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5th grade math laboratories for Microsoft Word
Candy Probability: Discovery of EXPERIMENTAL vs. THEORETICAL Probability
Middle Schoolers LOVE probability!
This is a GREAT lesson around Halloween when the kids are already hyped up on sugar and want to 'talk' to their classmates.
This activity allows the students to DISCOVER the differences between EXPERIMENTAL and THEORETICAL probability and connect it to everyday experiences. The probability lesson lends itself to fractions, decimals, percents, data collection, rational & irrational numbers, statistical graphs (box and whiskers, frequency tables...), measu
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5th - 9th
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HotWheels Speed Lab with a Distance Time Graph
This is a fun lab to experiment with speed! Supplies needed per group include: make-shift ramp, masking tape, 3 stop watches, meter-stick, hot wheels car and this lab sheet. Students will mark of one, two and three meters with the tape. Three students with stop-watches will stand at each of those meters. Groups will count down and as another student releases their car down the ramp, all stop watches should start their time simultaneously with the release of the car. Each student will stop their
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5th - 7th
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Gravity Lab: Calculating Distance in Space
In this lab, students start by measuring how far they can jump on Earth, and then calculate how far they could jump on the different planets and Earth's moon, based on the amount of gravity present on each body. This was a great way to demonstrate the effects of gravity, while also reinforcing the 6th grade math concept of division of decimals. All steps of the scientific method are included, along with a full rubric to assess students' learning.
**Find the Dual Language Spanish version here:
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5th - 8th
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Modeling Percent of Moon Illuminated Science Math Lab Activity
Overview
In this activity students will create a mathematical (graphing) model of the lunar phases. They will use metric measurement skills to determine percentage representation of moon phases and develop a graph of the lunar phase. Then they will analyze the graph to make predictions.
Student Learning Objectives:
• Measure accurately using a metric ruler
• Calculate percent of moon surface illuminated
• Organize and graph data
Standards Alignment:
• Middle School Science (6-8) Next Generatio
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5th - 12th
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Heart Rate Investigation - Fitness in Health and Physical Activity
This investigation allows students to measure their heart rates after different physical activities. It will allow them to see that the more vigorous the activity, they higher their heart rate will climb. It also allows areas for reflection and can be used for further learning throughout the year. This is a great activity to begin a fitness unit or to even start at the beginning of the year.
A great cross curricular approach as well, incorporating math and the need for addition and multipli
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2nd - 12th
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Calculating Speed Experiment & Practice using ramps, marbles- Scientific Method
Use the Scientific Method to determine and practice calculating speed using the formula: Speed= distance/ timeProblem: How does the incline of a ramp affect the speed of a marble rolling down it?Materials:Track (4 meter sticks placed on the floor to act as a track)Ruler (the ramp)3 ramp set-ups1 marbleTimerThis activity pairs nicely with:Calculating Speed Practice Task Cards (15) Speed, Distance or Time EDITABLEAND it is part of the following BUNDLE:Introduction to Motion and Calculating Speed
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5th - 8th
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EDITABLE Marble Roller Coaster Lab Potential/Kinetic Energy & Calculating Speed
The marble roller coaster is always a class favorite. This FULLY EDITABLE lab can be detailed and tailored to your classroom needs. It includes potential and kinetic energy, gravitational energy, energy transformation, and calculating speed learning opprotunitites for students.
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5th - 6th
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Unit Conversion (Unit Factor Method) Challenge Stations
I believe unit conversions / stoichiometry / dimensional analysis is one of the most important skills to master. It is so useful in real life, whether traveling internationally, cooking, building, sewing, etc. After the 50th worksheet and word problem, I decided to make activities and stations for my students to practice unit conversions. Each station is set up for a different “real life” scenario that could involve unit conversion. You can modify the scenarios to fit the materials you have, but
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Physical Science Bundle
Scientific Tools - Measurement Lab
This lab rotates students through stations that allow for exploration of measurement using scientific tools, including graduated cylinder, balance scale, stopwatch, rulers, and more. Stations will need to be set up by teacher using materials listed.
