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Higher education science laboratories under $5
How to Write a Lab Report: Guidelines, Rubric, and Sample Write Up
Lab Report - Lab report rubric, lab conclusionThis lab report bundle has saved me hours of grading and preparation usually required when grading lab reports consistently and fairly. Instead of the teacher writing multiple notes to the student on their reports, you can merely circle the rubric category that your student falls into. Students immediately know where they went wrong, and how to fix it. Also, the lab format sheet is written for easy student understanding, and application.This bund
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Lab Activity: Flame Test
Flame Test - Electrons, LightThis is a much easier way to do the flame test lab experiment. Usually most experiments have you use a nichrome wire and acid cleaning each time a new test is to be completed. With my method, it will take you only half as much time to complete the lab. This lab includes background information that discusses the usages of the flame test, how electrons emit colored light, and explains the difference between the ground state and excited state of an atom.Included:•Bac
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Stoichiometry Lab and Limiting Reactant Making Chalk Labs Percent Yield editable
Looking for an easy-prep, fun editable stoichiometry lab? This stoichiometry chalk lab involves the precipitation of chalk and percent yield in two versions. Version 1: stoichiometry, where students are given one mass of reactant and asked to calculate the other. Version 2: students are given the masses of reactants and must determine which to use to calculate their theoretical yield in a limiting reactant problem. Great for multiple levels of chemistry!Answer key included - limiting reactant ke
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-PS1-7
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Jackie F.
Make Multiple Vectors Fun! Pirate Treasure Hunt - Physics, Trigonometry
This is one of my student’s favorite activities. Who doesn’t want to go outside and map out some vectors? It works well in physics or trigonometry for understanding how to add and subtract multiple vectors. 10 different maps are provided for student groups to make their way from a single point of origin to a designated, X-marks-the-spot, using compass headings of N, S, E, and W and specified distances. The groups all have a different path but end up at the same place. At the end, students dr
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Photosynthesis Lab: Elodea and Carbon Dioxide
Photosynthesis Lab: Elodea and Carbon DioxideIn this lab titled "The Elodea Took My Breath Away!" students will be able to "see" photosynthesis in action as colors change (or don't) using Elodea, bromothymol blue, and carbon dioxide.This is a 3 page lab with background info, materials list, clear procedure, data tables/analysis. This can also be done as a demonstration that you, the teacher, can set up beforehand to show the class if you do not have the time or materials. Bromothymol blue is a b
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Homer-ostasis (Homeostasis Lab)
A fun homeostasis lab with Homer! Can your students keep Homer alive for 5 minutes? This lab works well when discussing the characteristics of life, or studying homeostasis in more detail. Homeostasis is traditionally a tricky concept to teach. This is a memorable and successful way to finally get this central need of life across to students with a fun challenge. It's tried and tweaked, easy to resource and links the lab to the way their bodies work. It can work as the starting activity to an
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Conservation of Energy Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) | Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to Energy and Work. Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving Conservation of Energy. They will get a basic idea of how Gravitational Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy work while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Lastly, the last page of the lab also gives students an opportunity to create their own skate park, which they love, and they get to learn more through creating and playing. Everyt
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-PS3-1
Also included in: Energy and Work Lab Bundle | Physics
Immune and Lymphatic System Investigation
These EDITABLE stations ask students to evaluate different aspects of immune response and lymphatic system functions and structures. Students investigate different disorders linked to immune cells and organs, while analyzing graphs, pictures or infographics to extract important information. You can laminate the stations and keep them for years to come! STUDENT ANSWER SHEET INCLUDED (see preview). I have uploaded this in both a PDF and .pptx format, so you can modify and differentiate for your
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Anatomy Investigation Bundle
VSEPR Theory Model Balloon Shapes Intro Lab and Activity – print & digital
