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9th grade critical thinking physical science projects
Element Superhero Project - Chemistry Project - Periodic Table of the Elements
Includes a Digital (Google Slide) Version and a Printable Version — All Versions are EditableThis project is an engaging way to learn about the physical and chemical properties of elements. Most element projects only mention superheroes. However, many elements align more with a villain than a superhero (Like Chlorine!). In this activity, students will have the creative freedom to personify one element on the periodic table into a superhero—or a villain. I have included a huge bundle of resources
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Chemistry Activities - Mega Bundle - Back to School Science
Shark Tank Interactive Invention & Innovation Project! (DIGITAL and PRINT)
**UPDATED With New Link! (4-1-22)**Now includes DIGITAL student worksheets for remote learning. You will need to have a Google account in order to access and edit the Google Slides.**UPDATED (3-23-19)** Now includes:-Student Checklist -Updated Shark Tank Successes-Pictures of completed student products/presentations!-Speech guidelines-Optional Extension Feedback Activity (with pictures!) -Shark Tank Judges Questions Sheet -Questions/Worksheet for students to fill out during their peers' presenta
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3rd - 12th
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STEM Space Lander Math & Engineering Activity (Printed & Digital)
Space Lander STEM ChallengeThis STEM activity is one of our favorite engineering design challenges! The combination of marshmallows (or ping pong balls) and aliens makes this a winning STEM challenge! In the Space Lander Challenge, student teams build a lander using the engineering design process to keep two marshmallow "aliens" or "astronauts" inside a cup as it is dropped from various heights. Using straws, index cards, and mini marshmallows or cotton balls, students apply concepts of shock ab
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5th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
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Also included in:Â Space STEM Starter Challenges MEGA Bundle: Middle School
HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS | Entire Year Lab Bundle | NGSS Curriculum
Full High School Physics Lab Curriculum. Every lab is editable, so you can tweak things to fit your classroom perfectly. Each of these labs requires only basic materials.Here are all the labs that I do with my Regular, Honors, and AP Students. Each lab comes with worksheets that are differentiated depending on your students. Students who are doing these labs should at least have an understanding of basic algebra and geometry. Each of these labs leaves my students excited to learn physics through
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
HS-PS3-2
, HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
, HS-PS2-1
, HS-PS4-1
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Paper Roller Coasters - Marble Tracks Made From Paper
Learn the principles of motion by building paper roller coasters with your students. Build marble runs using only paper and tape. The Paper Roller Coaster templates have been used in schools in all 50 states and over 30 countries. The download includes templates for building twelve different pieces, an instruction manual with over 90 color photographs, and four lessons designed for grade levels from fourth grade up through high school physics classes. The preview gives directions and template
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4th - 12th
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Science Experiments for a Year - Differentiated w/ 3 levels of Recording Sheets
Science Experiments for Kids for the Year!!! Looking for some fun summer activities for summer school or to end the summer boredom!! Or just some fun hands on science enrichment activities for your science block or for Science Fridays!? Let's face it...kids LOVE science experiments!!! It opens up a whole world of wonder, imagination, critical thinking, and hands on experiences!!! It's just FUN!!! This phenomenal Science Resource includes:100 + SIMPLE ExperimentsExperiments that only require simp
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PreK - 12th
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Forensics Fun - Murder Mystery for Middle School: Getty Palace Hotel
There has been a murder the old historic hotel in downtown. The concierge has been found dead in the basement elevator. Your detective team has been assigned to the case. Can you solve the murder?Click here to save 20% on our TRIO Murder Mystery BundleUsing their skills critical thinking skills, deductive reasoning, and team work, the Junior Crime Detectives work in partnerships or teams to solve the murder mystery.Everything you need for your Junior Detectives is included in this kit including
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in:Â Murder Mysteries for Middle School: Murder Mayhem Bundle with Bonus Mystery
Atomic Theory Timeline Project | History of the Atom | Bohr Rutherford Models
The Atomic Theory Timeline Project is everything you need to give your chemistry students a nice background on the history of the atom! Students use skills of synthesizing informational text, organizing pieces of information into groups and then into a chronological order, and displaying the information in a clear and creative way.This project covers: Democritus, Aristotle and "the Death of Chemistry", Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, Bohr, and the Modern Cloud Theory.I like to show this Ted Ed vide