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4th - 6th
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Airborne Bacteria Lab: Calculate # of Bacteria in Room: NGSS: Distance Learning
In brief, this lab requires students to calculate the number of airborne bacteria in the classroom. They are given a conversion factor (50,000 bacterial cells per cubic meter), and must brainstorm what they need to know and the materials they will need. They then design a protocol to calculate the number (by accurately measuring the dimensions of the room, and applying a volume formula, LxWxH). To conclude, they average class data, and answer analysis questions. There is a link to an article
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5th - 12th
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S'more ratios
Students practice ratio writting with an in class activity. I give students a small cup with mini graham crackers, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and 1 other item. They compare the quantities of each snack. Then on the back they use these quantities to make smores, based on each ingredient.
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5th - 8th
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Paper Plate Solar System Scale Model STEAM Activity
Inexpensive and ingenious! Using household objects as reference materials (I.E.: paper plates, coins, paper cups, and K-cup pods), Ss design and decorate a solar system scale model with the Sun, Venus, Earth, the Moon, Jupiter and Uranus.Scientists are investigating how a newly discovered planetary system may have formed, based on our knowledge of our own Solar System. To do better this, ask Ss to reduce the Solar System to walkable distance, a one to ten billion scale of the sizes of the Sun an
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5th - 9th
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NGSS:
HS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
Scientific Method Lab: Skittle Colors (editable and fillable resource)
These skittles labs are a fun and engaging way to have students learn about the scientific method. It 's easy for the student to figure out the lab process.Lab contents:1. Skittle Colors Lab:A. Question: Which color skittle is most common in a fun sized package of skittles?B. Developing a hypothesisC. ProcedureD. Post-Lab Questions
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3rd - 8th
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Bottle Flipping Lab: Metric Measurement To Flip A Bottle
This is a lab to figure out the amount of water needed to land a bottle flip. The students will use the steps of the scientific method and metric measurement skills (metric ruler to measure height and graduated cylinder to measure volume). Students will flip bottles, collect data and answer questions.
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1st - 8th
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Metric Liquid Volume Lab
Designed to be a hands-on activity using various beakers or Measuring cups.I used...100 mL Graduated cylinder1 L Beaker (Quart on opposite side)500 mL beaker (Pints on opposite side250 mL Beaker (Cups on opposide side)1 medicine cup (Drams and mL)
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4th - 8th
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Math Lab - Bouncing Balls - measuring, data collecting, variable
This is a math lab called "The Bouncing Ball Lab". It has students measure the bounces from various size balls dropped at certain heights. This is a great lab to do when learning about graphs. The students have to create and make predictions from the graphs. The entire lab packet for students is included in this file.
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3rd - 6th
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Whole Class Evaporation Science Experiment
Evaporation experiment designed for a whole class. Includes testable question (regarding surface area and evaporation), hypothesis (blank), graphs for data, results/conclusions. A lot of math (graphing ,subtraction, and finding area of rectangular shapes) is involved. Takes at least two days to complete.
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3rd - 6th
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Graphing Unit
This unit contains 5 separate graphing activities. In the first activity, student create a bar graph of the depths of different oceans and answer follow-up questions. In the second activity, students collect tally colors of m&ms and use this data to create a bar graph and answer questions. In the third activity students create a bar graph of the diameters of the planets and answer related questions. In the fourth activity, the laboratory activity, students record the temperature of hot water
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3rd - 9th
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Skittles Math Lab! Converting Fractions, Decimals, and Percents!
This is a fun and yummy way to apply conversions of fractions, decimals and percent. All you need is a bag of skittles per group and this Math Lab handout!
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4th - 7th
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Measuring the Volume of Objects (Basic Lab)
Density and Volume are science basics! Many science standards include a students ability to measure volume and calculate density. This lab allows the flexibility for students to choose various objects and use water and a graduated cylinder to find an objects volume and density. Completely editable with the original sheet including 10 objects. You can add or subtract anything already created for you. Definitely saves time for the science educator.