Teaching VSEPR model theory? Utilize this visual, active VSEPR Molecular Geometry Balloon introduction lab, in print and digital Google Apps format, illustrating VSEPR 3D molecular shapes. Students begin this activity with a short reading over electron repulsion and draw Lewis structures of 10 molecules and name them. Balloons model stations illustrate shapes and VSEPR shape names. Students are then asked to evaluate new molecules, digitally or in-person with model kit stations to build 3-D mode
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-PS1-3
Also included in: VSEPR Theory Bundle of VSEPR activities in print and digital
Lab Activity: Introduction to Stoichiometry
This lab experiment is a great introduction to stoichiometry. Students will study the reaction of copper (II) sulfate with iron. Students will then compare the actual mole ratio of iron and copper to the experimental ratio they obtained from their experiment. Helpful teacher-prep guide will give you great tips and tricks to carry out this experiment with ease. The post-lab quiz that is included will make it even easier to assess your student’s understanding.This lab experiment includes:•Teacher-
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Protein Synthesis Central Dogma Activity Transcription & Translation With Words
Ready to make the Central Dogma of biology come to life in a fun and engaging way? Introducing a hands-on transcription and translation activity...with words! Perfect for AP biology, senior biology, and high school biology students, this no-prep, just print-and-cut, resource will have your students buzzing with excitement!With 41 DNA strands of various lengths provided, your students will get to choose their own 'genetic material' from the classroom 'nucleus' and experience the thrill of transcr
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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MS-LS3-1
, HS-LS1-1
Activity: Calculating the Atomic Mass of Candium
Atomic Structure - Atomic massThis is a very prep-friendly lab for teachers to use when they wish to teach their students about atomic mass calculations. Students use a fictitious element called “Candium” to calculate the average atomic mass from three different isotopes. Students have practice with calculating percent abundance, average mass, and average atomic mass. Extremely helpful teacher-prep guide is also included!Learning objectives: Your students will be able to...•Calculate the ato
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Newton's Laws Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) | Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to Dynamics (Newton's Laws.) Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving Newton's Laws. They will get the basic idea of how Newton's Laws work while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Everything is fully editable.Students will:- Learn through play- Have guided questions to direct learning- Answer questions based on Newton's Three Laws- Be a part of real-world applications for Dynamics___________
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
Also included in: Newton's Laws Lab Bundle | Physics
Trees, Forestry and Deforestation 5E Lab-Distance learning possible
Update for distance learning: Students could do this lab at home with a tree in their backyard, neighborhood, or park. They need a cheap measuring tape, a cardboard triangle, string and a weight. Through zoom or a video, teachers can help students through the math. Another option is for the teacher to make a video measuring a tree and the corresponding math. Students can do the follow-up questions on their own.This is a full 5E designed for inquiry. It is advanced enough for AP, but accessible f
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-ESS3-3
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, HS-ESS3-6
, HS-ESS3-4
Also included in: Unit 5 Bundle for AP Environmental Science
Greenhouse Gases and Climate Change Data Analysis Virtual Lab
Updated links as of March 2022. This lab for in-person or distance learning uses a variety of data from NOAA and other websites to help your students understand greenhouse gases, where they are found and whether they are increasing or decreasing. Then, students analyze data about the effects of climate change with real-time data about temperature, precipitation and other data. Then, students delve into longer term data including ice-core data.This lab walks students through each graph and data s
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-5
Also included in: AP Environmental Science Unit 9 Bundle
Projectile Motion Inquiry Lab (Phet Simulation) | Physics
This is a simple inquiry-based lab that I love to give students as an intro to projectile motion or 2-D Kinematics. Students will figure out for themselves conceptual problems involving projectile motion. They will get a basic idea of how projectiles move while discovering mind-blowing concepts. Everything is fully editable.Students will:- Learn through play- Have guided questions to direct learning- Discover concepts based on Projectile Motion- Have a tangible understanding of Projectile Motion