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7th - 10th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
End of Year STEM Project Forces Motion Newtons Laws Assessment Bottle Rockets
This product is one of the most engaging and meaningful activities I do all year long! What kid wouldn’t want to build and launch rockets!?! Just take a look at an email I received from a former student about her memories of the bottle rocket lab and how it changed her life: Hi Mr. Williams,“How is Oak Crest lately?I was in your physical science class a loooooong long time ago (2008) and I thought I'd let you know that your bottle rockets project was what first got me into space propulsion. It w
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Grades:
6th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
, MS-PS2-1
Periodic Table Project Design Your Own
My students love this Periodic Table project for which they design their own Periodic Table because it gives them a chance to express themselves, and to own the concept of periodicity! I always notice an increase in chemistry-enthusiasm during and after this project. I introduce this after I teach my students about the groups, periods, families and sections of the periodic table.The possible themes for this project are practically limitless because kids come up with the most interesting topics t
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Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
Energy Transformation: Rube Goldberg Machine Challenge 5-Day PBL & STEM - PPT
★ Top Selling Resource ★ Get students operating at a higher level of thinking with this Rube Goldberg Machine Challenge Unit! This product is a 5-Day PBL and STEM Project which allows students to create a Rube Goldberg-type machine using some basic materials provided by the teacher and materials from home. Students have the freedom to select which simple task their group's machine will achieve in a complicated way showcasing energy transformations.
Students will use one day to brainstorm, th
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Persuasive Techniques Unit - Media Literacy Analysis PowerPoint & Project Bundle
Teach persuasive techniques, ad analysis, and propaganda with this bundle of media literacy activities. This comprehensive bundle includes bellringers, projects, PowerPoints, and quizzes for teaching persuasion through engaging advertising analysis, interactive practice, and creative projects. In this bundle, you’ll get 3 weeks of engaging activities to introduce or strengthen student understanding of persuasive techniques. This is a perfect foundation for media literacy with a variety of activ
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6th - 9th
Atoms and the Periodic Table Unit | Elements Atomic Theory Metals and Nonmetals
Looking for student-centered, engaging ways to teach your students about the amazing world of atoms, elements, and the periodic table? This is my favorite unit to teach because I love seeing students get involved in learning the genius of the periodic table and the relevancy of chemistry in our everyday lives!You will be receiving these resources from my store at 20% off their regular prices, plus a Periodic People Intro to the Periodic Table activity and a digital performance-based assessment.T
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Grades:
7th - 9th
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NGSS:
HS-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
Back to School (Stage 1 STEM) Bundle: 50+ Icebreaker Activities
Back to School Icebreaker STEM Bundle! Need back to school icebreakers or games that get students moving, communicating, working in teams, and building relationships? Here are 50+ of our favorite basic activities that are low-cost and low-prep for any classroom or subject!Working as a team, they will learn lessons in communication, innovation, hidden assumptions, and creativity that are central to the engineering process. Use as a warm-up, icebreaker, team building activity, or basic STEM and en
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Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Roller Coaster Physics - Force and Motion STEM Project
End your Force and Motion Unit with a BANG! This ready-to-implement resource is the perfect project to assess your students' knowledge of Force and Motion. In this STEM activity, students will act as engineers (hired by a local theme park) to design and build a prototype for a new and more exciting ride. Students will be provided with 2-3 days worth of research and planning and will then work in groups to design, build, test and revise their project. At the completion of this project, students
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-4
, HS-PS2-2
, MS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
, HS-PS2-4
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The NASCAR Project: Forces & Motion
Description:Are you teaching your students about forces and motion? If so, the NASCAR Project is my FAVORITE way to teach my students about those concepts! Students complete a series of NASCAR-themed races/investigations to learn about Newton's laws of motion, inertia, acceleration, collisions, and practice their science and engineering skills! All the resources in this bundle are designed for in-person and at-home learning plus everything is editable. What's Included:Intro to the NASCAR Project
