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Common Core RST.6-8.10 research
Middle School Research Project - Animals - Printable and Digital
Planning your middle school research project doesn't have to be overwhelming! Introduce your beginning researchers to sources, citations, note-taking, and more with this user-friendly research packet. Choose animal topics and use this research format to guide your students through their first full-fledged research project.This resource is part of my Research Skills Project Bundle, which prepares students to research effectively with lessons on plagiarism, paraphrasing, and more. If your students
Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Activity - Science - Distance-Learning
This internet scavenger hunt WebQuest activity covers a variety of expectations from the grade 7 and 8 Ontario Science Curriculum and other fun facts about general science. Students will scour the internet to verify various true or false questions, fact-check information, and find the answers to engaging questions. They'll learn how to answer a question and find reliable sources. The Research According to Education World, ''Internet scavenger hunts are a way for students to practice problem-solv
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Internet Scavenger Hunt WebQuest Bundle - Google Forms Version Included
Ecosystems/Ecology Poster Project
This product guides students through the creation of a poster of an ecosystem that illustrates all of the key concepts learned in a unit on ecology. Students begin by drawing abiotic and biotic factors (plants and animals) of an assigned/chosen ecosystem and then add various symbols and labels as they go to illustrate concepts such as food webs, trophic levels, transfer of energy, limiting factors, keystone species, and more. This project assesses student understanding of how ecosystems functio
Animal Research Unit - Project Based Learning
In this project-based learning unit, kids focus on animal adaptations and their habitats. Animal RAFT Research Unit is a two-week Language Arts-Science animal research unit that allows students the opportunity to use their research by applying it to one of five different RAFT choices. RAFT is an acronym for Role Audience Format Topic. Students choose a role they want to assume and, based on that role, are given a format and topic for a specific audience. RAFTs are great ways to embed different
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5th - 8th
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MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Earth's Natural Resources Research Project
A research project for students to research and gain a deeper understanding of natural resources and the current problems facing the world. Includes requirements, sample project ideas, and brainstorming topics.Standard:(iii) Energy resources are available on a renewable, nonrenewable, or indefinite basis. Understanding the origins and uses of these resources enables informed decision making. Students should consider the ethical/social issues surrounding Earth's natural energy resources, while lo
Independent Study Research Project
We all know there isn't always enough time to answer every student's burning questions in class. That's where the Independent Study Project comes to the rescue!An Independent Study Project is an excellent way to engage all of your students in your content. This project is completed individually, mostly outside of class time, and—best of all—focuses on a topic of interest to the student! The Independent Study Project is typically used in GATE classrooms, but because of its open nature, it is comp
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[Editable] Ocean Currents - Rubber Duck Catastrophe
*This Product is fully editable within Google Slides* Students can investigate the global surface currents by using real-world problems. Students will learn about a Cargo Ship that lost a crate of bath toys in the early 90's. Students will hypothesize and track the missing bath toys to track the surface ocean currents throughout the world. This product includes: an introduction that allows for hypothesis creation, access to a scientific journal article in regards to the cargo ship catastrophe, r
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7th - 10th
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MS-ESS2-6
Environmental Science Current Event Project
Want your students to research and analyze science in the news?This product guides students to find an Environmental Science current event article that interests them, read the article, and analyze it. Students are provided with multiple websites to find an article on. They must identify the main idea and 5 facts from the article. They will then answer additional questions that prompt them to think about why the research from the article is important and how research on the findings should co
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Endangered Animals Nonfiction Texts for Reading Comprehension and Activities
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about endangered animals. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following endangered animal species:African ElephantCalifornia CondorPolar BearRusty Patched BumblebeeSea TurtleThere are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!❤️Click Here to Follow Us!Related Resources⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS
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6th - 8th
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MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Endangered and Invasive Species Bundle MS-LS2-4 and 5
Science of Gratitude Experiment Project Thanksgiving Activity CER Middle School
Discover firsthand the profound impact of gratitude on well-being with our Science of Gratitude CER & Project Pack! Tailored for science, health, and advisory educators at the middle school level and above, this resource empowers students to investigate the science of gratitude while honing their critical thinking and scientific argumentation skills.This resource is also adaptable for homeschooling families, community and church groups, and kindness/character clubs.Why Explore Gratitude?Unde
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7th - 12th
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The State of California: History, Geography and National Parks Activity Bundle!
California became a state in 1850 and it has been a central location for exploration, the Gold Rush, conservation and agriculture. It also has 9 beautiful National Parks, all of which have interesting features and concepts that we can learn about including geology, rock features, volcanoes, island archipelagos, desert topography, etc. This bundle has an activity for each of the nine national parks in California, plus a research project about the state of California. Each national park activity i
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6th - 12th
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HS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS2-2
Invasive Species Nonfiction Texts for Reading Comprehension & Activities
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about animals that are considered invasive species. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following invasive species:Burmese PythonCane ToadEmerald Ash BorerLionfishZebra MusselThere are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading.❤️Click Here to Follow Us!Related Resources⭐ Invasive Plant Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5⭐ Invasive Species - Animals NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and
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6th - 8th
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MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
Also included in: Science Sub Plans Endangered and Invasive Species Bundle MS-LS2-4 and 5
Patient Stories: Research & Presentation Template Amplify Metabolism Lesson 2.2
Get the most out of the Amplify Metabolism Patient Stories activity with our Scaffolded Research Project Guide & Presentation Template! Focused on addressing common student questions and misconceptions, this comprehensive guide promotes critical thinking and research skills, making the Patient Stories activity even more impactful for your middle school science students.Students will research and present information about four medical conditions, including asthma, anemia, pancreas injury, and
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6th - 8th
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MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS1-3
Parts of a Plant & Plant Tissue Types: Student Note Organizer
Comprehensive note organizer for students to use as they research and learn about the different parts of a plant and plant tissues. *Now a fillable pdf document.Extremely beneficial when conducting online research! These sheets will help consolidate the wealth of information in an organized, easy to visualize, format.Completed chart may be taped together to form a wall chart of plant parts, from shoot to root.The four types of plant tissue (meristematic, dermal, ground, and vascular) and the p
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6th - 11th
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HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Ecology, Environmental Studies, and Earth Science Activities Bundle
North Carolina: History, Geography and National Parks Activity Bundle!
