Explain with evidence from the texts. Can be done as a mock trialStudents will use a variety of strategies to analyze primary sources associated with the Scientific Revolution, specifically regarding Galileo's trial
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5th - 9th
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DBQ Document Based Questioning - Bats
DBQ titled: Why are Bats important to the ecosystem?
This is a DBQ document based questioning on Bats. It has full instructions for students. 5 total documents.
Lists the source for the documents so students can practice citing information from text.
This can be tied in with 7th grade Georgia standards of ecosystems or just general fun research for students.
This can also be used to teach students how to cite evidence from articles or on the internet.
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4th - 12th
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Population & Trade in Southwest Asia (the Middle East)
Aligned with the NEW GEORGIA STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCE:SS7G7 Explain the impact of location, climate, physical characteristics, distribution of natural resources, and population distribution on Southwest Asia (Middle East).a. Describe how the deserts and rivers of Southwest Asia (Middle East) impact trade and affect where people live.Through classroom discussion and following the directions step by step, this activity should take the entire class period. Students will "Power Read" the passage. Mea
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4th - 9th
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Environmental issues of Europe stations clue hunt
This is a wonderful resource for any Social Studies classroom. It covers the Georgia standard SS6G8 : Explain environmental issues in Europe. It can also be used for Earth Day. I created this station activity for my own social studies classroom. Our district is focusing on incorporating literacy standards in all subject areas. This is a great way to get students reading for information.My students love this activity. I hope yours do too!CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.4CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.7CCS
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4th - 12th
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ESS1.B PS4.B Claim Evidence Reasoning Lost Whales due to Solar Storms Sun Spots
Students learn how electromagnetic radiation from high sunspot activity might be stranding Gray Whales through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" section, draw visual evidence and then exp
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5th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-PS4-1
, HS-PS4-3
NGSS ESS2.B ESS1.C Claim Evidence Reasoning Earthquakes Ridgecrest San Andreas
Students learn that 2 earthquakes that occurred in July of 2019 in Ridgecrest California may trigger a larger quake in the San Andreas Fault through a C.E.R. (Claim Evidence Reasoning) graphic organizer. This is great for getting your students to explain phenomena in a meaningful way and it allows you as the instructor to adequately assess their understanding of concepts. The students figure out what the "Claim" is in the article, they then use data that supports the claim in the "Evidence" sect
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5th - 12th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-3
Through Course Tasks - Guide to a Great Answer - More Mantises
This student-centered packet walks 5th-graders through the Through Course Task "More Mantises" from KDE. It breaks down the guiding questions that are needed to formulate a great answer and aids them in the executive function necessary to complete these tasks.
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5th
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5-LS2-1
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