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Grades:
5th - 9th
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NGSS:
MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS2-1
3D Atom Model - Atomic Structure Activity and Bohr Model Practice Worksheets
This 3D atom model activity is an engaging way to teach atomic structure. Students will learn how to collect element data and use the information to design a 3D atom model. Each 3D model consists of four Bohr models glued together. Students can complete the models independently, or you can save paper by allowing students to work in groups of four. Click on the preview to find out more about what is included.You might also like the following Atoms and Periodic Table Activities:Element Superhero o
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â Atoms and Atomic Structure Activity Bundle - Doodle Notes, Foldable, Project
Advanced Paper Roller Coaster Templates
If you're ready for a challenge, try building these twelve new designs to add some extra excitement to your Paper Roller Coaster. Templates include the tipping switch, rotating arm, mini-funnel, switchbacks, zigzags, and the half-pipe. Download directions will also include a link to watch instructional videos for each of the new templates. Each set of advanced templates may be used for one home or classroom only. These templates are meant as an addition to the standard templates.Purchase include
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4th - 12th
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Student Lawyers: Criminal Court Mock Trials & Cases with PowerPoint
Students will get the opportunity to be lawyers and prosecute or defend an accused person in a criminal trial (11 total). Each group will consist of 2 lawyers (prosecuting and defending), and an accused person. The teacher will act as the judge and guide the jury as they vote on the verdict. The majority vote determines the verdict. This unit includes court brief handouts, directions, and PowerPoint explaining how the cases will proceed. Visit our store for much more helpful and free stuff!Crim
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literary Mini-Books
This resource includes 11 individual mini-books (one for each element of critical thinking-) that can be used with ANY novel. The mini-books measure about 5 x 7 inches, contain 3-5 pages, and can be glued into an interactive notebook or lapbook. They can be used as a concluding project once students have finished a novel, or they can be completed based on smaller reading selections within a book (chapters, pages, etc.). Each of the 11 books comes with detailed teaching notes. $AVE: Get this an
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5th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle
Natural Disasters Hazards Research Project - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in studying the natural disasters of the world!Natural disasters are naturally occurring events that negatively affect a large population of people. Natural disasters can unfortunately cause loss of life, as well as property, economic and environmental damage. Although by definition, natural disasters are ‘natural’, most scientists agree that human behavior also pla
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Grades:
4th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
My Dream Car: A Microsoft Excel Project
I found that my students really enjoyed doing this Excel project in Computer Applications. Students will use Excel and its capabilities, to apply formulas and charts to a subject which they find fun and interesting, their dream car. They will choose several cars and will then do a cost analysis of their selected cars. To do this project, they have to select several cars, find cost and fuel economy information on those cars, download pictures of the cars and use Excel to do a cost analysis.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Microsoft EXCEL Activities - 6 PROJECTS!
Persuasive Techniques and Media Literacy - Make a Commercial Project
Get students up, moving, and speaking while they demonstrate their knowledge of persuasive techniques and make a commercial. This is a great way to integrate drama and media literacy in the ELA classroom, and students' creativity will make you laugh.Your Persuasive Techniques project includes:✅ Step-by-Step guidelines to make a commercial (editable)✅ Analytic & holistic rubrics✅ +/Δ Peer Feedback sheets Why should you have your students make a commercial? Putting their understanding of persu
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7th - 10th
Electricity STEM Challenge (Build a GAME using CIRCUITS)
Provide your students with an engaging STEM challenge during your Electricity unit. This challenge is a FAVORITE in my Physical Science classes and it is sure to provide your students with a hands-on understanding of electrical circuits!Task: Students are commissioned to build an "Electricity Review Game" for a gaming company that works using their knowledge of electricity (circuits, conductor, insulator, power source, etc). Students will brainstorm, design, and build a working game that uses a
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5th - 11th
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