North Carolina became a state in 1789 and it has been a central location for independence and flight as the Wright Brothers manned the first airplane flight here. It also shares the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Tennessee, which is the most visited national park in the US. This bundle includes two activities about the Smokies, plus a research project about the state of North Carolina. Check out the activity summaries below and you can also see the product previews by clickin
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6th - 12th
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HS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS2-2
, HS-ESS2-2
Honey Bee Insect Unit Study for Homeschool | Middle school and High School
Have you ever asked: Is honey bees vomit? How do we compare wasps vs honeybees? Do honeybees eat honey? How much honey do bees produce and why? If you want to start keeping bees, you might want to know: Is there a bee farm near me? How much do honeybees cost? Find answers to these questions and learn much more about honey bees through this research-based independent unit study on honey bees.For a detailed walkthrough of this Unit Study, click here.(This will take you to a YouTube video. So, plea
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7th - 10th
Basil Herbs Unit Study | Research-based Fun Worksheets and Engaging Activities
Learn all about Basil herb through this Basil Herb Unit Study Research Notebook. Study how basil grows, how to care for basil plants, and about its physical characteristics through engaging worksheets. Learn a few basil recipes (like basil pesto), basil uses, and the benefits of using cilantro leaves through fun hands-on activities.Hey Teachers and Homeschool Parents!Do your children love growing herbs? Help them learn richly and deeply about basil using this research unit.They will be learning
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7th - 12th
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Building an Energy Efficient Home Project - Google Doc link included!
Model building is a key science skill, but can be a challenge to see through in the classroom! Provide an opportunity for your students to work through the engineering design process, complete research, communicate their findings and build a model with this project about energy efficiency and using renewable resources! Hands-on science can be challenging, but make it easy with this all inclusive project. Included: teacher plans with pacing, student worksheets for research - planning - supply
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6th - 9th
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MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-3
The Carbon Cycle and the Greenhouse Effect Articles for Reading Comprehension
Do you want your students to understand the carbon cycle process and the greenhouse effect? This resource contains two informational reading passages. One about the carbon cycle. It comes with a diagram that students can label after reading the passage to show their understanding. The second passage is about the greenhouse effect and has a short fill in the blank, so they can summarize their understanding. The passages were written with middle schoolers in mind, but the information is very in
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
Evolution by Natural Selection PSA Themed project | student choice board
Evolution by Natural Selection Endangered Species Project is an activity where students get a chance to research critically endangered animals. Put on your detective hat and help to create a PSA to find these missing animals. This interactive project is perfect for hands-on learning. It is low-prep, highly engaging, and comes with simple instructions and a student choice board. Your students will love it!☀️This Product Includes☀️Endangered Species Student Choice Board Project Rubric for the pres
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6th - 8th
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MS-ETS1-1
Biogeochemical Cycles
A series of five WebQuests about the biogeochemical cycles will have your students researching independently to develop their understanding of the water, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus and sulfur cycles. Key concepts throughout the WebQuests include:TransfersTransformationsStoragesHuman ImpactsMitigation and solutionsEach WebQuest includes a short assessment quiz to test for students´ understanding of the important ideas that are explored in each of the cycles. Answer keys included!Perhaps you wou
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7th - 12th
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HS-ESS2-6
Branches of Science Research and Presentation Activity
Science is divided into many different types or 'branches' such as astronomy, biology, physics, chemistry etc. Students will research branches of science. Then, tey will choose a particular sub-branch of science (for example, a sub-branch of the branch of biology would be marine biology) and they will research information about it by answering questions.Then, they will do a short presentation for the class about the sub-branch that they chose. They will also bring in a model and/or representatio
Families of Elements on the Periodic Table: Graphic Organizer for Student Notes
Elevate your chemistry/physical science lessons with these engaging and efficient graphic organizers for the Families of Elements – perfect for middle school & high school science classes.With these easy-to-use organizers, students will:Identify and highlight the elements belonging to each group.Record characteristics of each family on the right side.This resource includes:1-page Metals, Nonmetals, & Metalloids;1-page Alkali Metals, Alkaline Earth Metals, Halogens, & Noble Gases;1-pa
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6th - 11th
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HS-PS1-1
Mint Herb Unit Study for Homeschool Highschool Research Notebook UPDATED
Learn all about mint herb through this Mint Herb Unit Study Research Notebook. Study how mint grows, how to care for mint plants and about its physical characteristics. Learn a few mint recipes, how to use mint as a medicine and cosmetic, its essential oil and benefits of using mint leaves.You will be learning more about the following topics:Etymology and ClassificationPlant Anatomy – Leaves, Stem, Root, Flowers, Fruits, SeedsGrowing Mint– Climate, Soil Properties, Water Requirement, Nutrient Re
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7th - 12th
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