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4th - 10th
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Metric Olympics - Metric Measurement Activity
This is a great activity to get kids moving around the classroom and making real-world metric measurements. All station directions as well as student sheets are included in this 10 page Word Document.
I use this activity in my classrooms as stations set up around the room. You could modify it to fit your needs. There are 8 different stations that students need to rotate through. I usually give about 2 class periods to complete the 8 "events". I have students work in groups of 2-3 but you c
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5th - 8th
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Scientific Method - Lifesaver Lab
Students work through the steps of the scientific method and practice variable identification while creating and performing an experiment using Lifesavers! Students work to answer the Scientific Question/Problem: Does flavor affect the dissolving time of Lifesavers? The students will graph the results on a bar graph.
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4th - 8th
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Measurement Stations Lab- 4th Grade Metric and Standard
Length- inches and centimeters
Elapsed time- analog clocks
Mass- grams and ounces
Volume- metric and standard
TEKS aligned: 4.8A and 4.8B
This is a great hands-on, lab-based exploration of the customary and metric units for measurement.
Materials needed for this activity:
(basic school supplies)
-cup, quart, pint, and gallon containers
-food coloring (optional, but preferential)
-balance/scale with gram weights and ounce weights or settings
-inch and centimeter rulers
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3rd - 5th
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Measurement Lab: Car Racers
This is a lab to use during a unit on measurement. Students are introduced to measurement using this lab where students will create ramps of varying heights, drop "race cars" down their ramps, and measure their distance. Students will answer pre-experiment questions, record their data on a chart and construct a graph, and answer comprehension questions based on results.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this lab is to gather information by using their measurement skills. Students will then create a da
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4th - 7th
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Importance of learning math in 5th grade
Since math forms the basis for many other subjects — like science, engineering, and technology — it's essential that kids develop strong math skills starting in elementary school, as it makes them more likely to succeed in the more challenging middle and high school courses.
Benefits of learning math in 5th grade
Learning math in 5th grade has many benefits. It helps students:
- Develop problem-solving, logical reasoning, and critical-thinking skills
- Prepare for more complex mathematical concepts in higher grades
- Understand how math is used in real-life situations
By ensuring that 5th graders have a solid understanding of math concepts, teachers can help set them up for future success
Key topics covered in 5th grade math
In 5th grade, students are introduced to more challenging mathematical concepts. They'll likely continue to build on their understanding of fractions and decimals, and explore new concepts like numerical expressions.
Decimals
Fifth graders will continue to build on their knowledge of decimals by learning how to read, write, and compare decimals to thousandths.
Operations with Fractions
Fifth grade math involves extending their understanding of how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions with unlike numerators and denominators. Fifth graders will start learning how to simplify fractions, convert fractions to mixed numbers, and find common denominators.
Measurement
In 5th grade, measurement concepts become more complex, and involve learning about volume and capacity.
Algebraic Thinking
In 5th grade math, teachers will introduce the concept of algebraic thinking. This includes working on numerical expressions. They learn to solve simple one-step equations and use algebraic thinking to solve real-world problems.
Data
Fifth graders will learn about the coordinate system, along with how to create and interpret graphs and charts.
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What are some good resources for practicing math in 5th grade?
Websites like TPT offer free and paid resources, including worksheets, for 5th grade students practicing math. You can also find refresher lessons for concepts learned in earlier grades.
What are 5th graders learning in math right now?
Fifth graders will learn decimal and fractional expressions and explore numerical expressions, volumes and diagrams.
How much math practice should my student do each day?
The amount of practice varies depending on your student's needs, but generally, 20-30 minutes of practice per day is recommended.
What if my student doesn't enjoy math?
Sprinkle a little fun into your math lessons by using games, videos, puzzles, and real-life scenarios. If a child in your class seems to find math boring or uninteresting, you can also try connecting it to their interests or hobbies. Additionally, teachers can encourage a positive attitude and celebrate small successes.
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