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-PS2-1
Also included in: Projectile Motion Lab Bundle | Physics
Integumentary Lab Investigation: Burn Victim
These EDITABLE stations ask students to evaluate different aspects of integumentary system functions and structures. Students investigate how the homeostasis of a patient with severe burns is affected and how doctors work to restore it. This activity highlights how skin damage affects the body's ability to regulate temperature and prevent infection. STUDENT ANSWER SHEET INCLUDED (see preview). I have uploaded this in both a PDF and .pptx format, so you can modify and differentiate for your c
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Anatomy Investigation Bundle
Anatomy & Physiology Lab Activity: Analysis of Joint Movement (Virtual Friendly)
Make teaching easier with the Human Anatomy & Physiology Unit 5 Lab Activity: Analysis of Joint Movement w/Answer Key! In this unique lab activity, students will review planes and axes of motion used to describe the orientation of body segments and apply what they have learned to accurately describe joint actions. Using common biomechanics nomenclature students will be introduced to methods used to describe everyday movements at a major joints. This activity provides complete background
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Lab Activity: Empirical Formula Determination
Empirical Formula Lab - Magnesium oxideThis lab activity will help your students understand the method of calculating an empirical formula for a compound from experimental data. Students will determine the empirical formula for magnesium oxide through its combustion. Preparation for this activity will take no more than 5 minutes, and the helpful teacher prep guide will ensure your lab will run as smoothly as possible! A post-lab quiz is included, and will make the assessment part of this lab
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB: SAPONIFICATION REACTION (MAKING SOAP)
This is the best organic chemistry lab and the students remember and talk about it at the dinner table with families. The set up is easy and the materials are readily available. This lab works well to finish off the organic unit on hydrolysis of esters and saponification reactions. Try it out and you will be happy with the results. We have prepared the soap for the last ten years and the students surely enjoy it. The document includes: an exemplar lab report, the rubric and the answer key to the
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Physics: Gravity and Free Fall Inquiry Lab
Are your students about to start learning about free fall? This is one of my favorite inquiry labs. The students will get to hypothesize, investigate, and collect data. This lab works great in the chapter of 1-D Kinematics.Do objects fall with a constant velocity or do they accelerate? You might be shocked by what most people think. Have your students come up with experiments on their own that will guide them to the answer. What is Included [FULLY EDITABLE]:Lab Worksheet - Differentiated workshe
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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HS-PS2-1
Also included in: Physics: Kinematics Lab Bundle (1-Dimensional)
Biology: Viruses and Bacteria Worksheets!
This is a worksheet series that includes over 16 different worksheets and handouts over bacteria, viruses, transmission, and information over viruses and bacteria! Scroll down for additional details about this product and the topics included in this bundle. Other Worksheet Bundles: Introduction to Biology Worksheet BundleAnimal Worksheet BundlePlant Worksheet BundleCell Worksheet BundleGenetic Worksheet BundleTaxonomy and Classification Worksheet BundleLaboratory BundleNew! - Human Body Bund
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Virtual Human Brain Dissection
This is a virtual dissection alternative that allows students to dissect a 3D human brain, record observations, answer analysis questions on the observations and label a sheep's brain with the synonymous human brain structures. The analysis questions are mixed formats between direct questions and critical thinking concluding questions. This activity can be completed completely online or printed out for in-person instruction. It is meant to serve as an alternative method to performing a dissectio
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Scientific Method Task Cards for Middle and High School
This set of 32 Scientific Method Task Cards will provide Middle and High School Students with Review and Reinforcement of the concepts found while studying the Scientific Method.The following concepts are covered in this set of Task Cards:Collecting Data, Theory, Inference, Data Tables, Hypothesis, Observations, Steps of the Scientific Method, Controlled Experiments, Dependent Variables, Independent Variables, Control Group, Writing a Hypothesis, Sample Size, Conclusions, Error, Experimental Res
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Scientific Method - Measurement - Microscope - Safety Task Card Bundle
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